The workshops are cancelled until 11th of November. After this date, we will decide if the workshops can start again! Due to corona we can’t do it in Wildernis. Luckily, we found a nice location with enough space… MidWest. Keep an eye on our website and subscribe to our news letter to keep updated.
There’s so much you can do with greenery! We invite green experts to give workshops and lectures about city gardening, vegetable gardening, house plants, and much, much more.
Most workshops are both in English and Dutch because they can be translated on the spot. If a workshop/lecture is only in Dutch, it’s clearly stated.
Question about a workshop? Send an email to: workshops@wildernisamsterdam.nl.
‘Crash course beekeeping + honey tasting’
by Local Nature guide
Cancelled
This workshop can be translated in English on the spot.
Please note: this workshop does not take place in Wildernis, but in Weesp.
Have you always wanted to know how that works: from the bee to the honey on your plate? In this introductory beekeeping course, natureguide Karlien van Leeuwen tells you all about it. From egg to queen, from nectar to honey and from nuptial flight to drone slaughter. And when your ears start to chatter, it’s time to taste. Tip: put on sturdy shoes.
Costs: 25 euros per person
‘Birding excursion Diemerbos’
door Local Nature Guide
Cancelled
This workshop can be translated in English on the spot.
Note: this workshop does not take place in Wildernis, but starts at House of Bird in the Diemerbos.
Birdguide Arjan Dwarshuis gives this thrilling birding excursion through the Diemerbos. From the starting location House of Bird, the 2-hour trip starts. Together you look for the kingfisher, green woodpecker, hawk and many more beautiful birds. Guide Arjan ofcourse brings his birdbook and has a total of 6 binoculars to borrow (if you don’t have one of your own). Afterwards you can have a bird beer at House of Bird, if you feel like it.
When: 26 November, different starting times in the Diemerbos. Duration: 2 hours.
Costs: 29.50 euros per person
Workshop ‘Plant care’ by Judith Baehner
Cancelled – Saturday 24 October
Note: this workshop isn’t in Wildernis, but in MidWest in the Cabralstraat 1!
This workshop is in Dutch.
Wil je weten hoe je je huis omtovert tot een kleine jungle, maar weet je niet zo goed hoe je dat doet? En hoe zorg je eigenlijk het beste voor je eigen planten? Dit is je kans om alle ins en outs van kamerplanten te weten te komen en hoe je een gezonde groene omgeving van je huis kunt maken. Je leert waar je je plant neer moet zetten, hoeveel water je plant nodig heeft en wat je kunt doen als je plant het niet zo lekker doet. Judith van Het Groenlab neemt je mee in de wereld van de kamerplant en leert je de fijne kneepjes door met passie te vertellen over planten en verzorging.
Costs: 20 euros per person, coffee/tea included.
Plant as nutrition, plant as medicine
Cancelled – Thursday 29 October
Note: this workshop isn’t in Wildernis, but in Midwest in de Cabralstraat 1!
This workshop is in Dutch, but can be translated in English.
Leoniek Bontje, author of the book ‘Wildplukken’, will introduce several forage plants. She will show you which wild plants you can forage in nature and explain how you can use them. You will taste, feel and smell the plants, and Leoniek will inform you about their nutritional values and their medicinal use.
Costs: 35 euros per person, coffee/tea included.
Grow and use your own herbs
Cancelled – Friday 30 October
Cityplot presents this introductory workshop on how to grow and use your herbs at home. We will cover how to plant, care, propagate and use common herbs for culinary and medicinal purposes. We will focus on five common herbs:
– Rosemary
– Lavender
– Parsley
– Mint
– Thyme
The workshop includes an activity for making air/hand freshener spray or lavender oil and propagating rosemary. This workshop will be offered by Fatema, an environmentalist and founder of NatureCentric and member of Cityplot Amsterdam. Duration: 2 hours
Costs: 30 euros, coffee/tea included.
Draw your own jungle!
Cancelled – Saturday 31 October
Note: this workshop isn’t in Wildernis, but in MidWest in the Cabralstraat 1!
This workshop is in Dutch and English.
