An Introduction into Planting Design

Course overview

Learn how to turn plants into beautiful, functional
and sustainable planting schemes.
Good planting design is about much more
than choosing attractive plants. It is about understanding space, structure,
seasonality, ecology and the relationships between plants.
This one-day
introductory course explores the fundamental principles of planting design, from
understanding a site and developing a planting concept through to selecting and
combining plants effectively.
We will consider form, texture, rhythm and the
process of approaching and making decisions on plant choice for your own garden.

Modules

You will explore:• The principles of good planting design• Plant form, texture and structure• Repetition, rhythm and movement• Layering and plant communities• Plant selection and combinations• Creating a simple planting scheme