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Introduction to Horticulture

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This is a short course and an ideal starting point for the complete beginner!

Only £105 – Book below and begin studying within 2 hours!

If you are considering a career in gardening or horticulture but don’t feel ready for one of the RHS examination courses, this is a good starting point. The course is also a good option for keen amateurs who would simply like to know more about gardening. It provides a gentle introduction to the key principles, with lots of practical ideas that you will be able to use day-to-day in the garden, and is also an excellent foundation for further study.

This 6 module leads to the award of an Edinburgh Garden School Level 1 Certificate in Horticulture and includes about 48 hours of study. Students have up to 12 months to complete this course, allowing them to work through the modules at their own pace.

Study topics covered include: principles of horticulture; plant propagation; soils and soil cultivation; pests and diseases; and lawn care. Includes all course material, supplementary reading, and full tutorial support from an expert gardener.

All of our courses are delivered online, so you can get started straight away. Once you enrol course material is delivered directly to your in-box within 2 hours* and you can then save it to your computer or print it off.

(*If ordered between the hours of 5am and 9pm GMT each day. At other times we will send your course material through as soon as we get back into the office.)

Qualification

Introduction to Horticulture Certificate

Course Outline

Module 1 – Understanding your Garden: soil type; local conditions; planning your site; caring for garden tools, redesigning your garden.

Module 2 – Introduction to Garden Design: colour, shape and structure; planning garden borders; hard landscaping; assessing your needs; lawn care.

Module 3 – Propagation: growing from seed; seed saving; successful cuttings; growing on.

Module 4 – Soils and Cultivation: understanding your soil; improving your soil; fertilisers and manures; digging techniques.

Module 5 – Growing Your Own Food: planning your vegetable patch; vegetable crops; growing soft fruit successfully; tree fruits; protected growing.

Module 6 – Weeds, Pests and Diseases: weed management; identifying and managing pests and diseases; using pesticides safely; how and when to use biological controls; alternative methods of control.

Book now and begin studying within 2 hours!

Only £105

The first batch of course material will be delivered within 2 hours* and you can then begin working through the material, print it off or save it to your computer.

(*7 days a week, between the hours of 5am and 9pm uk time only; at other times we’ll send through your material as soon as we get back to our desks!)

Or Enrol by Instalments!

Four monthly payments of just £31.25 (Total cost: £125 – there is a £20 admin fee for this option.)

Organic Gardening

admin — Sun, 14 Aug 2011 08:22:51 +0000

A comprehensive introduction to organic gardening.

Only £105 – Book below and begin studying within 2 hours!

Learn how to apply organic principles in your garden and greenhouse…

This 6-module online course explores principles of organic gardening in depth, and considers how these ideas can be applied in practice. Includes all course materials, supplementary reading and full tutorial support.

Students have up to two years to complete this course, allowing them to work through the modules at their own pace.

Study topics include: history of the organic movement; organic gardening and the environment; soil cultivation and management; organic cultivation of fruit and vegetable crops; the herb garden; an organic diet; accreditation of organic crops; greenhouse gardening; controlling pests and diseases; weed control; conservation and the gardener; encouraging wildlife; the garden pond; planning your organic garden.

This is an involving home study course for students who would like to know more about organic gardening and apply organic principles in their own garden, greenhouse or allotment.

Qualification

Edinburgh Garden School Certificate in Organic Gardening

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction. History of the organic movement. Organic gardening and the environment. Health benefits.

Module 2: Composition of soil. Deficiency symptoms. Soil conditioning. Organic matter. Humus. Soil organisms. Organic manures. Digging methods.

Module 3: Organic cultivation of fruit and vegetable crops. Propagation, seed/seedling sources, pruning, maintenance, harvesting. Selecting and cultivating herb species. Greenhouse gardening.

Module 4: Pests and diseases 1: Biological control, crop rotation, companion planting, protecting fruit and vegetables.

Module 5: Conservation and the gardener. Encouraging wildlife. The garden pond – maintenance, care, stocking.

Module 6: Bringing it all together. Planning your organic garden. Your maintenance plan. Accreditation. Suppliers

Book now and start your course within 2 hours!

Only £105

Order your course now and begin studying immediately.

The first batch of course material will be delivered within 2 hours* and you can then begin working through the material, print it off or save it to your computer.

(*7 days a week, between the hours of 5am and 9pm uk time only; at other times we’ll send through your material as soon as we get back to our desks!)