During this workshop, Jolien from Studio Stunner, will teach you how to draw a variety of plants in an easy and clear way. Starting with a sketch, we build your illustration together with several layers and materials. Jolien will show you how to add depth and details and create your lushest dream jungle on paper. How do you for example draw leaves with holes, a hanging plant with long stems or a curled leaf? With the basic techniques taught in this workshop, you will soon be able to put all of your favourite plants on paper! At the end of class, you also receive a little instructional booklet to keep on drawing plants at home.This workshop is suitable for beginners.
Costs: 40 euros per person, and includes use of materials (like paint, pencils, markers and paper), coffee/tea and the Studio Stunner instruction booklet.
Make your own terrarium
Cancelled – Saturday 31 October
Note: this workshop isn’t in Wildernis, but in Midwest in de Cabralstraat 1!
This workshop is in Dutch, but parts can be translated.
Maak je eigen gesloten terrarium met terrariumspecialist Malou van Studio Wüst. Hoe werkt fotosynthese en de waterkringloop, hoe bouw je een goede bodem op en hoe verzorg je je terrarium? Alle benodigdheden voor een mooi en gezond tropisch klimaat in glas. Malou vertelt het je terwijl jij ondertussen je eigen terrarium opbouwt en beplant.
Costs: 65 euros, terrarium glass, supplies and coffee/tea included.
Stadstuinieren voor meer vlinders
Cancelled – Thursday 5 November
Note: this workshop isn’t in Wildernis, but in Midwest in de Cabralstraat 1!
This workshop is in Dutch.
We houden van planten en bloemen, net zoals vlinders en rupsen. Toch gaat het niet zo goed met deze insecten. Hoe komt dat? Vlinders en rupsen hebben speciale behoeften die we in de stad wel eens uit het oog verliezen!
In deze workshop leer je van Nicky van vlindertuin Mot in Mokum hoe we onze stad het beste met vlinders kunnen delen. Nicky neemt jullie mee in de talrijkheid van de Nederlandse vlindersoorten, je leert over hun levenswijzen,
bekijkt ze van dichtbij en leert over hun relatie met de seizoenen, planten en andere insecten. Kennis die je daarna makkelijk kan inzetten bij het onderhouden van je eigen (gevel)tuin, balkon of het gemeenteplantsoen. Zo zorgen we ervoor dat het groen in de stad ook echt waardevol groen is. Want helpen we de vlinder, dan profiteert de hele natuur mee!
Kosten: 20 euro per persoon, inclusief koffie/thee.
Plant as nutrition, plant as medicine
Thursday 19 November – 19h in MidWest
Note: this workshop isn’t in Wildernis, but in Midwest in de Cabralstraat 1!
This workshop is in Dutch, but can be translated in English.
Leoniek Bontje, author of the book ‘Wildplukken’, will introduce several forage plants. She will show you which wild plants you can forage in nature and explain how you can use them. You will taste, feel and smell the plants, and Leoniek will inform you about their nutritional values and their medicinal use.
When: Thursday 19 November, start 19h, door open 18.45h in MidWest. Duration: 1,5 hours.
Costs: 35 euros per person, coffee/tea included.
Workshop ‘how to propagate’ by Judith Baehner
Saturday 21 November – 10.30h in MidWest
Note: this workshop isn’t in Wildernis, but in MidWest in the Cabralstraat 1!
This workshop is in Dutch and English.
In this workshop of Judith Baehner from Het Groenlab you will learn how to propagate plants. First, she will give you a crash course about propagating; how does it work and what techniques can you use. With all the new knowledge, it’s time to try it yourself with some plants that Judith provides.
When: Saturday 21 November, start 10.30h, door open 10.15h, in MidWest. Duration: 2 hours.
Costs: 35 euro per person, coffee/tea and cuttings to take home included.
Make your own macramé plant hanger
Tuesday 24 November – 19h in MidWest
Note: This workshop isn’t in Wildernis, but in MidWest in de Cabralstraat 1!
This workshop is in English.
In this workshop, given by Lucile Cabout of Studio EKRU, you will discover the relaxing technique of macramé, the art of tying cord into knots in such a way that creates useful and decorative shapes. In two hours, you will learn the basics and apply your new skills to create a modern planthanger that will bring life to a corner of your home. Once you’ve mastered the knots, there is no limit to the masterpieces you can create!
Suitable for all levels.
