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How to Grow Flowers from Seed
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How to Grow Flowers from Seed
33 lessons | 5 hours
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 seed types and their varying sowing approaches, and be shown practical sowing demonstrations - both under cover and direct sowing.
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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
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Lesson Plan
33 LESSONS / 5 HOURS
Meet Clare
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.
What to consider before you start sowing
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.
Planning which flowers to grow
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.
Planning a cut flower patch from seed
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.
An overview of the sowing and growing process
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.
The kit you'll need
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.
What compost to use
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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