Welcome to Gardens That Matter Academy

Learn sustainable gardening with on-demand video courses and live support inside our private community.

Gardens That Matter is a learning community for gardeners who want to grow food in ways that go "beyond organic." We are passionate about helping you build healthy soil, create wildlife habitat, and grow useful and delicious plants.

I would sign up to learn from you again. Gardens That Matter has made a world of difference. I have a garden that I can eat from and delight in. That’s exactly what I wanted when I joined. —Christine

As a student, you can...

• Enroll in online courses designed to help you take action
• Get step-by-step guides for working with nature in your garden
• Ask questions and share ideas in the community forum
• Join live virtual events to connect with instructors and fellow gardeners
• Find inspiration and encouragement (without the advertising and addicting algorithms of social media)

If you want to create beautiful outdoor spaces where you can garden, enjoy nature, and make a difference for the planet, you are in the right place.

I love the environment you’ve created here! The material is simple to understand and you pick good topics that help me grow. —Simone

Giving Back

We aim to provide a learning experience that’s accessible, inclusive, and sustainable. We do this by keeping our courses affordable and paying our employees fairly.

Scholarships are available so that cost is never a barrier for anyone who wants to learn with us. You'll find details on each of our course pages.

When you join Gardens That Matter, you’re not just helping your own garden thrive — you’re also making a difference for plants and pollinators around the world.

That's because a portion of each purchase supports community organizations and nonprofits dedicated to conservation, education, and caring for people and the planet.

My garden has improved since the composting course and I’m keen to keep moving forward. I like Amy's balanced and friendly approach to gardening. —Julie

Get Started

Browse our current offerings at gardensthatmatter.com/courses and then join us inside!

Happy gardening!