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SUMMARY:Next Steps in Gardening for Wildlife
DESCRIPTION:Understanding life cycles of the wildlife in our gardens is critical when we’re planning what to do\, what to add\, and what to change each year.  With this theme in mind\, we will use our structure of Food\, Shelter and Water to explore what you have in your garden and what you could do next to understand and support that wildlife. We’ll also explore a practical monitoring system\, which will help you with your decisions. \nThrough the workshop\, we explore these questions: \n\nWhat can we do to increase the amount of natural food for wildlife in our gardens?  From soil upwards\, what makes the most difference?\nHow do we provide natural shelter for wildlife that supports their life cycles? What part of their life cycles requires what shelter?\nHow much water and in what ways should we provide it?  Weather permitting\, this element will include a site visit to two gardens in the centre of Stroud to explore the power of micro ponds.\n\nThere will be plenty of time for you to discuss your own garden during the workshop.  You will be asked to do some homework before the workshop\, which will involve spending at least 15 minutes exploring and reminding yourself what you currently have in your garden.
URL:https://wildstroud.org/event/gardening-for-wildlife/
LOCATION:The Pavilion\, Victory Park\, Lower Church Road\, Cainscross\, Stroud\, GL5 4JE
CATEGORIES:Environment,Wildlife & Nature,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Propagation: Sowing Seeds and Taking Cuttings
DESCRIPTION:This relaxed and friendly course aims to grow your skills and knowledge in propagation techniques\, enabling you to produce plants at home with confidence. \nLearn how to produce a variety of garden plants through sowing seed and vegetative propagation including softwood cuttings\, basal cuttings and division. The latter involves lifting the plant from the ground and separating into smaller pieces for replanting or growing on in pots. Dividing perennials regularly encourages healthy\, vigorous plants which perform year after year. \nYou’ll also get tips on the best tools\, containers and growing media to use and advice on how to grow on your plants. You’ll be encouraged to ask questions and will take home your potted cuttings.
URL:https://wildstroud.org/event/propagation-sowing-seeds-and-taking-cuttings/
LOCATION:Hawkwood\, Painswick Old Road\, Stroud\, GL6 7QW
CATEGORIES:Environment,Wildlife & Nature,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hawkwood":MAILTO:info@hawkwoodcollege.co.uk
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SUMMARY:Identification of the Wild Flowers of Our Commons
DESCRIPTION:From Classroom to Countryside\nJoin us for a day exploring the beauty and diversity of our local wildflowers. This hands-on workshop introduces the basics of flower taxonomy\, helping you understand how different plant families are organised and how to recognise the key features that distinguish one species from another. We’ll look closely at the wildflowers found on our local commons\, learning the indicators that make identification easier in the field. \nIn the morning\, we’ll work with fresh specimens in the classroom\, practising with identification keys and guides to build confidence in spotting key characteristics such as flower shape\, leaf arrangement and growth habit. You’ll have the chance to compare species side by side\, ask questions\, and develop your observation skills in a supportive and friendly environment. \nAfter lunch\, we’ll head out to a nearby nature reserve to put your new skills into practice. During a relaxed guided walk\, we’ll search for and identify plants in their natural habitats\, exploring how soil\, light and landscape influence the species we find. By the end of the day\, you’ll be able to recognise a range of local wildflowers and have a solid foundation for further plant identification. \nWhether you’re a beginner\, a nature enthusiast\, or simply curious about the plants around you\, this workshop offers an enjoyable and informative introduction to the world of wildflowers. \n\nYou are welcome to just join us for the classroom session 0930 – 1230\nBring a picnic – if the weather is nice we’ll head out and have lunch on site\n** please note the practical session is not wheelchair accessible
URL:https://wildstroud.org/event/identification-of-the-wild-flowers-of-our-commons/
LOCATION:The Pavilion\, Victory Park\, Lower Church Road\, Cainscross\, Stroud\, GL5 4JE
CATEGORIES:Walk,Wildlife & Nature,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Propagation Masterclass: Cuttings and Division
DESCRIPTION:This relaxed and friendly course aims to grow your skills and knowledge in propagation techniques\, enabling you to produce plants at home with confidence. \nLearn how to produce a variety of garden plants through vegetative propagation – including semi-ripe cuttings and by division. Lavender\, rosemary\, shrubby salvias and penstemons are just some of the plants that can be propagated by cuttings at this time of year with many others by division\, including hardy geraniums and geums. This involves lifting the plant from the ground and separating into smaller pieces for replanting or growing on in pots. Dividing perennials regularly encourages healthy\, vigorous plants which perform year after year. \nYou’ll also get tips on the best tools\, containers and growing media to use and advice on how to grow on your plants. You’ll be encouraged to ask questions and will take home your potted cuttings.
URL:https://wildstroud.org/event/propagation-masterclass-cuttings-and-division/
LOCATION:Hawkwood\, Painswick Old Road\, Stroud\, GL6 7QW
CATEGORIES:Environment,Wildlife & Nature,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Create and Maintain a Wildflower Lawn
DESCRIPTION:October is the perfect time to create a strip of wildflowers in your lawn. Even a tiny corner can make a significant difference to pollinating insects. \nJoin Sally Beacon\, a talented local expert who has mastered the art of transforming ordinary lawns into vibrant wildflower patches. This hands-on workshop will take place in her garden\, where she will guide you through the process of introducing wildflowers into your lawn\, without removing the turf. \nYou’ll learn how to prepare your lawn\, sow seeds effectively\, and understand the best practices for ongoing care and seasonal maintenance.
URL:https://wildstroud.org/event/making-and-maintaining-a-wildflower-lawn-the-easy-way/
LOCATION:Whiteshill\, Spring Villas\, Whiteshill\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Environment,Wildlife & Nature,Workshop
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