Pelargonium Growing Course

No longer running. £50 per person including refreshments

Come and learn about all the wonderful different species of Pelargoniums we grow at Woottens, from cacti forms to tuberous forms with fern like leaves. This is one of the most diverse genus in the plant world and is the perfect day out for the plant enthusiast. You will learn about all the different forms we grow and how to care for and propagate each one. Including the elusive propagation methods of Pelargonium x ardens! The course includes a  detailed history of how and when these South African natives made it to Europe and how to successfully see them through an unpredictable British winter. You’ll also be taught which forms are hardier to the cold than others and the methods we use to tackle pest and diseases. You’ll be able to have a go at taking some cuttings yourself.
To register your interest for this course or book a place please email info@woottensplants.co.uk

Auricula Growing Course

No longer running. £50 per person including refreshments

During this workshop you will learn about the history of the auricula and its origins as well as the different classification groups we have today. The day will focus on auricula growing and care especially during the winter months. Looking at common pests and diseases and how to treat them. Demonstrations will be given on propagation and if you would like to bring your own plants along you can have a go at dividing them yourself. Plants can be purchased at a reduced cost for dividing if you do not have your own specimens. All other materials including pots and compost are included. An illustrated demonstration will also be given on auricula breeding techniques and seed sowing. Each attendee goes home with course notes and their propagated plants.
To register your interest for this course or book a place please email info@woottensplants.co.uk

Iris Growing Course

No longer running. £50 per person including refreshments

This workshop focuses predominantly on Bearded Iris growing and care but also includes Siberian Iris, Japanese Iris and a few other species. You will learn how to select Irises that will be suitable for your garden from the many different forms available and how best to grow and propagate them. We can teach you how to have an Iris in bloom in your garden every single month of the year with careful selection and care methods. You’ll be able to have a go at division and replanting of Bearded Irises with all materials included and learn the common pests and diseases associated with each species. Each attendee goes home with course notes and their propagated plants.
To register your interest for this course or book a place please email info@woottensplants.co.uk

Hemerocallis Growing Course

No longer running. £50 per person including refreshments

Although we believe the Hemerocallis is one of the easiest herbaceous perennials to grow, little is known about its origins, breeding and particularly its unusual species forms.
This workshop invites you to learn how the Hemerocallis came to Europe from China and far east, how it became so intensely bred over just 100 years, and most importantly why we should grow them in our gardens. Commonly called the ‘Daylily’ these plants have a poor reputation as each bloom lasts for just one day, but why should that matter when each plant produces 50 or more blooms in one season. Flowering from June-August, Hemerocallis are exquisite easy plants and a must for any herbaceous border. We shall teach you how to grown them, how to propagate them, and how to deal with the few pests and diseases that bother them.
To register your interest for this course or book a place please email info@woottensplants.co.uk

Due to significant changes within our nursery, we are no longer running the full range of courses we used to. Sadly the venue we used to hire for these courses has been sold and we currently don’t have the facilities at the nursery to run them there. 

Better Borders – Introduction to Planting Design

No longer running. £65 per person including light lunch

How to create better borders with this introduction to planting design. 
This is one of our most popular courses run by Neill Ludmon. On the day you will learn practical & inspirational ideas to create beautiful borders. Neill will be discussing plant selection, when to plant and how to maintain beds and borders. You’ll also be learning about form, structure and texture of plants as well as where to place plants so they thrive – ‘right plant, right place’ is the simplest idea you can implement in your garden that will have the greatest impact. On the day bring along a basic sketch of the border you’d like to create in your garden plus a sample of the soil for testing.
Our garden design course is run in spring and autumn, all materials and lunch are included.
The course runs from 10am-3pm.
To register your interest for this course or book a place please email info@woottensplants.co.uk
This will be the last workshop of this type for the foreseeable future

Propagation Workshop

No longer running. £65 per person including light lunch

Plant propagation has to be one of the most satisfying jobs for any plant lover or gardener. Multiplying and growing plants for free is rewarding both financially and mentally.
This course will help you understand the basics of plant propagation including vegetative and seed methods:

• Seed germination
• Division
• Cuttings, including soft tip, semi ripe and hardwood
• Bulb division
• Layering

This is a practical workshop includes an afternoon of plant propagation for each attendee and all of the plants you propagate, you will be able to take home to grow on.
The course runs from 10am-3pm.
To register your interest for this course or book a place please email info@woottensplants.co.uk
This will be the last workshop of this type for the foreseeable future

How to book

Email or ring the nursery on 01502 478258 to book or for more details.
Full payment for courses is required when you book to secure your place

Terms, Conditions & Cancellation Policy

• If you are unable to attend a Course or Workshop we regret that we are unable to offer payment refunds. You may rebook* for another course or a friend or family member may attend in your place.
• We require 48 hours notice if you need to rebook.
• If you notify us after this notice period or simply do not turn up we regret that you will receive no reimbursement
• For cancellations within the notice period we can also offer credit notes to be spent on the nursery on plants or on futures courses
• If we cancel the course – Woottens of Wenhaston LTD is entitled to cancel a course at anytime. We will inform you of this cancellation 24 hours prior to the day on the contact number or email you provided us with. We will give you the option to rebook on another course or offer you a full refund.

Location

Our courses are held on the nursery site: Woottens of Wenhaston. The Iris Field. Hall Road. Wenhaston. Suffolk. IP19 9HF
Please arrive by 9.45am – if you have any questions please contact us on
01502 478258 or on the morning ring 07802507693