Are you keen to do the right thing in your garden but not sure what to do when? Join Olive for this series of seasonal standalone workshops, designed to help you understand the gardening tasks that should be carried out throughout the year to keep your garden healthy, productive and looking its best.
Start the gardening year on the right foot by preparing for the growing season ahead.
In January and February, we'll focus on ground preparation, seed selection and early sowing under cover to help set your garden up for success.
The workshop will include an illustrated talk, practical activities in the greenhouse, and a guided tour of the garden to explore seasonal interest and identify plants.
Please note: There will be contact with compost, so covering cuts and scratches is advised.
Tutor: Olive Green
Olive has been teaching Horticulture, specialising in practical gardening, for 37 years and has been lecturing in horticulture at further education level for 26 years. She has also taught for the RHS at Harlow Carr Gardens for the past 10 years. Now semi-retired, she is an active community member supporting a variety of projects.
Location: Bramall Learning Centre
Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of the workshop to allow time to register your arrival at the Main Entrance and make your way to the classroom.
Catering:
- Tea and coffee will be available throughout.
- Drinking water is available, and we suggest the use of a reusable water bottle.
- You are welcome to bring your own lunch or purchase food and drinks from RHS Harrogate Arms or Bettys. Both are just a short walk away, but can be busy at lunchtime, so you may wish to purchase food before the course begins. Full details can be found here.
For this workshop you will need:
- Your booking reference
- A pen/pencil and notebook for notes
- The course will include time outdoors in the greenhouse and gardens, so please wear clothing and footwear suitable for the weather conditions on the day.
- Gardening gloves (optional)
- All tools and materials will be provided
Skill Level: Beginner – I am eager to try growing, keen to learn, and to develop my experience and confidence.
