In this session of "Grow your Desert Garden" course! We take a deep dive into the foundations of soil health with a practical, hands-on composting workshop. This session is all about exploring the principles of composting, sustainable farming, and permaculture while learning how to transform organic waste into nutrient-rich soil. By the end, you’ll seeContinue reading "Composting Workshop"
In this session of "Grow your Desert Garden" course! We focus on cultivating and caring for winter vegetables through a fully hands-on workshop. This session highlights essential practices for ensuring strong, healthy growth, covering plant nutrition, natural pest management with neem oil, proper plant support techniques, and the importance of thinning. By the end, you’llContinue reading "Winter Vegetables Workshop"
In this session of "Grow your Desert Garden" course! We go beneath the surface to discover the secrets of growing underground vegetables such as potatoes, carrots, and beets. This hands-on workshop explores the specific planting techniques, soil requirements, and harvesting tips needed to cultivate healthy, productive root crops in Qatar’s unique environment. Why YouContinue reading "Underground Vegetables Workshop"
Join us for the "All about soil" workshop, part of “Grow Your Desert Garden” course. This essential workshop will delve into the world of soil, providing you with the knowledge and techniques needed for optimal soil preparation. Understanding and managing soil is crucial for any successful garden, especially in desert environments. Workshop Highlights: Understanding SoilContinue reading "All About Soil Workshop"
Join us on an exciting trip to AGRICO, a private local farm at the forefront of sustainable agriculture in Qatar. Founded with a vision for long-term agricultural production and aligned with Qatar’s national goal of achieving food security, AGRICO integrates local innovation, international expertise, and cutting-edge technology to pioneer advancements in farming. What to Expect:Continue reading "Farm Trip to Agrico"
Join Hadiqaa in collaboration with Qatar Museums for a practical and engaging community session focused on the basics of plant care and home gardening. This hands-on session is designed for gardeners who would like to better understand how to care for their plants with confidence. Each partcipant will repot their own plant, learn about soil,Continue reading "Everyday Gardening Session"
with Hadiqaa × Qatar MuseumsPart of Countryside: A Place to Live, Not to Leave Exhibition Taking place during the holy month of Ramadan, this special community harvesting experience invites families, students, and curious minds to slow down, reconnect with the land, and engage in meaningful action. Hosted within the Countryside: A Place to Live, NotContinue reading "Community Harvesting Day"
Beat the heat and make a splash with our hands-on activities to cool of this summer at our community garden at Qatar Preparatory School! Workshop Activities: Water Propagation: Children learn about plant growth and propagation techniques. Garden Watering: Become little gardeners and learn about the importance of hydration for plants and develop essential skills while tendingContinue reading "Water Play! – Kids Workshop"
with Hadiqaa × National Museum of Qatar Part of Countryside: A Place to Live, Not to Leave Exhibition An introductory workshop connecting children to Hiya Biya through planting and traditional practices. This hands-on session invites participants to explore the basics of growing food while discovering local traditions through palm weaving. Children will get their hands inContinue reading "Hiya Biya – Kids Workshop"
with Hadiqaa × National Museum of Qatar Part of Countryside: A Place to Live, Not to Leave Exhibition An introductory workshop connecting children to Hiya Biya through planting and traditional practices. This hands-on session invites participants to explore the basics of growing food while discovering local traditions. Children will get their hands in the soil,Continue reading "Hiya Biya – Kids Workshop"
Celebrate World Environment Day with a hands-on family workshop with Hadiqaa, where kids and adults will learn the basics of composting and how food scraps can be transformed into healthy soil for plants. Participants will explore simple composting methods, discover what can and cannot be composted, and create their own mini compost setup to continueContinue reading "Composting by Tapaswi Gowda – Family Workshop"
Celebrate World Environment Day with a hands-on family workshop exploring the world of microgreens, small but nutrient-rich plants that can easily be grown at home. Participants will learn how microgreens support healthy eating, sustainable food practices, and urban gardening while gaining practical growing skills through interactive activities. Families will sow, grow, and harvest their ownContinue reading "Microgreens by Roberta Rosini – Family Workshop"
