The English Garden – September 2019

92 THE ENGLISH GARDEN SEPTEMBER 2019

GardenofMedicinalPlants– ChelseaPhysicGarden Photo:R Alexander

Not sure which Diploma course is for you?

Come along to an information session to see our

location and find out more.

http://www.englishgardeningschool.co.uk

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Tel: 02073524347

Long established as the leader in all design

and gardening tuition and based at the

unique and historic Chelsea Physic Garden

BOOKING NOW Garden Makers Day 14 November

with Sarah Wain & Jim Buckland, Rory Dusoir and Nigel Dunnett

ONE YEAR GOOD GARDENING DIPLOMA
September 2019 – end June 2020
Covers the best in planting design while training in the more serious aspects of horticultural
techniques. Practical sessions held at Arundel Castle under the guidance of head gardener Martin
Duncan and at Sandhill Farm House, Rogate. Lectures by many leading gardening personalities
and regular visits to exclusive private gardens. Students also learn to draw up planting plans.
(1 day a week (Tues), 10.30am–3.15pm, over three terms)

THE ESSENTIAL GARDEN DESIGN DIPLOMA
January – March 2020
Based at the Chelsea Physic Garden and led by Rosemary Alexander and architect Catriona
Rowbotham, the course is an overview of Garden Design, covering all the elements needed to
rethink an average garden. Taking students step by step through site surveying, using the grid,
horizontal and vertical features, garden layouts and planting plans, costing and specification, plus
drawing tuition and homework on design and plant portfolios. Tutors are well respected in the
industry and will guide students on how to succeed in this diverse profession.
(2 days a week (Wed & Thur) 10.30am-3.15pm, plus 2 days homework)

GARDEN DESIGN & CARING FOR YOUR GARDEN
Distance Learning Courses study anytime, anywhere in the world
A stepping stone to a new career. These two correspondence courses are a step by step
guide to either designing your own garden or learning how to plant and maintain an existing
garden: drawing up plans, hard landscaping, site analysis, planting, month by month tasks etc.
Taught through a comprehensive course book, with projects submitted by post.
1-3 years to complete and individual assessment.

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