Plants For Free - Surely Nothing Better.
Come and Join Us On a Journey To Plant Paradise.
A Cut Above; Planning, Propagation & Preparation
You want to
- Get the most out of your patch - and your money - by creating plants for free.
- You want to get more plants for free... but how? Is it Semi ripe, basal, division, hardwood or from seed?
- This programme is perfect for those who want to learn new skills in a supportive community while taking action in their patch or garden
And
- Uplevel your skills and your growing. Gain skills for life.
- Not only will you uplevel your skills and knowledge in the world of growing, but you'll also have access to a helpful and great community of like-minded growers. You can ask experienced experts any questions you may have and share your successes with fellow plant enthusiasts.
- Plus, gardening is known to have a positive impact on your mental well-being. So, not only will you enjoy your patch throughout the season, but you'll also be improving your overall health and happiness.
- Imagine being able to create plants for free through techniques such as semi-ripe, basal, division, hardwood, or seed propagation. With our program, you can learn all of these techniques and more!
In other words you want:
A flourishing, cost effective,
cut-flower patch.
Never buy a plant again (unless you want to!)
How do I create this?
Let me show you...
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Plan. Get clear on what you want to create - we help you build your own plan.
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Propagate. Create plants for free - we show you how.
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Prepare. Fail to prepare, prepare to fail!
In just 5 months, my course
“A Cut Above”
will provide you with the knowledge to make your dreams into reality - without costing the earth.
Roz Chandler and her team of horticulturalists will show you how you really can still get something for nothing in the garden!
Who is delivering the course?
Roz is passionate about helping growers create sustainable cut flower patches and a flower farmer of over 10 years.
Sarah is an RHS Chelsea Gold Medal winning horticulturalist and tutor on the RHS Practical Course (Levels 1-3) with over 30 years experience.
Alison is an RHS qualified horticulturalist and over 30 years of practical experience.
Roz and her team can't wait to work with you
Join me on “A Cut Above” to receive:
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Structured, in depth, practical teaching about propagation and much more. A minimum of 30 trainings
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Simple steps to take each month to ensure your patch is as cost effective as possible
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Hear from amazing external speakers like Michael Marriott (Head Rosarian at David Austin Roses)
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Develop more sustainable practices
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Learn money saving techniques so you never have to buy a plant again (unless you want to (wink!)
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Quickly recoup the course fees back in savings at the garden centre - we want everyone on the course to save at least £300 over one year and much more beyond.
Q & A Your Burning Questions about this course
Q. When does “A Cut Above” start and finish?
The course will start w/c 1st May 2023 and runs for five months.
Q. How much can I expect to save?
If, like me, you can't go into a garden centre without filling a trolley, you will save a lot. The more you propagate, the more you will save. We want everyone who completes the course and propagates from their stock - and the stock of friends and family - to save at least £300 by the end of the course. But of course, this means you have to do the work, theres no magic wand to getting somthing for nothing (unless you are Mother Nature!)
Assuming you have one of each of the following, you could save £484 per year. Now, if you had 5 plants the savings would be £2356.00 per year, and 10 plants £4840.00.
Rose - cost approx bare root £20.00 6cuttings SAVE £120.00
Peony - cost £15.00 2 cuttings SAVE £30
Herbaceous Perennials £16.00 4 cuttings SAVE £ 64.00
Pelargonium £7.50 6 cuttings SAVE £45.00
Pentstemon £7.50 6 Cuttings SAVE £45.00
Physocarpus £10 8cuttings SAVE £80.00
Cornus £20 3 cuttings SAVE £60.00
Phlox £6 6 cuttings SAVE £36.00
Propagation from a dahlia £5 4 cuttings SAVE £20.00
Q. What if I’m not in the UK?
This is definitely not an issue. All sessions will be recorded, some are accompanied by supporting written documentation. This course focuses on making propagation and saving money regardless of location.
Q. I am just starting out. Is it too early for me to take this course?
If you have taken Seed to Vase , are on a current course or have grown (or gardened) for a season or more, this course will be perfect for you.
