RHS Garden Wisley Courses and Workshops 2016
RHS Garden Wisley Courses and Workshops 2016 Welcome to our 2016 programme of Courses and Workshops, full of inspiration and the very best in horticulture. Contents Courses and Workshops at a glance 4 Horticulture 9 Within this brochure you will find a wide range of workshops and courses to enhance your experience and knowledge of plants and gardens, from pruning and propagation to art and photography. Whether you enjoy creative days out or short courses for building your skills, we hope you find something to suit you in the following pages. The courses offer the opportunity to learn alongside RHS horticulturists and experts in their field in the amazing, unique setting of RHS Garden Wisley. Our 2016 programme aims to provide horticultural sessions to suit everyone, whether you are just starting out with a garden or are already confident in your horticultural ability and looking to broaden your skills. We have once again extended our range of creative Courses and Workshops to include butterfly and insect art using microscopy techniques, botanical cocktails using ingredients fresh from your garden and harvest cookery in association with the wonderful cooks at Taste of Wisley. The Royal Horticultural Society is the UK s leading gardening charity, helping and inspiring millions of people to garden. Our goal is to enrich everyone s life through plants, and make the UK a greener and more beautiful place. We are entirely funded by our members, visitors and supporters. We hope you find a course to match your needs and look forward to welcoming you to the garden in 2016. Garden Design 28 Creative 32 Photography 42 Further information 46 How to book 48 How to find us 48 2 3
Courses and Workshops at a glance Courses and Workshops at a glance Date Time Type Course Title New Course Page No. February Tuesday 2 February 10.30am to 12.30pm Horticulture Spring Pruning 9 Wednesday 3 February 10.30am to 12.30pm Horticulture Spring Pruning 9 Thursday 4 February 10.30am to 12.30pm Horticulture Spring Pruning 9 Thursday 4 and Wednesday 10 February 10.30am to 4.15pm Creative Butterfly Art 32 Tuesday 9 February 10.30am to 12.30pm Horticulture Rose Pruning 9 Wednesday 10 February 10.30am to 12.30pm Horticulture Rose Pruning 9 Saturday 13 February 10.30am to 4pm Garden Design So you want to be a Garden Designer? 28 Tuesday 23 and Wednesday 24 February 10.15am to 4.15pm Creative An Introduction to Japanese Woodblock Printing 32 Thursday 25 February 10.30am to 4pm Garden Design Garden Design Drawing Skills 28 Saturday 27 February 10am to 1pm Horticulture Greenhouses for Beginners 10 Saturday 27 February 10am to 4pm Horticulture Making the Most of Winter Beauty 10 March Tuesday 1 and Wednesday 2 March 10.15am to 4.15pm Creative Beginner's Botanical Watercolour Painting 33 Thursday 3 March 10.30am to 4pm Horticulture Beginner's Propagation 11 Friday 4 March 10.30am to 4pm Horticulture The Vegetable Garden in Spring 11 Saturday 5 March 10.30am to 4pm Horticulture The Vegetable Garden in Spring 11 Tuesday 8 March 10.30am to 4pm Horticulture What Now? March and April 12 Wednesday 9 March 10.15am to 12.45pm Creative Willow Weaving: Tipis 34 Wednesday 9 March 1.45pm to 4.15pm Creative Willow Weaving: Living Willow 34 Thursday 10 March 10.15am to 12.45pm Creative Willow Weaving: Tipis 34 Thursday 10 March 1.45pm to 4.15pm Creative Willow Weaving: Living Willow 34 Saturday 12 and Saturday 19 March 10.15am to 4pm Horticulture Starting from Scratch 12 Date Time Type Course Title New Course Page No. March