Sign In Grow together: gentle gardening
Course content
- list at least five autumn gardening tasks and describe one reason why each task supports seasonal garden care.
- demonstrate the safe use of at least three basic gardening hand tools during a tutor-observed practical activity.
- By the final session, learners will be able to prepare one small planter, container or garden area using suitable autumn materials provided during the course.
- select at least three gardening adaptations that support comfort, safety, energy levels or mobility needs.
- produce a simple four-week autumn gardening action plan for a home, balcony, community or shared outdoor space.
About Course
This 12-hour course introduces adults to gentle autumn gardening through accessible, low-impact activities that build confidence, wellbeing and practical seasonal gardening skills. The course is suitable for mixed experience levels and will be delivered as three 3-hour sessions with breaks.
Course content:
- Identify key autumn gardening tasks, including clearing, tidying, planting, mulching and preparing growing spaces for the colder months.
- Practise safe, gentle use of basic gardening hand tools through tutor demonstration and guided practical activities.
- Prepare a small planter, container or garden area using suitable autumn plants, bulbs, compost or seasonal materials.
- Explore simple adaptations for gardening comfortably, including pacing, seated work, raised containers and energy-saving techniques.
- Develop a realistic four-week autumn gardening action plan for a home, balcony, community or shared outdoor space.
What do I need to do this course?
All materials will be provided
What do I need to do this course?
All materials will be provided
Teaching Methods
A combination of classroom based with outdoor practical sessions. The sessions use adult learning principles: clear outcomes, active participation, practical demonstration, guided practice, collaborative learning, independent application and reflection. Each topic should connect to learners’ own gardens, balconies, allotments, community spaces or personal wellbeing goals.
How is your progress checked?
Learners will be asked to complete a personal learning record and weekly feedback during their course.
The tutor will offer regular feedback through informal and formal methods.
Extra study or practice required at home.
No additional study required
What can I do after this course?
If you would like to discuss further learning, employability and personal development opportunities, please let your tutor know or complete this section on your personal learning record and we will be in touch to make an information, advice and guidance appointment.
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