Or Pay by Instalments!

4 monthly instalments of £31.25 (Total cost £125. There is a £20 admin fee for the instalment option.)

Wildlife Gardening

admin — Sun, 14 Aug 2011 08:16:07 +0000

An in-depth guide to wildlife gardening, including expert tuition.

Only £105 – Enrol below and begin studying within 2 hours!

Turn your garden into a wildlife haven with our comprehensive course… !

This 6-module course is for the keen wildlife gardener who would like to learn how to plan and maintain a garden that is a haven for wildlife. Includes all required study material, supplementary reading and full tutorial support. The course is packed with practical tips and ideas. It includes advice from wildlife experts and botanists as well as successful wildlife gardeners. In addition the course explores the latest research in this field.

Subjects covered include: Creating a balanced and abundant wildlife garden; creating a healthy soil; the role of hard landscaping; key design elements; choosing the right plants for your wildlife garden; a complete planting plan; understanding planting elements; borders and beds; creating a wetland area; populating your pond; attracting new species into your garden; supplementary food sources for wildlife; effective assessment of a site; wildlife potential; understanding the hedgerow habitat; selecting the right species; hedgerows as wildlife highways.

A detailed practical guide for gardeners wishing to create a wildlife-friendly garden, including suggestions for wildlife homes, food and water sources, and creating a balanced ecosystem that is good for both wildlife and people!

Qualification

Edinburgh Garden School Certificate in Wildlife Gardening

Course Outline

Module 1: Why a Wildlife Garden? Explore the importance of wildlife gardening.

Module 2: Ecology in the Wildlife Garden. Creating a balanced ecosystem. Garden ecology. Understanding wild populations.

Module 3: More on Wildlife Garden Design. A full plan of your wildlife garden.

Module 4: The Wetland Habitat: The Wildlife pond. Boggy and marshy areas.

Module 5: The Woodland-Edge Habitat. Planting plan; selecting the right species; exploring natural woodlands. Shrub border. Hedgerows.

Module 6: Grassland and Biodiversity. Natural lawns and wild flower meadows.

Book now and begin studying within 2 hours!

Only £105!

The first batch of course material will be delivered within 2 hours* and you can then get started as soon as you are ready!

(*7 days a week, between the hours of 5am and 9pm uk time only; at other times we’ll send through your material as soon as we get back to our desks!)

Or pay by Instalments!

4 Monthly Payments of £31.25 (Total cost £125, there is an admin fee of £20 with the instalment option.)

RHS Level 2 Principles of Garden Planning

admin — Sun, 14 Aug 2011 08:10:22 +0000

An ideal foundation certificate for students considering a career in garden design or garden maintenance.

Only £105 – book below and begin studying within 2 hours!

This 6-module online home study course provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles of garden planning, establishment and maintenance. It is an ideal starting point for students considering a career in Garden Design or Garden Maintenance.

This is also an excellent choice for the keen amateur gardener who would like to learn more about garden planning and maintenance, fruit and vegetable growing and protected growing.

RHS qualifications are widely regarded throughout the industry and a great starting point for students considering a career change. They are also an excellent fondation for higher level study.

The course includes all required study material, supplementary reading and full tutorial support. At the end of the course you will be ready to sit the RHS Certificate in Principles of Garden Planning, Establishment and Maintenance, which you can do at an authorised examination centre in your area. (There is an additional fee for the examination.) You will be assigned a personal tutor when you first enrol on the course who will support you throughout course, and help you prepare for the exam.

Qualification

RHS Level 2 Principles of Garden Planning, Establishment and Maintenance

Course Outline

Module 1 – Garden Planning

Module 2 – Selecting the Right Plants

Module 3 – Establishing and Maintaining the Lawn

Module 4 – Plant Establishment and Maintenance

Module 5 – Growing Fruit and Vegetables

Module 6 – Protected Growing and Plant Cultivation

Download a copy of the full syllabus.

Book now and begin studying within 2 hours!

Only £105

The first batch of course material will be delivered within 2 hours* and you can then begin working through the material, print it off or save it to your computer.

(*7 days a week, between the hours of 5am and 9pm uk time only; at other times we’ll send your material through as soon as we get back to our desks!)

Or Pay by Instalments!

4 instalments of £31.25 each (Total £125, here is a £20 admin fee when paying by instalments.)