continued Saturday 12 March 10am to 1pm Horticulture The Productive Greenhouse in Spring 13 Sunday 13 and Sunday 20 March 10am to 4pm Photography Creative Plant Photography with Andy Small 42 Tuesday 15 March 10.30am to 12.30pm Horticulture Spring and Summer Pots and Containers 13 Tuesday 15 March 2pm to 4pm Horticulture Spring and Summer Pots and Containers 13 Wednesday 16 March 10.30am to 4pm Horticulture Lawn Care 14 Thursday 17 March 10.30am to 4pm Garden Design Garden Design Drawing Skills: Perspective 29 Wednesday 23 March 10.30am to 4pm Horticulture Beginner's Propagation 11 April Tuesday 12 and Wednesday 13 April 10.15am to 4.15pm Creative Spring Flowers: Capturing Light 34 Tuesday 19 April 2pm to 4pm Horticulture Hanging Baskets 15 Wednesday 20 April 10.15am to 4.15pm Creative Willow Weaving: Planted Baskets 35 Friday 22 April 1pm to 3pm Horticulture Spring Walk and Talk 14 Saturday 23 April 7am to 10.30am Horticulture Springtime Bird Walk 15 Thursday 28 April 10.30am to 4pm Creative Botanical Cocktails 35 May Tuesday 3 May 10.30am to 4pm Horticulture What Now? May and June 15 Friday 6 May 1pm to 3pm Horticulture Spring Walk and Talk 14 Saturday 7 and Saturday 21 May 10am to 4pm Photography A Beginner's Guide to Digital Photography 42 Sunday 8 May 10.30am to 4pm Creative Willow Weaving: Decorating your Garden 35 Tuesday 10 May 10.30am to 12.30pm Horticulture Plant Supports and Staking 16 Wednesday 11 May 10.30am to 4pm Horticulture The Vegetable Garden in Summer 16 Thursday 12 May 10.30am to 4pm Horticulture The Vegetable Garden in Summer 16 Friday 13 May 10.15am to 4pm Photography Garden Photography Master Class with Clive Nichols 43 Tuesday 31 May and Tuesday 7 June 10.15am to 4.15pm Creative Techniques and Trees in Pen and Ink 36 Courses and Workshops at a glance 4 5
Courses and Workshops at a glance Date Time Type Course Title New Course Page No. Date Time Type Course Title New Course Page No. June Thursday 2 June 10.30am to 4pm Garden Design Designing Structure into the Border 29 Friday 3 June 10.30am to 1pm Horticulture Growing Berries, Currants and Soft Fruits 17 Saturday 4 June 10am to 1pm Horticulture The Productive Greenhouse in Summer 17 Tuesday 14 and Wednesday 15 June 10.15am to 4.15pm Creative Techniques For Painting Leaves 36 Wednesday 22 June 10.30am to 1pm Horticulture Budding and Grafting 17 Thursday 23 June 10.30am to 1pm Horticulture Growing Tree Fruit 18 Thursday 23 June 2pm to 4pm Horticulture Weed Identification and Management 18 Saturday 25 June 10am to 12.30pm Garden Design Garden Design Secrets Unveiled: Bury Court 30 Sunday 26 June 10.15am to 4pm Photography Plant Photography Master Class with Adrian Davies 43 Tuesday 28 and Wednesday 29 June 10.15am to 4.15pm Creative An Introduction to Botanical Art in Coloured Pencil with Ann Swan 36 July Friday 8 July 10.15am to 4.15pm Creative Insect Art 37 Saturday 9 July 10.30am to 1pm Horticulture Summer Fruit Pruning 18 Sunday 10 July 10am to 4pm Horticulture Increasing the Long Term Performance of Perennials 18 Tuesday 12 July 10.30am to 4pm Horticulture What Now? July and August 19 Wednesday 13 July 1pm to 3pm Horticulture Summer Walk and Talk 19 Friday 15 July 1pm to 3pm Horticulture Summer Walk and Talk 19 Saturday 16 July 10am to 12.30pm Garden Design Garden Design Secrets Unveiled: The Veitch Heritage Garden 30 Wednesday 20 July 8am to 11am Horticulture Making the Most of Microclimates 20 Wednesday 27 July 10.30am to 12.30pm Horticulture Summer Ornamental Pruning 20 August Wednesday 3 August 10.30am to 4pm Horticulture Plant Pests and