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Learning
Introduction to Horticulture
Our Introduction to Horticulture course started in with May with Mairead Dunne, assisted by Annette Byrne Moran and Nessa Byrne. During the 8 weeks they planted window boxes and hanging baskets, planted vegetables and pumpkins and even made their own planters. It was...
Plot to Pot
Last Wednesday evening was the first evening of our Plot to Pot course which is running for 5 weeks in the Bunclody Further Education and Training Centre. Everyone prepared some delicious nutritious food and it all looked amazing. They all really enjoyed it and are...
Willow Weaving Course
Tuesday evening was the start of our willow weaving course with the very talented Sindy Offer. Everyone really got their creative juices flowing and made some fabulous fat ball holders for wild birds. We cannot wait to see what fabulous creations are to come from...
Useful Resources
Growing your own food is a constant voyage of discovery. Gardeners will tell you – there is no such thing as a mistake, just another opportunity to learn! Horticulture is a huge, broad subject with many areas to explore, so here are some useful links to assist you in your journey.
Composting
A Household Guide to composting from Wexford County Council and Stopfoodwaste.ie. Composting is a essential way to get good nutrition in to your soil for free.
A Guide To Vegetable Growing
It’s important to have the right knowledge when you start your growing journey. If you are armed with the right information, it will prevent a lot of frustration down the road.
Greenhouse Salad Crops
Greenhouse and polytunnels give you an abundance of salad crops throughout the year. This guide will help you get the most from yours.
