Blunt & rusty secateurs? Bring them along & learn to clean and sharpen your own pair. And don’t waste money on buying the wrong tool! You only need a few tools, if they are the right ones. Join gardener Jenny Samuels to learn how to save money by choosing and maintaining your own tools.
Blunt Secateurs? Learn to clean and sharpen your own pair.
Well chosen tools, like a good pair of secateurs, should last a lifetime, if you know what to buy and how to look after them.
Bring along your own secateurs and Jenny will guide you through cleaning and sharpening your own pair.
There are so many different garden tools to choose from but how do you pick the right one? The wrong tool can make a job hard to do and at worst cause injury to you and your plants! Which tools are worth investing in and which tool are likely to remain unused. What can we do to extend the life of our tools and how can we keep our blades sharp?
In this gardening workshop, we will look at what are the essential tools every gardener should have to hand and introduce some lesser-known tools that can make garden tasks easier to perform and less likely to cause joint strain. We will also look at how to extend the life of our tools and keep the blade of our snippers nice and sharp.
-Why spades are not all the same
-How a selection of different tools can make light work of weeding.
-How to choose the right cutting tool for the job.
-How to preserve the life of your tools.
-How to clean & sharpen your own pair of secateurs
Our very own studio space is set within the grounds of Old Barn Garden Centre, Dial Post, South of Horsham. Our dedicated space for courses, is a light airy and spacious place to learn.
Jenny teaches in small groups which ensures everyone gets the opportunity to practice, and time to ask questions. Our monthly workshops are a great way to meet like minded people with an interest in gardening and the natural world.
People who want to get to know their gardens better, whether you’re a complete beginner or have some experience but want to develop your skills and knowledge.
An engaging talk with demonstrations, from a gardening expert.
Refreshments
Tutor:Jenny’s approach to teaching gardening is influenced by a passion for greener gardening and a strong belief in working with your soil and climate rather than against it. As the owner of the Lindfield Gardening Company, Jenny has a wide range of experience including horticultural gardening, planting design and teaching gardening to enthusiastic beginners.
Early Bird Ticket: £35
Standard Ticket: £39
Friday 6th March 2026
10am – 12pm
Sussex Garden School Studio, at Old Barn Garden Centre, Dial Post, Nr Horsham, RH13 8NR
Once you have booked, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk email folder if you do not hear from us.
Shortly before the workshop, you will receive another email from us, giving your directions and any joining instructions – please check your junk email folder if you do not hear from us.
Gardening Workshops happen on the first Friday morning of the month at the Sussex Garden School Studio (RH13 8NR) and pre-booking is essential. These small-group sessions, led by expert gardener Jenny Samuels, cover essential skills to help your garden thrive—whether it’s growing plants from seed, mastering composting, taking cuttings, or selecting and planting seasonal bulbs. With a new topic each month, you’ll gain practical knowledge and confidence, building your gardening know-how. Check out our other Workshops this year:
March 27th Gardening Workshop 2026- How to Grow Strong Healthy Plants from Seed
May 1st Gardening Workshop 2026- How to Turn Your Kitchen & Garden Waste into Compost
June 5th Gardening Workshop 2026- How to Feed and Water Your Plants with the Environment in Mind
July 3rd Gardening Workshop 2026- How to Keep your Garden Blooming through Summer and Beyond
September 4th Gardening Workshop 2026- How to take Plant Stem Cuttings
October 2nd Gardening Workshop 2026 – Choosing and Planting Bulbs
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