The Science of Gardens

Join Nathalie Puget for a deep dive into the science of gardens and learn the philosophy of 'right plant, right place' for your own environment.

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  • Start Date: 01 Mar 2027
    End Date: 08 Mar 2027
    Mon (Daytime): 10:30 - 12:30
    Online
    Location: Online
    Duration: 2 sessions (over 2 weeks)
    Course Code: HS356
    Tutors:  Nathalie Puget
    Full fee £49.00 Senior fee £39.00 Concession £32.00
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Full fee £49.00 Senior fee £39.00 Concession £32.00

What is the course about?

Learn how to select the right plants for your garden, whatever the conditions. Understand the science behind the Right Plant, Right Place philosophy to successfully select the plants which will do best in the unique environment of your garden.

What will we cover?

  • The concept of Right Plant, Right Place
  • Photosynthesis & working with the seasons
  • Selecting the right plants for your individual environment

What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...

  • Evaluate and explain the concept of 'right plant, right place'
  • Be able to identify and select appropriate plants for your own environment
  • Understand the science of plant growth

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

The lecture will be aimed at a general audience with no specific background knowledge. As with all our courses, an open mind, and a willingness to engage constructively with the subject are the only requirements.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

The lecture will include a PowerPoint presentation with plenty of opportunity for Q&A.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

No other costs. You might want a notepad and pen to write with if you would like to take notes.

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Please see the science and nature area of our website (currently under Humanities).

Nathalie Puget
We’re sorry. We don’t have a bio ready for the tutor of this class at the moment, but we’re working on it! Watch this space.

Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.