Program Overview

Plant Propagation

Overview

This course will introduce the various methods you can use to increase your plant numbers. We'll discuss the time of year when cuttings should be taken or seeds sown, types of pots required, and suitable compost to use. We'll also cover the environment and care that each type of plant requires after propagation.

Who Should Attend?

This course is open to all. You do not need any previous experience of plant propagation.

Dates

Dates are to be confirmed.

Where You'll Study

Your Faculty

At Writtle College, our courses blending classroom learning with hands-on experience in specialised fields such as sport, agriculture, horticulture, animal studies, equine studies, conservation and floristry.

Our Level 2 and Level 3 programmes are designed to prepare you for your future career or higher education pathways.

Study on our beautiful countryside campus, with dedicated resource centres and state-of-the-art facilities – and be a part of our supportive community.

Where Can I Study?

Writtle Campus

Our picturesque 150-hectare campus is situated in the heart of the Essex countryside.

Fees & Funding

Course Fees

Standard Booking

£105

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course, however you're required to wear suitable outdoor clothing, appropriate for weather conditions, and sturdy footwear (steel toe-capped preferred). You'll also need gardening gloves, bypass secateurs, a pruning or flat bladed knife and note-taking equipment.

By making a booking you are declaring yourself medically fit to participate in the course.