When: Tuesday 24 November, start 19h, door open 18.45h in MidWest. Duration: 2 hours.
Price: 45 euros, including supplies (rope, beads, hanging ring & instructional booklet), and coffee/tea.
Grow and use your own herbs
Friday 27 November – 19h in MidWest
Cityplot presents this introductory workshop on how to grow and use your herbs at home. We will cover how to plant, care, propagate and use common herbs for culinary and medicinal purposes. We will focus on five common herbs:
– Rosemary
– Lavender
– Parsley
– Mint
– Thyme
The workshop includes an activity for making air/hand freshener spray or lavender oil and propagating rosemary. This workshop will be offered by Fatema, an environmentalist and founder of NatureCentric and member of Cityplot Amsterdam. Duration: 2 hours
When: Friday 27 November, start 19h, door open 18.45h, in MidWest.
Costs: 30 euros, coffee/tea included.
Draw your own jungle!
Saturday 28 November – 10.30h in MidWest
Note: this workshop isn’t in Wildernis, but in MidWest in the Cabralstraat 1!
This workshop is in Dutch and English.
During this workshop, Jolien from Studio Stunner, will teach you how to draw a variety of plants in an easy and clear way. Starting with a sketch, we build your illustration together with several layers and materials. Jolien will show you how to add depth and details and create your lushest dream jungle on paper. How do you for example draw leaves with holes, a hanging plant with long stems or a curled leaf? With the basic techniques taught in this workshop, you will soon be able to put all of your favourite plants on paper! At the end of class, you also receive a little instructional booklet to keep on drawing plants at home.This workshop is suitable for beginners.
When: Saturday 28 November, start 10.30, door open 10.15, in MidWest.
Costs: 40 euros per person, and includes use of materials (like paint, pencils, markers and paper), coffee/tea and the Studio Stunner instruction booklet.
Make your own terrarium
Saturday 28 November – 14h in MidWest
Note: this workshop isn’t in Wildernis, but in Midwest in de Cabralstraat 1!
This workshop is in Dutch, but parts can be translated.
Maak je eigen gesloten terrarium met terrariumspecialist Malou van Studio Wüst. Hoe werkt fotosynthese en de waterkringloop, hoe bouw je een goede bodem op en hoe verzorg je je terrarium? Alle benodigdheden voor een mooi en gezond tropisch klimaat in glas. Malou vertelt het je terwijl jij ondertussen je eigen terrarium opbouwt en beplant.
When: Saturday 28 November, start 14h, door open 13.45h in MidWest. Duration: 2,5 hours.
Costs: 65 euros, terrarium glass, supplies and coffee/tea included.
Workshop ‘Plant care’ by Judith Baehner
Saturday 12 December – 11h in MidWest
Note: this workshop isn’t in Wildernis, but in MidWest in the Cabralstraat 1!
This workshop is in Dutch.
Wil je weten hoe je je huis omtovert tot een kleine jungle, maar weet je niet zo goed hoe je dat doet? En hoe zorg je eigenlijk het beste voor je eigen planten? Dit is je kans om alle ins en outs van kamerplanten te weten te komen en hoe je een gezonde groene omgeving van je huis kunt maken. Je leert waar je je plant neer moet zetten, hoeveel water je plant nodig heeft en wat je kunt doen als je plant het niet zo lekker doet. Judith van Het Groenlab neemt je mee in de wereld van de kamerplant en leert je de fijne kneepjes door met passie te vertellen over planten en verzorging.
When: Saturday 12 December, start 11.00, door open 10.45 in MidWest. Duration: 1,5 hours.
Costs: 20 euros per person, coffee/tea included.
Make your own macramé plant hanger
Saturday 12 December – 14h in MidWest
Note: This workshop isn’t in Wildernis, but in MidWest in de Cabralstraat 1!
This workshop is in English.
In this workshop, given by Lucile Cabout of Studio EKRU, you will discover the relaxing technique of macramé, the art of tying cord into knots in such a way that creates useful and decorative shapes. In two hours, you will learn the basics and apply your new skills to create a modern planthanger that will bring life to a corner of your home. Once you’ve mastered the knots, there is no limit to the masterpieces you can create!
Suitable for all levels.
When: Saturday 12 December, start 14h, door open 13.45h in MidWest. Duration: 2 hours.
