BEST VALUE x6 Modules: Flower Growing Course
Whether you are a beginner gardener or want to expand your skills, Gail runs 6 x two-hour sessions, once a week for six weeks to cover the fundamentals of fresh cut flower growing, to set you up for success to grow your own cutting garden.
This FULL COURSE option covers all of content listed below. OR you can choose to attend individual modules for $59 each. For individual module options simply select them from product list and add to cart.
This flower growing course consists of six learning modules. Each of the modules offer valuable information that you can absorb quickly and put into practice straight away.
Module 1. Introduction to flower growing - 27/09/25
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 - 04/10/25
Planning your growing space: garden beds or pots
Environmental considerations: aspect, wind, salt air, and sunlight
Plant spacing, staking, and netting
Optimum harvest stages for multiple varieties
Module 3. Water, soil, compost, and mulch - 11/10/2025
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 the art of growing from seed - 18/10/25
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 - 25/10/25
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 - 01/11/25
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
Course location: Baringa Community Centre, 20 Edwards Terrace, Baringa
Time: 1:30pm - 3:30pm on Saturday afternoon
Course dates: 27/09/2025, 4/10/2025, 11/10/2025, 18/10/2025, 25/10/2025, 01/11/2025
Cancellations and refunds:
If you are unable to attend a course, you have booked and paid for:
A friend or family member is welcome to attend in your place. You will need to provide us with their name, dietary requirements and contact email address/phone number as soon as possible prior to the course date.
If we receive 4 weeks’ notice or more:
Farlows’ Floriculture will refund the full cost of your course.
If we receive less than 4 weeks’ notice:
We are unable to offer a refund or transfer as we have inadequate time to re-sell the place. A friend or family member is welcome to attend in your place. If you find you are unable to attend a Course with less than 4 weeks’ notice, please let me know. A course purchased as a gift carries the same cancellation policy.
If we need to cancel a course:
Farlows’ Floriculture may cancel any course due to illness or very low numbers, and you will then have the option of a transfer to another course of the same value or a full refund of your payment.
Whether you are a beginner gardener or want to expand your skills, Gail runs 6 x two-hour sessions, once a week for six weeks to cover the fundamentals of fresh cut flower growing, to set you up for success to grow your own cutting garden.
This FULL COURSE option covers all of content listed below. OR you can choose to attend individual modules for $59 each. For individual module options simply select them from product list and add to cart.
This flower growing course consists of six learning modules. Each of the modules offer valuable information that you can absorb quickly and put into practice straight away.
Module 1. Introduction to flower growing - 27/09/25
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 - 04/10/25
Planning your growing space: garden beds or pots
Environmental considerations: aspect, wind, salt air, and sunlight
Plant spacing, staking, and netting
Optimum harvest stages for multiple varieties
Module 3. Water, soil, compost, and mulch - 11/10/2025
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 the art of growing from seed - 18/10/25
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 - 25/10/25
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 - 01/11/25
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
Course location: Baringa Community Centre, 20 Edwards Terrace, Baringa
Time: 1:30pm - 3:30pm on Saturday afternoon
Course dates: 27/09/2025, 4/10/2025, 11/10/2025, 18/10/2025, 25/10/2025, 01/11/2025
Cancellations and refunds:
If you are unable to attend a course, you have booked and paid for:
A friend or family member is welcome to attend in your place. You will need to provide us with their name, dietary requirements and contact email address/phone number as soon as possible prior to the course date.
If we receive 4 weeks’ notice or more:
Farlows’ Floriculture will refund the full cost of your course.
If we receive less than 4 weeks’ notice:
We are unable to offer a refund or transfer as we have inadequate time to re-sell the place. A friend or family member is welcome to attend in your place. If you find you are unable to attend a Course with less than 4 weeks’ notice, please let me know. A course purchased as a gift carries the same cancellation policy.
If we need to cancel a course:
Farlows’ Floriculture may cancel any course due to illness or very low numbers, and you will then have the option of a transfer to another course of the same value or a full refund of your payment.
Whether you are a beginner gardener or want to expand your skills, Gail runs 6 x two-hour sessions, once a week for six weeks to cover the fundamentals of fresh cut flower growing, to set you up for success to grow your own cutting garden.
This FULL COURSE option covers all of content listed below. OR you can choose to attend individual modules for $59 each. For individual module options simply select them from product list and add to cart.
This flower growing course consists of six learning modules. Each of the modules offer valuable information that you can absorb quickly and put into practice straight away.
Module 1. Introduction to flower growing - 27/09/25
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 - 04/10/25
Planning your growing space: garden beds or pots
Environmental considerations: aspect, wind, salt air, and sunlight
Plant spacing, staking, and netting
Optimum harvest stages for multiple varieties
Module 3. Water, soil, compost, and mulch - 11/10/2025
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 the art of growing from seed - 18/10/25
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 - 25/10/25
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 - 01/11/25
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
Course location: Baringa Community Centre, 20 Edwards Terrace, Baringa
Time: 1:30pm - 3:30pm on Saturday afternoon
Course dates: 27/09/2025, 4/10/2025, 11/10/2025, 18/10/2025, 25/10/2025, 01/11/2025
Cancellations and refunds:
If you are unable to attend a course, you have booked and paid for:
A friend or family member is welcome to attend in your place. You will need to provide us with their name, dietary requirements and contact email address/phone number as soon as possible prior to the course date.
If we receive 4 weeks’ notice or more:
Farlows’ Floriculture will refund the full cost of your course.
If we receive less than 4 weeks’ notice:
We are unable to offer a refund or transfer as we have inadequate time to re-sell the place. A friend or family member is welcome to attend in your place. If you find you are unable to attend a Course with less than 4 weeks’ notice, please let me know. A course purchased as a gift carries the same cancellation policy.
If we need to cancel a course:
Farlows’ Floriculture may cancel any course due to illness or very low numbers, and you will then have the option of a transfer to another course of the same value or a full refund of your payment.