If you are not sure if its right for you, get in touch with Roz on roz@fieldgateflowers.co.uk. She is happy to chat with you.
Q. Is this course for flower farmers or those growing for themselves?
Both!
The course is great for those on their flower farming journey and anyone trying to make the most of their own patch. It will make your flower farm business more cost effective (increasing your profits).
And if you are growing for pleasure, it will ensure that you can focus your investment in your cutting patch where it needs to be, rather than spending where you could save.
Q. What if I can’t make the live sessions?
All live sessions will be recorded and saved into the members area. There will be a students facebook group for you ask any questions in too so you will have plenty of support. We will build together a fabulous community and resource.
All the pieces you need are right here, including guidance and feedback to increase success.
The course made me realise that I actually love propagating! Lots of great info and 'how to's. Different types of propagation through the seasons. The best bit is a comprehensive spreadsheet on what to do when and the best plan of action for that plant/seed
Past student
Ready for a peek inside?
Course Modules
You’ll learn all things propagation. Don’t be put off if there are expressions or names in this list that mean nothing to you at the moment! Here is an outline.
1. Introduction
- Equipment and tools – from cold frames to tunnels. Don’t worry a window ledge or conservatory will do just fine.
- Propagation – an introduction to all the methods we will be covering
- Introduction to plant science
2. Spring
- Direct sow annuals and top ten.(Succession planting)
- Softwood Cuttings
- Understanding soil
- Supplementary light systems and when to use them
3. Late Spring
- Tulip forcing for January (Special edition).
- Greenwood Cuttings
- Dahlia Propagation and Planting
- Successional sowing - the mindfield.
- Green Manures
4. Early Summer
- Propagate Bulbs
- Sowing Biennials
- Pelargonium cuttings and care
- Cuttings in water
- Buying bulbs for Autumn
- Lifting and splitting peonies
5. Mid Summer
- Semi ripe cuttings
- Herbacious Cuttings
- Composting
6. Late Summer
- Sowing half hardy annuals/pricking out and potting on.
- Layering
- Lift or no lift dahlias
- Rose propagation for Autumn
- Seed collection and storage
- Hardwood Cuttings
- Division of perennials
PLUS much more including...
Workbooks to accompany each learning.
New for 2023
Our Planting Plans, Seed Lists and Propagation Handbooks - the money can't buy spreadsheets that we use here on the flower farm.
The thing is, Roz is honest, has been there, done it and has the t-shirt. My advice is don't sign up just to learn. Sign up, show up and implement it straight away.
I was hesitant about investing the course at first, but to be honest I needn't have been. I'd earned the cost back within 10 days
Past Student
The thing is, Roz is honest, has been there, done it and has the t-shirt. My advice is don't sign up just to learn. Sign up, show up and implement it straight away.
I was hesitant about investing the course at first, but to be honest I needn't have been. I'd earned the cost back within 10 days
Past Student
So, what does it cost me?
I get it - you are wise to value your money and your time
Five months of weekly/bi-weekly tutorials and high level guest speakers
Value £1500
Facebook Community to share and learn together
Value to your business £ Priceless
Monthly drop in clinics for Q and A
Value £250
My Seed and Propagation Lists
Value ££££ Thousands in savings
Time and headaches saved on trying to learn these skills yourself
Value £ Priceless
Total Value £ 1750+
Your Investment
£297
One time Payment
Payment plans also available
6 x £50 or 12 x £25
Although not planning to be a flower farmer, I picked up lots of tips and ideas - partly just from seeing stuff- that I will find useful in growing for pleasure. I enjoyed doing a bit of this and that, and particularly benefitted from the hands on stuff with Sarah ( because that was not something I’d ever done, or thought was easy). A great take away!
Past Student
Although not planning to be a flower farmer, I picked up lots of tips and ideas - partly just from seeing stuff- that I will find useful in growing for pleasure. I enjoyed doing a bit of this and that, and particularly benefitted from the hands on stuff with Sarah ( because that was not something I’d ever done, or thought was easy). A great take away!
Past Student
Your Investment
£297
One time Payment
Payment plans also available
6 x £50 or 12 x £25
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