What You Will Study
This study programme will cover a range of the topics and units at each level, some of which are listed below:
- How to Prepare Soil and Mulching
- Planting
- Designing Gardens
- Effective Watering
- Soil PH and Structure
- Planting Hanging Baskets and Containers
- Creating Displays from Bulbs
- Caring for Planted Areas
- Making New Plants from Seeds and Cuttings
- Growing Fruit and Vegetables
- Supporting Plants Effectively
- Painting and Preserving Wooden Structures
- Potting Up and Growing on Plants
- Identify Plants and Weeds
- Cutting Grass Safely
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How You Will Be Assessed
Theory assessment will be short-answer questions and there will be observed practical assessments.
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Entry Requirements
3 GCSE's at Grade 9-1.
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Further Study
On successful completion and with the required English and Maths grades you can progress through the levels.