Diseases 20 Saturday 6 August 10am to 12.30pm Garden Design Garden Design Secrets Unveiled: Serge Hill Garden 31 August continued Tuesday 16 and Wednesday 17 August 10.15am to 4.15pm Creative Lino Printing: Plants and Flowers 37 Friday 19 August 10.30am to 4pm Horticulture Botany for Gardeners: Flowers, Fruits and Seeds 21 Saturday 20 August 10am to 4pm Photography Close-up and Macro Photography with Adrian Davies 43 Thursday 25 August 10.30am to 12.30pm Horticulture Harvesting and Preparation of Seed 21 September Thursday 1 September 10.30am to 4pm Horticulture What Now? September and October 22 Saturday 3 and Saturday 17 September 10.15am to 4pm Horticulture Starting from Scratch 22 Sunday 4 September 10am to 4pm Photography The Invisible World of Plants 44 Tuesday 13 September 10.30am to 4pm Horticulture Propagation: the Next Steps 22 Wednesday 14 September 10.30am to 4.15pm Creative Willow Weaving: Handled Baskets 38 Thursday 15 and Friday 16 September 10.15am to 4.15pm Creative Perfect Petals Using Wet-In-Wet 38 Tuesday 20 September 10.30am to 12.30pm Horticulture Autumn and Winter Pots and Containers 23 Tuesday 20 September 2pm to 4pm Horticulture Autumn and Winter Pots and Containers 23 Wednesday 21 September 10.30am to 4pm Horticulture The Vegetable Garden: Autumn into Winter 23 Thursday 22 September 10.30am to 4pm Horticulture The Vegetable Garden: Autumn into Winter 23 Friday 23 September 10am to 4pm Photography Close up Photography with Clive Nichols 44 Saturday 24 September 10am to 12.30pm Garden Design Garden Design Secrets Unveiled: Sussex Prairie Garden 31 Monday 26 September 10.30am to 1pm Horticulture Fruit for Small Gardens 24 Monday 26 September 2.30pm to 4.30pm Horticulture Storing and Preserving Fruit and Vegetables 24 Tuesday 27 September 10.30am to 4pm Horticulture Propagation: the Next Steps 22 October Sunday 2 and Sunday 9 October 10am to 4pm Photography Creative Plant Photography with Andy Small 45 Wednesday 5 October 10.15am to 4.15pm Creative Japanese Ink Painting 39 Thursday 6 October 10.15am to 12.45pm Horticulture Revitalising Old Garden Beds and Borders 24 Courses and Workshops at a glance 6 7
Courses and Workshops at a glance Date Time Type Course Title New Course Page No. Thursday 6 October 2pm to 4.30pm Horticulture Planting New Beds and Borders 25 Saturday 8 October and Saturday 5 November 10.30am to 4pm Garden Design Designing for a Small Garden 31 Monday 10 and Tuesday 11 October 10.15am to 4.15pm Creative Screen Printing: Fabulous Florals 39 Saturday 15 October 10.30am to 4pm Horticulture Lawn Care 25 Wednesday 19 and Thursday 20 October 10.15am to 4.15pm Creative Japanese Woodblock Printing: Capturing the Essence of Autumn Friday 21 October 9am to 1.30pm Creative Harvest Cookery 40 Friday 21 October 1pm to 3pm Horticulture Autumn Walk and Talk 25 Saturday 22 October 10am to 4pm Photography Capturing Autumn Colour with Adrian Davies 45 November Tuesday 8 November 10.30am to 4pm Horticulture What Now? November and December 26 Tuesday 15 November 10.30am to 1pm Horticulture Winter Pruning of Tree Fruit 26 Saturday 19 November 10.30am to 4pm Horticulture Care of the Fruit Garden in Winter 26 Thursday 24 November 10.30am to 4pm Creative Christmas Cocktails 40 Saturday 26 November 10.15am to 4.15pm Creative Christmas Decorations From Your Garden 40 December Thursday 1 December 10.30am to 1.30pm Creative Christmas Wreaths 41 Friday 2 December 10.30am to 1.30pm Creative Christmas Wreaths 41 Saturday 3 December 10.15am to 12.45pm Creative Christmas Decorations in Willow 41 Saturday 3 