Do you dream of a garden that provides food, beauty and shade… almost by itself? Then the forest garden is for you!
From Robert Hart, who planted the first modern forest gardens in the UK, to Martin Crawford or Dave Jacke, who wrote landmark books, and to visionaries such as Ernst Götsch in Brazil or Sepp Holzer in Austria, forest gardens have already inspired communities all over the world. In Romania, this tradition comes to life through pioneers like Cristina Colis, permaculture trainer and designer, one of the first people to bring the forest garden concept here. With a wealth of experience and a practical approach, Cristina has become a true reference for those who want to cultivate resilience and abundance on their own land. In this course, you will have the chance to learn directly from her.
Over 4 days, we will explore together the principles and practices needed to create an abundant and resilient ecosystem inspired by the forest. We will learn about plant layers, useful species, design, maintenance, and of course, we will get our hands in the soil.
Dates: October 9–12, 2025
Fees for the forest garden course
Suggested contributions:
- 500 lei – suggested price for people facing financial difficulties (monthly income under 2500 lei)
- 800 lei – suggested price for people with a monthly income between 3000 and 6000 lei
- 1300 lei – suggested price for people with a monthly income between 6000 and 12000 lei
- 1600 lei – suggested price for people with a monthly income above 12000 lei
The fee includes: course sessions, materials, lunches and snacks.
For accommodation, the best option is camping.
The Ermitaj dormitory is quite small and in need of renovation (average condition).
For accommodation in the village, the price must be negotiated directly with the host. Expect a cost between 50 and 150 lei/night depending on the type of house and the number of participants sharing it. If you tick the “village accommodation” option, we will send you the hosts’ contacts.