Introduction to Gardens and Gardening
Date: Wednesdays from 6th January 2027 to 3rd March 2027 ( 8 sessions, half term Weds 17th Feb - no session)
Time: 10am -2pm (with a break for lunch and tea breaks - refreshments provided, bring your own lunch)
Price: £325
Group size: max. 14 people
Suitability: Beginners, improvers, or those who want to refresh their knowledge
Tutor: Kevin Tooher
Course Overview
Set within our beautiful 12-acre gardens, this theory-based course covers a wide range of horticultural topics alongside practical demonstrations. Sessions are primarily held in our newly renovated Cartshed—a light, airy, and comfortable learning space located right next to our Walled Garden. Each week, you'll venture into the grounds to observe and identify Godinton's diverse plant collection, culminating in a complimentary guided tour of RHS Wisley in the final week (travel not included).
Topics covered:
- Plant names and identification
- Life cycles
- Propagation
- Soil and composts
- Sustainability
- Herbaceous perennials, shrubs and trees
- Pests and diseases
- Garden history and design
- Roses
- Pruning and winter in the garden
- Gardeners' Question Time
- FREE entry and guided tour of RHS Wisley
Tutor
Your tutor, Kevin Tooher, is an experienced RHS teacher, former RHS Trials Judge, and seasoned garden tour leader with a lifelong passion for horticulture. Kevin delivers every session with warm enthusiasm, sharing an incredible depth of knowledge and expertise that will benefit gardeners of all levels.
Ticket options
Date: Wednesdays from 6th January 2027 to 3rd March 2027 ( 8 sessions, half term Weds 17th Feb - no session)
Time: 10am -2pm (with a break for lunch and tea breaks - refreshments provided, bring your own lunch)
Price: £325
Group size: max. 14 people
Suitability: Beginners, improvers, or those who want to refresh their knowledge
Tutor: Kevin Tooher
Course Overview
Set within our beautiful 12-acre gardens, this theory-based course covers a wide range of horticultural topics alongside practical demonstrations. Sessions are primarily held in our newly renovated Cartshed—a light, airy, and comfortable learning space located right next to our Walled Garden. Each week, you'll venture into the grounds to observe and identify Godinton's diverse plant collection, culminating in a complimentary guided tour of RHS Wisley in the final week (travel not included).
Topics covered:
- Plant names and identification
- Life cycles
- Propagation
- Soil and composts
- Sustainability
- Herbaceous perennials, shrubs and trees
- Pests and diseases
- Garden history and design
- Roses
- Pruning and winter in the garden
- Gardeners' Question Time
- FREE entry and guided tour of RHS Wisley
Tutor
Your tutor, Kevin Tooher, is an experienced RHS teacher, former RHS Trials Judge, and seasoned garden tour leader with a lifelong passion for horticulture. Kevin delivers every session with warm enthusiasm, sharing an incredible depth of knowledge and expertise that will benefit gardeners of all levels.