Price: 45 euros, including supplies (rope, beads, hanging ring & instructional booklet), and coffee/tea.
Plant as nutrition, plant as medicine
Thursday 17 December – 19h in MidWest
Note: this workshop isn’t in Wildernis, but in Midwest in de Cabralstraat 1!
This workshop is in Dutch, but can be translated in English.
Leoniek Bontje, author of the book ‘Wildplukken’, will introduce several forage plants. She will show you which wild plants you can forage in nature and explain how you can use them. You will taste, feel and smell the plants, and Leoniek will inform you about their nutritional values and their medicinal use.
When: Thursday 17 December, start 19h, door open 18.45h in MidWest. Duration: 1,5 hours.
Costs: 35 euros per person, coffee/tea included.
Draw your own jungle!
Saturday 19 December – 10.30h in MidWest
Note: this workshop isn’t in Wildernis, but in MidWest in the Cabralstraat 1!
This workshop is in Dutch and English.
During this workshop, Jolien from Studio Stunner, will teach you how to draw a variety of plants in an easy and clear way. Starting with a sketch, we build your illustration together with several layers and materials. Jolien will show you how to add depth and details and create your lushest dream jungle on paper. How do you for example draw leaves with holes, a hanging plant with long stems or a curled leaf? With the basic techniques taught in this workshop, you will soon be able to put all of your favourite plants on paper! At the end of class, you also receive a little instructional booklet to keep on drawing plants at home.This workshop is suitable for beginners.
When: Saturday 19 December, start 10.30, door open 10.15, in MidWest.
Costs: 40 euros per person, and includes use of materials (like paint, pencils, markers and paper), coffee/tea and the Studio Stunner instruction booklet.
Past workshops:
Forage plants and their use
Note: this workshop isn’t in Wildernis, but in Midwest in de Cabralstraat 1!
This workshop is in Dutch, but can be translated in English.
Leoniek Bontje, author of the book ‘Wildplukken’, will introduce several forage plants. She will show you which wild plants you can forage in nature and explain how you can use them. You will taste, feel and smell the plants, and Leoniek will inform you about their nutritional values and their medicinal use.
Make your own plant prints with watercolour
Flowers and plants inspire many artists and illustrators, including illustrator Valesca van Waveren. Under the guidance of Valesca you make some plant prints using the watercolour technique. The prettiest one will be framed for you to take home. Be inspired by all the green in Wildernis. All materials used during the course are provided (frame, watercolours, masking fluid, brushes and paper).
Costs: 50 euro, including all materials and a framed print to take home, and coffee/tea.
Stadstuinieren, iedereen kan het
This workshop is in Dutch.
Vaste planten, eenjarigen, klimmers, bollen, heesters. Pfff.. Met groen kan zoveel, je ziet door de planten het bos niet meer. Diana van De Tuinvrouwen geeft advies over de beplanting en over het onderhoud van je groene buitenruimte. Ja, ook op je balkon/dakterras/
Costs: 25 euro, including coffee/tea.
Grow your own urban vegetable garden
This workshop is in English.
Spring is here again! Are you ready to get your fingers in the soil and start growing some fresh food? Join Suzanne from Cityplot for this fun and hands-on workshop on growing your own edible, urban garden in small spaces such as balconies, window sills, allotments or roof terraces. Through this introductory workshop you will learn how to grow the herbs, vegetables, edible flowers and small fruit suitable for your space. Plan a garden that will provide you with delicious and healthy food all year long! Suitable for both beginner and experienced gardeners. You’ll go home with a plan, some seeds to get started and a fresh new goal!
Price: 30 euro, including coffee/tea.
Batwalk
This workshop is in Dutch, but parts can be translated.
Wist je dat er in Amsterdam wel acht verschillende soorten vleermuizen leven? En dat er in stadsparken zeldzame uilen schuilhouden? Sluit aan bij onze nachtsafari: een avondwandeling door het Vondelpark met bioloog Koen van Natuurbureau Wonders.
