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Module 1: Gardening Basics
Summary: In this chapter you will learn the basics of gardening, from planning to maintenance, which will enable you to evaluate, plan, purchase, plant and maintain a garden to suit the natural environment and garden characteristics. Soil type, soil evaluation & soil improvement: learn about the different types of natural soil and additional plant mixers which can be used to stimulate plant growth. Garden planning & preparation: Understand the importance of initial planning o...
Lessons
- Module 1: Gardening Basics
- Module 2 : Garden Design Process
- Module 3 : Garden Design Styles
- Module 4 : Survey, Site Appraisal & Measuring Techniques
- Module 5 : Planning Your Projects
- Module 6 : Proportion Illusions & Effective Use of Space
- Module 7 : Drawing a Plan & Graphics skills
- Module 8 : Surface & Materials / Hard Landscaping
- Module 9 : Secrets of Great Soil
- Module 10 : Plant Selection & Care
- Module 11 : Plant Knowledge
- Module 12 : Low Maintenance Gardens/Planting
- Module 13 : Sustainability
- Module 14 : Garden Maintenance
- Module 15 : Equipment
- Module 16 : Pest Control
- Module 17 : Solutions to Difficult Gardens
- Module 18 : Vegetable and Herb Gardens
- Module 19 : Running your own Gardening Business
- Module 20: Marketing and Social Media
- Module 21: Health and Safety
- Module 22: Insurance, Tax, and Record Keeping
- Module 23: How to build raised flower beds
- Module 24: How to lay a patio
- Module 25: Decking
- Module 26: How to Put Up Garden Fencing
- Module 27: How to turf a garden / lay a lawn
- Module 28: Sustainable Lawns
- Module 29: How to Build a Garden Pond
