Plants for free

Demonstrate/Practical: 1 full day 10.30am – 3.30pm

Plants for free
This practical workshop covers the basics of propagation using a number of methods such as: collecting & sowing seed, taking cuttings, layering and division. Some theory of aftercare, e.g. Pricking out, transplanting and hardening off will also be given.
A one day course

Demonstrate/Practical: 1 full day 10.30 – 3.30 pm

Planning & Planting
This is a workshop combing the theory of planting design with practical work. This is course gives and introduction to planting design theory. It is important to choose the right plants, for the situation. Designing borders and calculating plants for the space available.
Drawing simple planting plans.

Lecture: 1 full day 10.30 – 3.30 pm

Organic Gardening:
Using organic methods of gardening has increased in popularity over the past few years as interest in healthy eating and in growing your own produce gains momentum. Also, chemicals have become less available as protecting the environment grows ever more important. This course introduces a range of methods to help you grow crops and ornamentals organically, e.g. Companion planting, good cultivation practices, crop rotation, encouraging natural predators.

Demonstration/Practical: 1 full day 10.30 – 3.30 pm

Pruning (General & Seasonal):
This one day practical workshop offers a basic guide to the general pruning methods of common garden plants and timings of pruning for more specific plantings.

Demonstration/Practical: 1 full day 10.30 – 3.30 pm

The soil in your garden:
Getting to know your garden soil! A practical workshop, with the basic theory on the ‘muddy stuff’. The most important aspect of growing healthy plants is the soil it is cultivated in. This course covers soil texture, structure and pH ensuring the best conditions for healthy plants. Bring a sample of your garden soil for testing.

Lecture: 1 full day 10.30 – 3.30 pm

Plant Botany:
Being able to understand how plants work is essential for any keen gardener and course offers a basic look at the structure and function of plants, both on the inside and on the outside.

Lecture: 1 full day 10.30 – 3.30 pm

Growing your Five-a-day! – Veg
Vegetable Growing:
This course examines the basics of growing vegetables, from preparing the soil through to harvesting.

Lecture: 1 full day 10.30 – 3.30 pm

Growing your Five-a-day! – Fruit
Fruit Growing:
This course examines the essentials of growing common soft fruits such as raspberries and strawberries, and top fruits such as apples and pears.

Entry Requirements

none specific, just a keen interest in gardening.