Flower Growing Courses.

What the courses are all about.

At Farlows’ Floriculture we grow chemical free flowers not just for beauty — but for biodiversity. Our flowers are planted with pollinators in mind, grown in living soil, and nurtured without chemicals in a way that restores the earth rather than extracts.

I (Gail Farlow) feel strongly about encouraging everyone to enjoy interaction with flowers, plants and nature.

Learning how to nurture our small piece of land at Bells Creek and seeing it gradually evolve into a place which provides nourishment for our family, the animals and plants has been a rich, ongoing education.

I would love to share what we have learnt with you by providing year-round workshops, courses, and information sessions.

The Courses.

The following series of courses have been designed to help you engage with whatever growing space you have available.

This can be as simple as container gardening, tending to indoor plants, growing your own cutting garden or respectful foraging to make a little arrangement in your home.

The emphasis is on learning together in small groups of people, so everyone has an opportunity to have your questions answered.
BEST VALUE x6 Modules: Flower Growing Course BEST VALUE x6 Modules: Flower Growing Course
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BEST VALUE x6 Modules: Flower Growing Course
$320.00 $354.00

  • Course location: Baringa Community Centre, 20 Edwards Terrace, Baringa

    Time: 1:30pm - 3:30pm on Saturday afternoon

    Course dates:
    Module 1: 27/09/2025
    Module 2: 4/10/2025
    Module 3: 11/10/2025
    Module 4: 18/10/2025
    Module 5: 25/10/2025
    Module 6: 01/11/2025

    • Module 1: Introduction to flower growing

    • Module 2: Understanding flower colour, form, and growing conditions

    • Module 3: Water, soil, compost, and mulch

    • Module 4: Propagation techniques and the art of growing from seed

    • Module 5: Plant health, and how to manage pest and disease

    • Module 6: Marketing, sales, and price setting

Module 1: Introduction to growing flowers Module 1: Introduction to growing flowers
Module 1: Introduction to growing flowers
$59.00

  • Location: Baringa Community Centre, 20 Edwards Terrace, Baringa

    Time: 1:30pm – 3:30pm on Saturday afternoon

    Date: 27th September 2025

    • Where to start

    • Tools and equipment

    • Explanation of gardening glossary

    • Discussion on types of flowers to grow and their purpose: edible, dried, or fresh

Module 2: Understanding flower colour, form, and growing conditions Module 2: Understanding flower colour, form, and growing conditions
Module 2: Understanding flower colour, form, and growing conditions
$59.00

  • Location: Farlows’ Floriculture Garden

    Time: 10am – 12 noon on Saturday morning

    Date: 4th October 2025

    • Planning your growing space. Garden or pots.

    • Environmental considerations. Aspect of your growing space, wind, salt air, sunlight.

    • Plant spacing, staking, and netting.

    • Optimum harvest stage for multiple varieties.

Module 3: Water, soil, compost, and mulch Module 3: Water, soil, compost, and mulch
Module 3: Water, soil, compost, and mulch
$59.00

  • Location: Farlows’ Floriculture Garden

    Time: 1pm – 3pm on Saturday afternoon

    Date: 4th October 2025

    • Soil composition, texture, temperature, and microbial life

    • Water retention strategies

    • Differences between dirt, soil, compost, and mulch

    • Benefits of crop rotation and cover crops

Module 4: Propagation techniques and art of growing from seed Module 4: Propagation techniques and art of growing from seed
Module 4: Propagation techniques and art of growing from seed
$59.00

  • Location: Farlows’ Floriculture Garden

    Time: 10am – 12 noon on Saturday morning

    Date: 11th October 2025

    • Successful seed sowing methods and benefits of growing from seed

    • Growing mediums: seed-raising mix, sand, perlite, and vermiculite

    • Evaluation of pots and containers: sharing pros and cons

    • Demonstrations of propagation, seed sowing, and seed-saving techniques

Module 5: Plant health and how to manage pest and disease Module 5: Plant health and how to manage pest and disease
Module 5: Plant health and how to manage pest and disease
$59.00

  • Location: Farlows’ Floriculture Garden

    Time: 1pm – 3pm on Saturday afternoon

    Date: 11th October 2025

    • Homemade compost teas and natural remedies for thriving ecosystems

    • Non-chemical methods for managing common pests and diseases

    • Fertiliser options and application rates

    • Understanding pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, and their environmental impact

Module 6: Marketing, sales, and price setting Module 6: Marketing, sales, and price setting
Module 6: Marketing, sales, and price setting
$59.00

  • Location: Farlows’ Floriculture Garden

    Time: 1pm – 3pm on Saturday

    Date: 18th October 2025

    • Industry standards: stems per bunch, stem length, pricing, and consumer demand

    • Product presentation: bouquet wrapping and styling demonstrations

    • Learn how to extend the vase life of fresh flowers

    • Supplier list for floral wrapping and presentation materials

Gail gives her 100% satisfaction guarantee that you will leave these workshops and courses having enjoyed your experience, feeling motivated & inspired, and will be able to put into practice what you have learnt straight away.

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What our customers are saying

• What our customers are saying

  • ‘a completely different experience!’

    Gail, we had such a great time on Sunday at your sunflower growing workshop. It was so good to learn and have a completely different experience! It was better than I was expecting. You covered a lot of information and I will be recommending your workshops to my friends.

    KAREN

  • 'The workshop content was so informative'

    Gail, your devotion to your passion for flowers and flower-lovers helped me to believe that my dream of growing a flower garden could become a reality. The workshop content was so informative. I really appreciate the comprehensive handouts to take home. We can look anything up online if we want facts or techniques, so I think it is more about your personal experiences and enthusiasm that made the workshop so special.

    MANDY

  • 'I have absolutely loved every minute'

    Gail, thank you letting me be a part of your workshop. I have absolutely loved every minute. I have learnt so much. I am in awe of your amazing style and generosity. Your warmth, your knowledge and your baking. I am so grateful and appreciate all of the work, time and planning that you have given to make such a wonderful growing experience.

    JOY

  • 'I would definitely recommend to others'

    Gail, thank you for a most enjoyable afternoon, and for sharing your extensive knowledge on growing sunflowers. The workshop was very informative and was not too overwhelming, in relation to the information that you covered. Both the venue and the timeframe was perfect. Hosting a half day session provides flexibility to those who have busy families or sporting commitments. I would definitely recommend to others.

    LYNNE