Seed Propagation

Sat 7 Mar 2009

• Gain an understanding of the principles and practices of seed propagation
• Carry out seed propagation of a range of plant species within containers
• Carry out seed bed preparation and seed sowing outdoors

THe course will cover:
• Advantages and disadvantages of seed propagation
• Seed collection, cleaning and storage
• Seed dormancy, viability, treatments and germination requirements
• Types of containers and seed sowing media
• Preparation of an outdoor seedbed
• Different methods of seed sowing (both broadcast and spaced)

Key Practical Activities:
• Carry out seed bed preparation in the field (i.e. soil)
• Carry out the sowing of seeds (by both space sowing and broadcast methods), in both seed trays and in the soil beds

To book phone our box office on (01726) 811972

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