RHS Level 2 Principles of Plant Growth

admin — Sun, 14 Aug 2011 07:58:06 +0000

An ideal foundation for students wishing to specialise in plant growth or propagation.

This 6-module home study course provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles of plant growth, propagation and development. It is an ideal starting point for students considering a career in plant growing (for example, nursery growing) or propagation. This is also an excellent choice for the keen amateur gardener who would like to learn more about plant health and propagation, or develop their ability to manage weeds, pests and diseases.

Our course includes all required study material, extensive supplementary reading and full tutorial support. At the end of the course you will be ready to sit the RHS Certificate in Principles of Plant Growth, Propagation and Development, which you can do at an authorised examination centre in your area. (There is an additional fee for the examination.) You will be assigned a personal tutor when you first enrol on the course who will support you throughout course, and help you prepare for the exam.

A strong starting point for students interested in nursery growing, plant propagation or managing weeds, pests and diseases effectively. This is also a popular choice among amateur gardeners.

Qualification

RHS Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Plant Growth, Propagation and Development.

Course Outline

Module One – Understanding the Plant Kingdom

Module Two – How Plants Function

Module Three – Managing the Soil: the Root Environment

Module Four – Plant Nutrition

Module Five – Weeds, Pests and Diseases

Module Six – Plant Propagation

Download a copy of the full syllabus.

Book Now and Begin Studying Within 2 Hours!

Only £105!

The first batch of course material will be delivered within 2 hours* and you can then begin working through the material, print it off or save it to your computer.

(*7 days a week, between the hours of 5am and 9pm uk time only; at other times we’ll send your material through as soon as we get back to our desks!)

RHS Level 2 Principles of Horticulture

admin — Sun, 14 Aug 2011 07:55:44 +0000

This is a 12 module online course, combining both of the short Level 2 RHS qualifications:

RHS Level 2 Principles of Garden Planning, Establishment and Maintenance

RHS Level 2 Principles of Plant Growth, Propagation and Development

Students who complete both courses are awarded an RHS Level 2 Principles of Horticulture certificate. EGS students also receive a certificate of course completion.

For a full copy of the syllabus click here.

Qualification

RHS Level 2 Principles of Horticulture

Book Now and Begin Studying Within 2 Hours!

The first batch of course material will be delivered within 2 hours* and you can then begin working through the material, print it off or save it to your computer.

Only £165

(*7 days a week, between the hours of 5am and 9pm uk time only; at other times we’ll send your material through as soon as we get back to our desks!)

Or Pay by Instalments!

4 instalments of £46.25 each (Total cost £185, there is a £20 admin fee for the instament option.)

RHS Level 2 and Level 3 Combined

admin — Sat, 13 Aug 2011 18:23:10 +0000

This package combines the RHS Level 2 Principles of Horticulture and both RHS Level 3 qualifications.

Only £395 – book below and get started within 2 hours.

RHS Level 2 Principles of Horticulture

RHS Level 3 in Principles of Plant Growth, Health and Applied Propagation

RHS Level 3 in Principles of Garden Planning, Construction and Maintenance

Includes all study material, supplementary reading, and full tutorial support. Exam revision support is included in all of our exam courses, and includes past exam papers and tutor support right up to the exam.

Book Now and Begin Studying within 2 hours!

Only £395

The first batch of course material will be delivered within 2 hours* and you can then begin working through the material, print it off or save it to your computer.

(*7 days a week, between the hours of 5am and 9pm uk time only; at other times we’ll send through your material as soon as we get back to our desks!)

Or Pay by Instalments!

4 monthly instalments of £103.75 each. (Total £415. There is a £20 admin fee for the instalment option.)

RHS Level 3 Combined Course

admin — Wed, 15 Sep 2010 13:16:31 +0000

This comprehensive online package combines both of the RHS Level 3 Principles of Horticulture courses

Only £290 – book now and begin studying within 2 hours!

RHS Level 3 in Principles of Plant Growth, Health and Applied Propagation

RHS Level 3 in Principles of Garden Planning, Construction and Maintenance

Book Now and Begin Studying within 2 hours!

Only £290

The first batch of course material will be delivered within 2 hours* and you can then begin working through the material, print it off or save it to your computer.

(*7 days a week, between the hours of 5am and 9pm uk time only; at other times we’ll send through your material as soon as we get back to our desks!)

Or Pay by Instalments!

