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Grow your Own – From Seed
There is nothing like growing your own plants. It really is a little bit of magic that will allow you to grow for your self and family or friends or larger conservation projects. Learn about indigenous plant propagation in a functioning nursery. Growing plants from seed is highly rewarding and enjoyable. You will experience the wonder of giving life to new plants, gain some personal well-being benefits and have a cheap source of plants to create habitat gardens!
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This workshop is for anyone wanting an introduction into indigenous plant propagation by seed
- Land owners
- People interested in backyard horticulture
- Friends groups
- Conservation students
- Landcare members
- School Teachers
The course will cover:
Knowledge
- Sourcing propagation material
- The stages of growing
- Propagation techniques for seed sowing
- Record keeping for success
- Propagation hygiene
- Safety issues
Skills & Experiences
- Tour of a nursery
- Appropriate seed treatment and when to use it
- Seed sowing techniques – numerous seed types
- Pricking out seedlings – two techniques
- Labeling & record keeping
Delivery Mode
- Face to face delivery in our classroom & indigenous nursery Conservation Collective
- 52 Westernport Hwy, Somerville, 3912
What do I need to bring?
- Lunch & water – morning tea provided
- Mobile Phone
- Closed in shoes
What will I take home?
- Access to workshop member portal
- Workshop resources (via portal)
- Online Forum (via portal)
- Mini Propagation Kit & 3 packets of seeds
What will I learn?
- The basic needs of several different species of indigenous plants grown by seed
- Timing and seasons for best germination
- Media and seed needs
- Where to set up for successful propagation at home
What’s the investment?
- 9am-3pm workshop is $150 a ticket
- Class sizes are capped at 16 people to ensure quality learning & engagement
Learning doesn’t stop when our workshops stop. We have created a Workshop Members Portal that will give all workshop participants access to the resources we refer to, including weblinks and files. You can come back at any time and refresh your knowledge or take a deep dive into the content
We have also made a Workshop Forum available within the portal so you can stay connected after the workshop. The forum aims to create a community of learning and support through providing a platform where you can:
- engage in workshop topic discussions
- ask questions & gain advice
- post about your workshop project
- connect with like minded people
This course is available:
Saturday 1st February
Please select preferred date in checkout
Trainer Profile
Sarah has been working in the conservation industry for over two decades and has gained a broad range of skills, knowledge, and experience. She has held roles as a Ranger, Environment Officer, Consultant, Bushland Contractor, and Indigenous Nursery Manager. Sarah has extensive knowledge of indigenous plants, their propagation, and their use in restoring degraded landscapes. As a consultant, she used her diplomas in Conservation & Land Management and Organic Agriculture to help farmers plan and implement Conservation Farm Plans.
Sarah is passionate about sharing her knowledge and helping others benefit from habitat restoration. When she’s not training, Sarah works for Conservation Collective Indigenous Plant Nursery.
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