Beginners | Growing Course

Raised Beds through the Growing Year | Saturday 27th February

£82.00
Description

Date: Saturday 27th February
Time: 10am - 4pm
Location: GROW HQ, Waterford
Tutor: Mick Kelly

Get Started with Raised Beds is the perfect next step for new growers looking to build on the basics and grow more food in a smaller space.

Drawing on years of hands-on growing experience, Mick Kelly will guide you through the essentials of successful raised bed gardening, from choosing the right location, size and materials to building, filling and preparing your bed for its first season. You'll learn how to layer soil and compost, plan your first crops and get watering right for healthy, productive plants.

This practical course will give you the confidence to create a raised bed that works for your space and sets you up for a successful growing season.

This is the first course in our four-part Raised Beds series. Book individually or save when you bundle all four courses and follow your raised beds through the seasons.

What You'll Learn & Experience

  • Siting and sizing a raised bed
  • Comparing materials and basic construction
  • Filling and layering soil and compost
  • Planning a first season of crops
  • Watering considerations specific to raised beds

What to Expect on the Day

Please arrive on time to settle in, meet your fellow participants and get ready for a full day of learning. You’ll head outdoors into the GROW HQ garden for hands-on learning led by Mick.

What's Included

Enjoy tea or coffee on arrival before a full day of learning, with demonstrations, and hands-on growing. You’ll also enjoy light refreshments, a delicious homemade lunch at GROW HQ, and a copy of Mick’s book, GROW COOK EAT, to take home.
You'll Learn

Siting and sizing a raised bed
Comparing materials and basic construction
Filling and layering soil and compost
Planning a first season of crops
Watering considerations specific to raised beds
About Your Tutor

Mick founded GIY in 2008 after a chance encounter with a bulb of Chinese garlic sparked a growing passion for homegrown food. Since then, he’s become a leading voice in food growing, inspiring people to reconnect with what they eat and to grow their own, from beginners to seasoned GIYers. As a grower, author and TV presenter, Mick brings a wealth of practical knowledge and infectious enthusiasm for helping people grow good food and build a more sustainable future.
About GROW HQ

Opened in 2016, GROW HQ is the multi-award winning home of GIY. It includes a 50-seat plot-to-plate cafe, organic urban farm and shop, and education centre for growing and cooking. Conveniently located on the Dunmore Road opposite Ardkeen.
Important Information

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Cancellation Policy:
We operate a 14 day cancellation policy. If you cancel your booking at least 14 days prior to the event you will be refunded. Cancellations made less than 14 days prior to the date will not be refunded.

Allergies:
Please advise us of any dietary requirements and allergens when booking (email:hello@growhq.org) as we are unable to change the menu on the day.
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