Samen met Koen ontrafelen we het mysterie van de vleermuis en gaan we met een ‘batdetector’ op zoek naar zo veel mogelijk soorten. Dit apparaatje zet het ultrasone echolocatiegeluid van de vleermuizen om in een hoorbaar signaal. Naast de vleermuizenjacht proberen we ook andere nachtdieren te spotten. Zo broedt er al jaren een koppel bosuilen in het Vondelpark. Hun hoge, bijna koortsachtige balts is van februari tot in april te horen. Met een beetje geluk komen we hen ook op het spoor. Vorig jaar hoorden we ze ook! Voor wie wil, en Koen nog meer vragen wil stellen, sluiten we de avond af in een café.
Disclaimer:
Bats only fly around in good weather conditions. In case of bad weather, we will move the batwalk to the 8th of May, same time, same spot! Not available that day? You can get a refund of your payment.
Costs: 10 euro per person.
Who: everyone who likes to and can walk for +/- two hours.
Kiemen en micro-groenten kweken
Date unknown
This workshop is in Dutch, but parts can be translated.
Smacht jij naar een verse en gezonde toevoeging aan je eten, het hele jaar door, en wil je leren hoe je dit zelf kan doen? Dan is deze workshop perfect voor jou. Cato van Cityplot komt je laten zien hoe gemakkelijk, lekker en gezond het is om je eigen kiem- en micro-groenten te kweken. Je hebt geen groene vingers, tuin of zomer meer nodig om aan je vitamineboost te komen. Jonge plantjes en gekiemde zaden zitten namelijk boordevol voedingsstoffen en zijn heerlijk voor bij elke salade, sandwich of gewoon als tussendoortje. In het eerste gedeelte van de workshop leer je alles over deze manier van indoor “tuinieren”. Daarna ga je zelf aan de slag en maak je je eigen kiempotten en kweekbakjes. Zo ga je naar huis met alles wat je nodig hebt om zelf van start te gaan.
Price: 20 euro, included tea/coffee, grow pot (glass jar, seeds and such), seed growing jar (plastic jar (upcycled), compost, seeds) and a hand out with extra information.
‘Super groene vingers’ met Mama Botanica
This workshop is in Dutch.
Tijdens deze workshop leer je hoe je je planten gelukkig houdt en hoe je je eigen urban jungle kan laten groeien. Iris van Mama Botanica leert je de basics van plantenverzorging en geeft je haar persoonlijke tips & tricks. Tijdens de workshop krijg je niet alleen kennis, maar maak je ook een lichtplan voor jouw huis en verpot je een plant om mee naar huis te nemen én succesvol in leven te houden. Na afloop krijg je ook een handig e-book per mail – voor als je het allemaal even niet meer weet.
Kosten: 38 euro, inclusief e-book, koffie/thee en je eigen verpotte plant (pot + plant t.w.v. €11.95)
Stekjesworkshop
This workshop is in Dutch.
Leer alles over het stekken van je kamerplanten en krijg een verzameling stekjes mee naar huis om je plantenverzameling mee uit te breiden. We gaan aan de slag met plantjes, schaartjes, stokjes, potjes en verse potgrond om je kennis van het stekken flink uit te breiden! Tijdens deze workshop zullen we een heel aantal verschillende planten gaan stekken zoals onder andere de stippenplant, het erwtenplantje en de watermeloen peperomia.
Kosten: 35 euro, inclusief koffie/thee, een verzameling stekjes, antwoord op al je vragen en veel nieuwe plantenkennis.
Make your own macramé plant hanger
Note: This workshop isn’t in Wildernis, but in MidWest in de Cabralstraat 1!
This workshop is in English.
In this workshop, given by Lucile Cabout of Studio EKRU, you will discover the relaxing technique of macramé, the art of tying cord into knots in such a way that creates useful and decorative shapes. In two hours, you will learn the basics and apply your new skills to create a modern planthanger that will bring life to a corner of your home. Once you’ve mastered the knots, there is no limit to the masterpieces you can create!
Suitable for all levels.
Price: 45 euros, including supplies (rope, beads, hanging ring & instructional booklet).
Make your own plant hanger
Note: this workshop isn’t in Wildernis, but in the Monsak Atelier in de Orteliusstraat 15d!
In this workshop by Monsak, you will make your own plant hanger of leather and hemp rope. We use remains of leather to give it a nice new purpose in the form of a hanger. Together we will make this to an success, so you go home with a self made accessory. No experience needed!