4 monthly instalments of £77.50(Total £310, there is a £20 admin fee for the instalment option)

RHS Level 3 Principles of Plant Growth

admin — Wed, 15 Sep 2010 13:15:56 +0000

This advanced, 8 module online course prepares students to sit the RHS Level 3 Certificate in Principles of Plant Growth, Health and Applied Propagation.

Only £165 – book below and get started within 2 hours!

The course is ideal for those wishing to pursue a career in professional horticulture, as well as those already working in this field. It also offers a good foundation for higher level study. Keen amateurs will also find this a rewarding and informative course.

The course includes full study material, supplementary study notes, and full tutorial support right up to the exam.

We recommend that students have some previous training or experience, either an RHS Level 2 Certificate or a similar qualification, before embarking on the Level 3 course. This qualification provides a natural progression from the equivelant level 2 qualification.

At the end of the course you will be ready to sit the RHS Level 3 Certificate in Plant Growth, Health and Applied Propagation, which you can do at an authorised examination centre in your area. (There is an additional fee for the examinations.) Your tutor will provide personal support and advice to help you complete your assignments and prepare effectively for the exam.

Click here to download a copy of the full syllabus.

A well-regarded advanced qualification, ideal for students wishing to progress their career as well as those wishing to go on to further study. This is also a popular choice among keen amateur gardeners.

Qualification

RHS Level 3 Certificate in Principles of Plant Growth, Health and Applied Propagation.

Course Outline

Study topics covered include: plant propagation; health and safety; growing media and plant nutrition; plant anatomy and physiology; plant health; important pests, diseases and disorders; soil science; effective cultivation techniques; the root environment; plant taxonomy.

Module 1: Understanding the Plant Kingdom.
Module 2: How Plants Function.
Module 3: Soil Management.
Module 4: Plant Nutrition.
Module 5: Pests, Diseases and Disorders.
Module 6: Health and Safety When Using Pesticides.
Module 7: Plant Propagation 1.
Module 8: Plant Propagation 2.

Book now and begin studying within 2 hours!

Only £165

The first batch of course material will be delivered within 2 hours* and you can then begin working through the material, print it off or save it to your computer.

(*7 days a week, between the hours of 5am and 9pm uk time only; at other times we’ll send your material through as soon as we get back to our desks!)

Or Pay by Instalments!

4 monthly instalments of Only £46.25 each (Total £185, there is a £20 admin fee for paying by instalments.)

RHS Level 3 Principles of Garden Planning

admin — Wed, 15 Sep 2010 13:15:24 +0000

This is an advanced online course preparing students to sit the RHS Advanced Level 3 Certificate in the Principles of Garden Planning, Construction and Planting.

Only £165 – book below to begin studying within 2 hours!

The course includes all required study material, supplementary reading and full tutorial support (including revision support right up to the exam).

The course is ideal for those wishing to pursue a career in professional horticulture, as well as those already working in this field. It provides a good foundation for higher level study. Keen amateurs will also find this a rewarding and informative course. We recommend that students have some previous training or experience, either an RHS Level 2 Certificate or a similar qualification, before starting this course.

This qualification provides a natural progression from the equivelant level 2 qualification. At the end of the course you will be ready to sit the RHS Level 3 Certificate in Garden Planning, Construction and Planting, which you can do at an authorised examination centre in your area. (There is an additional fee for the examinations.)

Your tutor will provide personal support and advice to help you complete your assignments and prepare effectively for the exam. Download a copy of the full syllabus.

Qualification

RHS Advanced Level 3 Certificate in the Principles of Garden Planning, Construction and Planting.

Course Outline

Study topics covered include: garden survey techniques; design principles; selecting and understanding landscaping elements; setting out and construction of landscaping elements; specialist design elements; urban planning.

Module 1: An Introduction to Garden Design and Site Assessment.
Module 2: The History of Garden Design.
Module 3: Hard Landscaping and Garden Structure.
Module 4: The Role of Soft Landscaping.
Module 5: Practical Foundations of Design.
Module 6: Hard Landscaping Construction.
Module 7: Designing Specialist Elements.
Module 8: Urban Gardening.

Book now and begin studying within 2 hours!

Only £165

The first batch of course material will be delivered within 2 hours* and you can then begin working through the material, print it off or save it to your computer.

(*7 days a week, between the hours of 5am and 9pm uk time only; at other times we’ll send your material through as soon as we get back to our desks!)

Or Pay by Instalments!

4 monthly instalments of ony £46.25 each. (Total £185, there is a £20 admin fee for the instalment option.)