RHS Practical Horticulture Certificate Level 2

The RHS qualifications are highly respected both within the horticultural industry and in the academic world. This course provides a broad grounding in horticulture with a wide range of theoretical knowledge. It is delivered at our campus within Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Edgbaston.You will learn a wide range of technical skills, working with specialised and highly experienced staff.
Subject covered include;
Core units
• Soil testing
• Sowing seeds and vegetative propagation techniques
• Practical skills in ground preparation for seeding and planting
• Practical skills in establishing seeds and plants in soil
• Care and pruning of plants
• Identification of a range of common garden plants, weeds, pests, diseases and disorders and beneficial organisms
Optional units
• Sustainable garden practice or
• Safe operation of powered garden machinery