Out of the Pot! Plant Mounting with PLANTMOM
This workshop is in English.
Bored with your traditional plant-in-a-pot setting? Running out of floor space? Join us in experimenting with ‘mounted plants’ and design your own mounted plant creation.
In this workshop Monai of PLANTMOM will learn you about different root systems, and ‘epiphytes,’ or “plants without roots” – how they grow, where they are native to, and how to create living home decorations that can adapt to any space. Join this workshop and create your own mounted plant and learn about its care.
Price: 37 euros, including supplies and coffee/tea.
Kokedama workshop with PLANTMOM
This workshop is in English.
Elevate your plants at home with Kokedama! Learn about the basics of bonsai and how to create string gardens at home with this ancient Japanese technique.
Kokedama is a style of Japanese bonsai, where a plant’s root system is simply wrapped in moss and bound with string, transforming it into a unique sculptural art form that can elevate your home. ‘Koke’ means moss and ‘dama’ means ball.
Kokedama are created as a reflection of the Wabi-sabi principles.
In this workshop you will create your own kokedama to enjoy at home or gift a friend. Open to all ages.
Price: 37 euros, including supplies and coffee/tea.
‘Let’s paint plants!’
In this workshop led by Natasha Udovenko, you will learn how to use basic but essential watercolour techniques, such as gradient and wet-on-wet, in order to create your very own juicy illustrations! With Natasha’s assistance you will try to let go of control and act on intuition letting the paint and water collaborate on their own.
Plants are beautiful models for this task and they possess unlimited hidden colour hues and shades. Besides, what can be better than having a botanical workshop in a little jungle oasis of Amsterdam after a long day at work?
The workshop is suitable for beginners and all the materials are provided (paper, paint and brushes).
Costs: 42 euro, materials and coffee/tea included.
Make your own seedbombs
Yes, we’re going to bomb! This Saturday morning you can make free “seed bombs” at Wildernis from 11.00 till 12.00! A whole hour, so you can come and sit down anytime during this hour.. With these organic seed bombs you’ll quickly transform empty spots (or blast your backyard) into a small pollinators’ paradise for butterflies and bees. Wildernis colleague Sarah explains how to make your own ammunition. Everyone gets to make 4 bombs, and you’ll take them “home” in an egg carton ..
Participation free of charge
Make a natural christmas wreath
Christmas wreaths make the holidays complete, and what is more fun than to make it yourself. Helder Dias Pinto will help you to make a completely natural wreath. First he learns you to build a strong base, after which you will work with different materials to make the wreath look how you want to.
The wreaths are 100% biodegradable, but you can also let it dry and keep it.
Nachtvlinderexpeditie met Mot in Mokum
This workshop is in Dutch.
Let op: deze workshop is niet in Wildernis, maar in de vlindertuin Mot in Mokum op de Meteorenweg 280 in Amsterdam.
Deze keer een cursus als geen ander: de vlindertuin Mot in Mokum organiseert een heuse nachtvlinderexpeditie! Hier leer je alles over vlinders en nachtvlinders, hoe ze leven en wat wij zelf voor ze kunnen doen in de stad. En daar stopt het niet. Tegen het vallen van de avond zetten we de nachtvlinderopstelling op,
en gaan we kijken wat we kunnen spotten! Neem je tent en slaapzak mee, want je blijft gewoon lekker slapen in de vlindertuin. Meld je het liefste aan met een tent-buddy, zodat iedereen een plekje kan krijgen.
Het wordt een gezellige leerzame avond waarin je veel leert over vlinders en bovendien het gevoel krijgt even uit de drukke stad te zijn. De plaatselijke duurzame ondernemers van stadslandbouwproject Noordoogst voorzien ons in hapjes en drankjes.
Kosten: 30 euro, inclusief overnachting, hapjes & drankjes, en een zakje zaadjes voor mee naar huis.
‘Beasts in Amsterdam’ (in Dutch)
Sorry, this lecture is in Dutch.
Er zijn meer dieren in Amsterdam dan je denkt! Als je eenmaal weet op welke plekken je moet zoeken en waar je op moet letten, ontdek je een ongekend dierenuniversum. In deze lezing komt stadsecologe Anneke Blokker daar kleurig over vertellen..
