Do you have an allotment or garden plot that you are looking to make more productive? This series of six sessions throughout the growing season will introduce you to the essentials of allotment gardening, including preparing your plot, planning what to plant, protecting your crops and keeping them healthy, maintenance through the season and then harvesting and thinking about options for the winter.
You will have the opportunity to see the different productive areas at Rosemoor and discuss what is happening here, as well as consider how to replicate that in your own garden or allotment. There will be plenty of time for discussion and encouragement.
Session 1: 8/2/2025
Productive garden site review, crop planning, ground preparation and February tasks
Session 2: 8/3/2025
Indoor seed sowing techniques, further veg crop planning and March tasks
Session 3: 12/4/2025
Outdoor seed sowing techniques, fruit planning and April tasks
Session 4: 10/5/2025
Plant health and keeping the productive garden at its best.
Session 5: 7/6/2025
Advanced seed sowing and making the most of all of your allotment.
Session 6: 5/7/2025
Keeping your allotment productive through the summer and what to do now to maintain cropping.
Session 7: 13/9/2025
Harvesting and extending the growing season, and preparing for the winter.
Session 8: 11/10/2025
Growing year review and plan setting for next year.
Please bring with you:
- Your booking reference number
- A notebook and pencil to make notes
- Camera (or mobile phone for photos)
Please wear clothes and footwear suitable for the weather on the day as this workshop will include both indoor and outdoor walks and activities. All materials provided.
Tea/coffee and biscuits provided
Tutor: Ian Smith (RHS Advisor)
