Gardening for Pleasure

The practical Gardening for Pleasure evening course is perfect for beginners who want to learn basic gardening skills and for those who want to expand their current knowledge. Through hands-on activities, you will gain the skills and confidence to complete various gardening tasks, which will help you improve your own garden. Topics covered include seasonal garden planning, compost making, soil testing and fertilisation, planting techniques, and plant propagation.

This evening course is suitable for anyone who is keen and enthusiastic to learn about gardening and requires no prior knowledge. Whether you are looking for a career change, a new hobby, or want to spruce up your own garden, this course will equip you with the necessary skills to do so.

After completion of this course, learners can progress onto the Gardening Basics: Horticulture Level 1 course at Shipley College to further their knowledge and skills in practical horticulture.