Key Facts
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Starting
21 Sep 2026- Location
- Merton
- Start Time
- 16:00
- End Time
- 19:00
- Duration
- 5 Weeks
- Study Mode
- Part Time Evening
- Days
- Monday
- Start Date
- 21 Sep 2026
- Level
- Short Course
- Code
- MHRX160ML
Fees
- 19+ Fee
- Free
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Starting
1 Mar 2027- Location
- Merton
- Start Time
- 16:00
- End Time
- 19:00
- Duration
- 5 Weeks
- Study Mode
- Part Time Evening
- Days
- Monday
- Start Date
- 1 Mar 2027
- Level
- Short Course
- Code
- MHRX161ML
Fees
- 19+ Fee
- Free
Practical Gardening - Getting Started
If you are new to gardening and would like to get started with growing your own flowers, fruit or vegetables, this practical, hands-on course is for you.
It will introduce you to the basic principles and practice of sustainable gardening, which you can adapt to your own space, whether a garden, allotment, patio or even just a windowsill.
Please note that this course will now be starting on Monday 21st September 2026
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Entry Requirements
No previous experience needed. -
Course Content
The course will cover:-
Sustainable growing
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Soil health
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Propagation (seed sowing, cuttings)
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Mulching
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Plant life cycles and basic needs
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Composting
- Working with wildlife
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Progression Next Steps
You can progress on to further practical and theory-based courses at the College, volunteer with local gardening groups. Your tutor will also be able to advise on courses leading to qualifications in horticulture. -
Additional Information
The course will be mostly outdoors, so please dress for the weather.All equipment will be provided, but you may wish to bring your own gardening gloves if you have them.
