RHS Level 2 Principles Emma Reece Emma Reecechichester

RHS Level 2 Principles Emma Reece Emma. Reece@chichester. ac. uk

Welcome!

Term dates • • • Autumn Term 2020 Thursday 17 th September – Thursday 17 th December Spring Term 2021 Thursday 7 th January - Thursday 1 st April Summer Term 2021 Thursday 22 nd April – Thursday 17 th June • It is really important for you to attend college every week.

The Syllabus This qualification consists of 2 certificates. 1. The Principles of Plant Growth, Propagation and Development 2. The Principles of Garden Planning, Establishment and Maintenance

The Principles of Plant Growth, Propagation and Development • This theory-based qualification explains the scientific principles which underpin horticultural practices providing a route to employment in horticulture and a foundation for further learning • You will learn about the classification and naming of plants, proper management of soil, maintaining plant health and plant propagation • Examination date: Monday 8 th February 2021

The Principles of Plant Growth, Propagation and Development • Please find last years syllabus here • https: //www. rhs. org. uk/educationlearning/pdf/qualifications/Level-2/q-qaoqualification-specification-level-2 -popg. pdf • The new criteria should be available online from September 2021.

The Principles of Garden Planning, Establishment and Maintenance • Master basic surveying and design principles. Learn how to choose the right ornamental and edible plants and how to use greenhouses, polytunnels and other protected environments • Exam date: Tuesday 22 nd June 2021

The Principles of Garden Planning, Establishment and Maintenance • Please find last years syllabus here • https: //www. rhs. org. uk/educationlearning/pdf/qualifications/Level-2/q-qaoqualification-specification-level-2 -pogp. pdf • The new criteria should be available by September

Format • Please note this qualification is theory –based and assessed by examinations. • Additional support will be available in college if required. • At least 8 hours home study will be required in addition to time spent in college. • Your holidays will be spent revising for examinations. • This is a big commitment

The Fun Stuff • • Networking Visiting speakers Garden visits Work experience in local gardens/nurseries • Job/traineeship /volunteering opportunities • Seed/plant swaps • Cake is a regular feature

Recommended Reading • Principles of Horticulture-Adams & Early • RHS Botany/Latin for Gardeners Anything by: Christopher Lloyd, Dan Pearson, Helen Yemm, Roy Lancaster, Anna Pavord, Piet Oudolf, Rosemary Verey, Val Bourne, Beth Chatto, Joy Larkcom, Charles Dowding I will recommend more specific titles as we go along.

Go and visit as many Gardens/Nurseries as you can • Wakehurst Place • https: //www. kew. org/ wakehurst

Sussex Prairies https: //www. sussexprairies. co. uk

Architectural Plants Nursery http: //architecturalplants. com

West Dean Gardens https: //www. westdean. org. uk/gardens/about

Nymans https: //www. nationaltrust. org. uk/nymans

Parham House https: //www. parhaminsussex. co. uk

Further information Exact details regarding course delivery will be given to you nearer the start of term. https: //www. rhs. org. uk/e ducationlearning/qualificationsand-training/rhsqualifications/level-2

Preparation Please research one plant you are currently interested in. What is its Latin name? What family does it belong to? What are its specific characteristics? Image-Verbena officinalis ‘Bampton’