Course Description:
Gardening is a great way to help keep you physically and mentally fit.
This course is intended for beginners and gardeners who have some experience in the garden and want to expand their knowledge.
The objective of this course is to introduce participants to the world of gardening and learn how to complete tasks which are the basic foundations for success.
The classes will be mostly classroom based. We will undertake some workshop type classes to introduce such skills as seed sowing, taking cuttings, dividing and layering, potting etc.
By the end of the course, participants will have a strong understanding of what makes a good gardener!
Topics include:
| Class 1 | How does your garden grow: Aspect, soil, drainage, shelter, seasonal interest |
| Class 2 | Right plant right place: Plant ranges and their uses |
| Class 3 | Plant propagation: Sowing seed & taking cuttings |
| Class 4 | Caring for gardens: Nutrition, composting, irrigation, pruning |
| Class 5 | Plant propagation: Division & layering and Grafting |
| Class 6 | Problems: Pests, diseases & disorders |
| Class 7 | Specials: Ponds, containers, raised beds & greenhouses |
| Class 8 | Putting it all together: A look at some great examples |
Course Day & Time: Tuesday evening 7.30 -9.30 pm
Start Date: 02/02/27 (Spring Term 2027)
Cost: €110
Course Format: In class with tutor
Duration: 8 weeks - Maximum of 12 students in class
Enrolment: Opens early December 2026. You can enrol online then by clicking on the Enrol here Easy Payments Plus button.
Tutor: Christopher Heavey
| College | Malahide Community School Adult Education |
| Course ID | 178939 |
| Course Location | Malahide, Dublin |
| Location Postcode | Co. Dublin |
| Course Type | Classroom Based |
| Course Start Date | 2nd February 2027 |
| Course End Date | 27th April 2027 |
| Course Duration | weeks |
| Course Time | Tuesday Evening 7.30 - 9.30 pm |
| Course Fee | €90 |
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