Vind je een drol met bovenop een soort schroefvorm? Dan is er beslist een vos langs geweest. Is Rokjesdag in aantocht? Dan kun je er zeker van zijn dat de ringslang uit zijn winterschuilplaats tevoorschijn komt. En als dan die zonnige dagen aanbreken, kun je vaak ook de roodwangschildpad zien zonnebaden op een boomstam in het water. Je hoeft dus niet ver te reizen om op safari te gaan. Wist je bijvoorbeeld dat de Amsterdamse slechtvalk wel 340 km/u kan halen en daarmee het snelste dier ter aarde is!
Stadsecologe Anneke Blokker schreef samen met haar collega’s Geert Timmermans, Remco Daalder en Auke Brouwer het boek Amsterdamse beesten.
Kosten: 10 euro, inclusief koffie/thee.
Natural Dyeing
Discover the colors inside the most powerful flowers. In this workshop you will learn from Elin de Jong how you can color textiles with natural extracts. Using traditional techniques demonstrated by Elin you’ll change a piece of organic silk into a beautiful patterned scarf with vibrant shades and shadows. In addition to dyeing, you learn about the healing effects of the flowers used.
Composting in the city.
By composting at home, you reduce your waste flow, and can produce compost of the best quality with which to pamper your plants. Ireen Laarakker from Balkonton.nl joins us and explains how city composting works, using a wormerbak (see picture), Perfect for people with limited space, or even without a garden, the worm method does not stink, is small, and works indoors. Do you want to know how simple it is and whether composting is something for you? Come to listen or ask questions.
‘Roof gardening’ by Rooflife
Gardening on a roof is profession in and of itself. You’ll have to take into account strong winds, hours of burning sun and you have real soil to work with. So you’ll have to adjust your layout, structure and plant choice accordingly.
The professionals at Rooflife will explain the basics of a rooftop garden during this workshop: how do you ensure you’ll be able to enjoy your piece of green pie in the sky?
‘Shadow gardening’ by Toos Tuin
Do you have a balcony, roof terrace or city garden with little or no sun? Do you think that little can grow or even flourish there? Well be ready to be surprised! With the right knowledge you can turn that shady spot into a green paradise. In this workshop, gardener Toos Tuin teaches you how to make your dark outdoor space into a real fine green place. You’ll learn about different types of shade, plant choice, pests, how to make a planting schedule and much more.
‘Which plants where?’ – How to plant your urban garden
Perennials, annuals, climbers, bulbs, shrubs .. The planting of a (façade) garden (tje) has so many possibilities, you can not see the forest ’cause of the flowers. City gardener Tjalf Vermij will explore the possibilities with you and give you a basis to build upon. Which plants are evergreen? Shadow friendly? Or “hufterproof”? You can, of course, ask all your questions. And you’ll go home with a plenty of idead and inspiration for your own piece of urban greenery.
‘Design a small edible garden or balcony with perennials’
In this workshop you will design a layout for your garden or balcony using edible plants, herbs, fruit and vegetables. You do this based on the size, location (how much sunlight?) and your plant preference – and with an eye on what to harvest later.
The unique thing about this workshop is that you’ll only work with perennials – you do not grow vegetables.
Afterwards you’ll have an efficient and practical garden or balcony design and plant list, and a wealth of useful information and tips.
The book ‘A small edible garden with perennials’ (see photo on the left) is included in the workshop price.
The unique thing about this workshop is that you’ll only work with perennials – you do not grow vegetables.
Afterwards you’ll have an efficient and practical garden or balcony design and plant list, and a wealth of useful information and tips.
The book ‘A small edible garden with perennials’ (see photo on the left) is included in the workshop price.
‘Ikebana flower arrangement’ by Bloemen van Haas
Simplicity, balance and lines. Three important things when making an Ikebana. Ikebana means ‘living flowers’. Hanna and Sara (Bloemen van HAAS) became fascinated by this special floral art, and want to introduce you to their new passion.
Using various composition techniques you will make your own Ikebana during this workshop – while enjoying a refreshing spring lemonade and a snack.
In a bowl with a Kenzan (Japanese pin cushion) you learn to get flowers in balance and arrange them in line shapes. The flowers of the season, in beautiful spring colors, play an important role in making this Ikebana.