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one-day
course
organic vegetable growing |
The course is aimed at people who are interested in starting to grow
their own vegetable and salad crops. It aims to provide the theoretical
background as well as the necessary practical skills for course
participants to get started on their own plots. We will look at tools and
tool safety, soil types, prerequisites for optimum plant health and the
management of pests and diseases.
- tools and tool safety
- soil types
- plant nutrients
- rotation
- choosing and storing seeds
- timing and spacing
- direct sowing
- raising plants in containers
- watering
- mulching
- weed control
- composting
- general cleanliness
- pests - slugs, aphids, caterpillars, carrot fly, cabbage root fly
- diseases - clubroot, mildews, blight, damping off, grey mould
The course will include a tour of our growing areas and practical tasks in
sowing and transplanting and other seasonal jobs.
Please wear suitable clothing for the practical session. Sturdy footwear
such as boots or wellies are recommended as well as protection
from the weather, i.e. sun protection or waterproofs. Gardening gloves
will be provided.
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| arrive: |
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9.30 for tea / coffee / introductions |
| depart: |
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after
the course finishes at 4pm |
| directions: |
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click
here for
directions to Pen y Bonc |
| what
to bring: |
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work
clothes;
pen and notebook |
| let
us know: |
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if
you have any special needs |
price: |
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£48
Refundable up to two weeks prior to course (minus £20
admin fee)
No refunds for cancellations within two weeks of course |
| lunch: |
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provided |
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