The aim of the course is to give new and novice gardeners a basic grounding in growing vegetables. Organic techniques will be taught and used throughout. At the end of the course the participants should be confident and skilful enough to grow a selection of vegetables on their own plot.
The course will be run by Bath Organic Group using experienced organic gardeners as teachers. The course will consist of 3 theory lessons on a Wednesday evening followed by 3 practical sessions on the Bath Organic Group Community Garden the following Saturday. Course participants will be welcome to stay on after the lessons to volunteer in the garden.
The price will be £6 per session or £30 for all six.
Course numbers are limited. You can book your place on the course by phoning Tim Baines on 01225 312116 or
emailing
him or you can book online at www.eco-logicbooks.com go to the ‘courses and events’ section
Course Dates
Wednesday
10TH March
7pm - 9 pm
Saturday
13TH March
10am - 12am
Wednesday
24TH March
7pm - 9 pm
Saturday
27TH March
10am - 12am
Wednesday
7TH April
7pm - 9 pm
Saturday
10TH April
10am - 12am
Course Content
Wednesday 10th March
Why organic?
Planning your plot
Resources available
Books and information
Soil types and Soil Preparation
What can I grow easily
Saturday 13th March
Tools
Soil Preparation (Practical)
Seed Sowing in Containers
Wednesday 24th March
What grows where
Seeds and planting
Timings - when to plant what
Rotations
Composting
Saturday 27th March
Seed Sowing in prepared ground
Practical Composting
Wednesday 7th April
Looking after your crop
Mulching and Hoeing
Keeping fertility in your soil
Harvesting
Next steps
Saturday 10th April
Plant maintenance
Weeding
Plant Division
Question and Answer session