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Learn everything you need to know to be able to grow a vast array of flowers - from annuals to perennials to biennials - from seed. In this course you will discover the huge benefits of growing from seed and understand the process from end-to-end; from the key equipment you will need and the different plant groups to when to sow and germination principles. You will learn about the wide range of...
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Most people spend time creating the home they want indoors; for me, the house does not feel like home until I have put my stamp on the garden.
Clare Foster
33 LESSONs / 5 HOURs
Clare introduces herself and shares the story of how her passion for growing from seed began. She also explores reasons to try growing from seed and outlines what you will learn in the course.
Discover the basics of getting started with seeds, including the different types of plants you can grow from seed, how to choose from the amazing variety on offer, and how to know how many seeds to sow.
Clare explains the different groups of plants you can sow and when sharing her sowing calendar. She also explores her favourite colour themes, and how you can organise your thoughts to help you get started.
You don't need a lot of space to create your own cut flower patch. Clare takes us through how to plan and organise a cut flower bed, and how to choose what to grow in it.
Clare delves into the different methods of sowing, how to ensure seeds are getting what they need to germinate, and what the next steps are to get your seedlings off to the best start.
There are a few key tools and pieces of equipment you might need to invest in to start your sowing journey. Clare introduces the essentials and the nice-to-haves to add to your collection.
The medium you use to sow your seeds in is important to make sure you're getting your seeds off to the best start. Clare shares her tips and experiences and explains the importance of peat-free.
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