Easy Seed Starting Online FAQ
How does this program work?
This is a self-paced workshop where you learn by following the planting process, step-by-step through a series of videos. The workshop has a Facebook support group (see below) and live Zoom Q&A sessions that Nan Sterman hosts every other week.
What happens live and what do I do on my own?
When you log into the workshop, you’ll find the series of videos that lead you through step-bystep process of planting seeds. You can access them anytime up until July 15th, and work through them at your own pace. Every other week, Nan holds a live Q & A session on Zoom. There is a workshop calendar with Zoom dates and times.
How long do I have access to the workshop?
You have access to the workshop until July 15th. By then, you should have completed planting your summer vegetable garden, which is the end of the workshop.
Do I need to work through the videos in order?
Yes
Can I watch the videos more than once?
You can watch the videos as many times as you like, whenever you like, between now and July 15th.
Are you sending me everything I need?
We send you the harder-to-find items. We’ve also sent you a shopping list, both attached to your welcome email, and a hard copy enclosed in your box. The shopping list is for the items that you can find easily in local stores. You need both the items we sent you and those on the shopping list.
Where’s the shopping list?
There’s a shopping list in the box we send you and a pdf copy is attached to some of the workshop videos.
When are the live Zoom Q & As?
Twice each month, Nan holds a live Q & A sessions through July 15th. Check the workshop calendar for those dates, times, and links to the Zoom.
What are we planting?
You are planting 18 different kinds of seeds, including annual vegetables, fruits, flowers, and herbs. Each envelope is marked with the name of the seeds inside.
Do I have to use the seeds Nan sent me?
Please use the seeds you receive in your box.
Where do buy seeds when I want more?
There are many high-quality seed vendors online and in our local independent nurseries. One of our favorite sources is Renee’s Garden seeds (https://tinyurl.com/gardenschoolseed).
Does this make a mess?
Yes! It makes a great big mess and mess is part of gardening, so enjoy!
Can I share my link to the course with other people?
As with all courses, the registration is for one person. Sharing the link is a violation of the terms and conditions you agreed to when you purchase the workshop.
Is my success guaranteed?
While there are no guarantees, hundreds of home gardeners have been successful using Nan’s techniques and we’re sure you will be, too.
Do you do private workshops for group or organization?
If your group or organization is interested in a private workshop, please reach out to info@waterwisegardener.com so we can discuss what you have in mind.
Can I buy a workshop for someone else as a gift?
Yes, and how nice of you! Simply put their name into the email and use their shipping address when you check out. If you’d like a special note included in the box, drop us an email at help@waterwisegardener.com when you sign up.
My questions weren’t answered here, now what?
No problem! You can email us at help@waterwisegardener.com and we’ll respond as soon as possible.
I love this workshop! What else do you offer?
Glad you asked! Easy Seed Starting is the first offering of Nan Sterman’s Garden School which launches soon. If you’d like to be notified of the launch, please sign up for Nan’s email list, atwww.waterwisegardener.com.