Ultimate Starter Course - Online

The 'peafect' start for a beginner grower
€75.00

Description

This online course is perfect for new growers, guiding you through 10 simple steps across the growing year - from prepping beds in spring to storing your harvest for winter.

Each step is broken into clear, manageable parts to keep things easy and straightforward. Mick will grow all 10 vegetables in two spaces at GROW HQ, designed to mirror typical home setups. The TV Garden features 3 raised beds and a small greenhouse, while Container Corner showcases how to grow in pots and containers on a deck. Mick will also introduce you to organic methods for pest control and liquid feeds, plus show you how to make your own at home.

Start your growing journey with practical tips and real-life examples to inspire you!

Online Course Episodes

Episode 1: Plan - Understand the space, site and soil you need.

Episode 2: Sow - Learn how to sow any kind of seed - in pots, module trays and directly in the soil.

Episode 3: Make - Create a variety of containers as your seeds germinate.

Episode 4: Care - How to handle your seedlings and transplant successfully.

Episode 5: Control - Learn how and when to prune, thin, stake and weed to control your plants' surroundings.

Episode 6: Protect - How to defend against pests, plant disease and the weather.

Episode 7: Boost - Explore how liquid feeds, watering and pollination support the development of your veg.

Episode 8 :Harvest - Ensure you maximise your yield and learn how to cook from root to stem

Episode 9: Store - Get set up for winter and beyond with processing, preserving and seed saving.

Episode 10: Replenish -
Return nutrients to your soil through composting and learn how to keep growing through the winter

Featured Veg

Tomato
Chilli pepper
Squash
Courgette
Peas
Carrot
Beetroot
Lettuce
Rocket
Oriental greens

Start before the end of April to grow your veg from seed. From May onward, you may need to use seedlings, which you can buy from your local garden centre. If you're starting the course in April/May, roll up your sleeves and take lessons 1, 2, and 3 all together!

All 10 veg seeds are available with our Ultimate Starter GROWBox (purchased separately) that comes with everything you need to get started.

What You'll Need

We’ve designed this course to be as flexible as possible, so you can grow the 10 veg with just the essentials: seeds, compost, and containers.

Here’s what you’ll need to get started:
Seeds
Compost
Small pots or module trays
Sticks and string
Beds and/or containers

To make things easier, especially if you’re growing in beds, some basic garden tools are recommended:
Trowel
Spade
Fork
Hoe
Rake

How to Access your Online Course

Once you’ve made your purchase, you can dive into your online course by heading to the 'Access your Courses' section on our website. If you’re new to us, you’ll need to set up an account and sign in - don’t worry, it’s quick and easy!

Important: Access to our online courses is linked to the email address used at checkout. If you’re gifting this course to someone special, be sure to use their email address during the purchase.