**Event Description: Home Cultivation Basics Workshop**
Join us for an in-depth Home Cultivation Basics Workshop in the heart of New York City, NY, designed for novice home growers, the simply curious, and professional cannabis cultivators alike. This comprehensive workshop will provide participants with a thorough overview of the entire seed-to-post-harvest process, offering essential insights tailored to meet the needs of diverse attendees.
Throughout the workshop, expert instructors will guide participants through the fundamental stages of cannabis cultivation, including seed selection, germination, growth cycles, and post-harvest techniques. Attendees will learn how to make informed choices regarding strain selection, cultivation methods, and environmental controls to ensure a successful grow. Additionally, discussions will focus on best practices for novice growers, addressing common challenges and solutions that arise during cultivation.
The workshop will not only feature hands-on training sessions but also provide ample networking opportunities for participants to connect with like-minded individuals and industry professionals. This event is the perfect opportunity to expand your knowledge, exchange ideas, and foster relationships within the cannabis cultivation community.
Whether you are looking to start your first home grow or refine your existing skills, our Home Cultivation Basics Workshop offers the foundational knowledge and support you need to succeed. We invite you to join us for a day of learning, sharing, and community building in New York City.
Prepare to cultivate not just plants, but also friendships and partnerships that will flourish in the future.
What ticket purchasers will receive:
Exclusive Educational Workshop: Learn practical, science-based home cultivation skills during a hands-on session at Torches NYC, 12 E 42nd St, NYC 10017, on April 28, from 6–8 PM. Workshop participants will learn about seed selection, growing mediums and indoor setup, seed to harvest overview and the benefits of growing your own.
Free Grow Kit Included with Green Access tickets:

Every Green Access ticket holder leaves with a complete cultivation kit featuring Grassroots fabric planters, McEnroe Farm light growing mix, Humboldt Seed Company products, Bud Trainer plant training tools, a We Grow NYC soil guide, and Grove Bags TerpLoc® pouches and more.

Designed for Real Results: Built for growers who want clarity, confidence, and the ability to start growing immediately without wasting time or money.
Limited Attendance: An intimate, education-first experience held inside the former Nat Sherman Cigar Factory and Lounge. This is a limited ticketed engagement.
Interested in learning how to grow your own? Curious about what to do or what to avoid?
Join We Grow NYC Inc. for an exclusive and interactive workshop at Torches NYC!
Located inside the iconic former Nat Sherman townhouse in Midtown Manhattan, this revolutionary hands-on, educational experience makes home growing accessible and simple. Learn how to grow at home within NYS regulations and gain the tools and resources necessary to grow your own. Be a part of history as We Grow NYC and Torches pave the way for your home cultivation success!
Learn from Experts Topics that Include:
- Seed to harvest overview
- Selecting genetics
- Training techniques
- Planning
- and much more!
Whether you’re just starting out or ready to level up, this intimate workshop delivers practical knowledge, real tools, and a welcoming space to grow with confidence.
Work-night Special
Ticket Options:
Option 1 - $30 per person - General Admission
Workshop only
Option 2 - $150 per person - Green Access
Workshop + Starter Kit
FREE Scholarship tickets- contact events@wegrownyc.org to learn more.
To maximize your experience, this is a limited ticketed event.
Visit our website: wegrownyc.org
Questions: events@wegrownyc.org
FAQ
Q: Why is there a ticket fee?
A: Our workshops are intended to be accessible. Ticket fees cover venue rental, instructors, materials handling, and administrative costs so we can continue to offer low-cost and free seats. If you cannot afford a ticket, please contact events@wegrownyc.org to ask about scholarship seats. If you can attend without a starter kit, email events@wegrownyc.org so we can reallocate the kit to someone who needs it.
Cultivating Knowledge. Building Greener Communities.
