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GardenAdvice gardening day courses.  Becoming a gardener
 
If you are new to gardening it can all seem a little bit complicated at first with all the Latin names and the gardening terminology.
GardenAdvice.co.uk have developed a especially designed short one day course to be able to teach you all the basic skills of gardening to get you started.
The courses are being held locally thought the U.K and cover such basic skills as pruning, correct digging methods, growing your own shrubs and creating the perfect lawn.

 

The course takes place in a garden and involves both practical demonstrations and short talks aimed at giving your an introduction To all the basic skills you will need in the garden. The following areas are covered -

 

Short introduction to the history origins of gardening.

 

Basic gardening techniques such as digging, grass cutting, pruning, planting and watering.

Easy garden maintenance covers methods to make your garden easy to look after. Including weed control.

Basic construction methods covering how to lay a lawn, a small paio and decking.

Pest and diseases how to control them by using organic methods and creating a natural balance in your garden to keep them under control.

Creating special areas in your garden including a organic veg plot, fruit garden, perennial borders and water features.

Planting designs basic design techniques for garden planting to encourage all year round interest.

 

The courses are held in a number of gardens through the U.K in local gardens and are conducted both inside and outside through a number of practical demonstrations and indoor short talks. All course notes and materials are provided.

 

The cost is £79 per person per day including a light lunch.

( cost also includes a £15 plant voucher to spend on plants with GardenAdvice )

 

For Further details of the course in your area please email us at courses@gardenadvice.co.uk

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