Gardening Course: The Cutting Garden
28 February. In this course we will show you how to grow flowers from seed, how to harden them off so they are ready to embrace the change in temperature and give you a fabulous show all summer long.
- Booking essential
- Admission applies
During this course, participants will learn how to cultivate flowers from seed, guiding each plant through the process of hardening off so that they are well-prepared to thrive as temperatures change. This ensures a stunning display of blooms through the summer months. The course will explore options for vase interest from your garden all year round by introducing a variety of plants, including perennials, evergreen shrubs, bulbs, and corms.
Having ample ground space is not a requirement; these techniques can be applied to container gardening, making flower growing accessible to those with limited outdoor areas. By following the methods taught, participants will be able to enjoy an abundance of flowers—enough to fill multiple vases, either for their own home or to share with friends.
Your tutors are Lizzie and Jo. Lizzie, lives and breathes plants and nature. Lizzie has a BSc in Plant Science from the University of Nottingham, followed by 5+ years training in horticulture and gardening on a large traditional countryside estate. She now runs her own gardening maintenance business. Jo's love of gardening came from her father's vegetable growing. Her love and enthusiasm for gardening began when she gained her RHS qualification's and had her first garden. Jo also has a FdSc in Garden design.
The course takes takes place on 18 January. There will be a break for lunch and space to eat a packed lunch, alternatively there is an on-site café. Tea and coffee provided.
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call please email for futher information
- Meeting point
The Heritage and Rural Skills Centre is located in Coleshill village. Follow signs for the visitor car park, from here follow signs to the Timber Store.
- What to bring and wear
All tools and materials included. Wear practical clothes suitable for crafting. Please bring your own refreshments (or the means to purchase these from the on-site café).
- Accessibility
Toilets on site, including accessible toilet. Level access into the teaching space. Some uneven surfaces such as cobbles due to the historic nature of the building. Please contact us if you require an accessible parking space or if you would like to have an informal chat about access before you book.
Upcoming events
Gardening Course: The Kitchen Garden
18th of January learn how to grow your own vegetable patch with the emphasis on convenience.
Make a Silver Ring in a Day with the Bishopsland Educational Trust
31st January: explore the insightful process of making a silver ring which you will design, make and take home.
Make a Valentines Gift in a Day with the Bishopsland Educational Trust
14th February: create a silver Valentine’s gift for someone special, using expert techniques to bring your idea to life.
Gardening Course: Pruning
14 February. In this course we endeavour to demystify pruning, whether its roses, clematis or you beloved shrubs.