December 1.45pm to 4.15pm Creative Christmas Decorations in Willow 41 January 2017 Tuesday 10 January 2017 10.30am to 4pm Horticulture What Now? January and February 27 Friday 13 January 2017 1pm to 3pm Horticulture Winter Walk and Talk 27 Saturday 14 January 2017 10am to 4pm Photography Creative Photography with Andy Small 45 39 Horticulture Spring Pruning Tuesday 2 February or Wednesday 3 February or Thursday 4 February 10.30am to 12.30pm February and March are busy times for pruning before growth begins in earnest in the spring. This talk and demonstration by RHS staff will teach you the theory behind pruning shrubs at this time of year along with vital pruning principles which will allow your plants to be at their best for the year ahead. General maintenance and pruning shrubs and climbers such as Buddleja, Wisteria and Cornus (dogwood) will be covered, as well as renovative pruning for overgrown shrubs. This session will involve walking outdoors and practical demonstrations, so please come prepared with suitable footwear and clothing. Fee: RHS Members 29 Event code: Non-RHS Members 42 Tuesday 2 Feb: 12599 Wednesday 3 Feb: 12600 Thursday 4 Feb: 12601 Horticulture Rose Pruning Tuesday 9 February or Wednesday 10 February 10.30am to 12.30pm Can your roses do better? This course will cover all the major rose types including hybrid tea, floribunda, shrub roses and climbers, and demonstrate the correct pruning and planting techniques to allow each one to reach its full potential. The talk and demonstration will be led by RHS staff and will involve some outdoor demonstrations, so please come equipped with suitable clothing for the weather. Fee: RHS Members 29 Event code: Non-RHS Members 42 Tuesday 9 Feb: 12602 Wednesday 10 Feb: 12603 8 9
Horticulture Greenhouses for Beginners Saturday 27 February 10am to 1pm Whether you have recently acquired or are thinking of acquiring a greenhouse, or would simply like guidance and ideas on how to get started, this illustrated talk and practical demonstration by Wisley s Glasshouse Specialist Team will set you on the right track. The session will cover different types of greenhouses to suit your needs, useful gizmos and gadgets, setting up the greenhouse for spring, raising plants, growing early crops under protection and growing spring-flowering plants. Fee: RHS Members 36 Event code: 12605 Non-RHS Members 49 Skill level: Beginner Maximum 30 places Venue: Clore Learning Centre Making the Most of Winter Beauty Saturday 27 February 10am to 4pm Tutor: Noel Kingsbury Gardens can be every bit as stunning in winter as they can in any other season, and including plants that peak in beauty during winter is a wonderful way to ensure that a garden is rewarding all year round. This full-day course with renowned plantsman Noel Kingsbury seeks to explore the plants that look good in winter as a springboard to understanding the annual growth cycle and how gardeners can make the most of it. Fee: RHS Members 78 Event code: 12606 Non-RHS Members 91 Includes a light lunch Beginner s Propagation Thursday 3 March or Wednesday 23 March 10.30am to 4pm Learn how to save a fortune on plants by growing your own from seeds and cuttings. This full-day course will go through the basics of propagation and show you the best techniques to produce the most successful results. It will include a demonstration of taking cuttings and sowing seeds with opportunities to try the activities and take the results home for further nurturing. There will also be a guided tour around the propagation glasshouses at Wisley where thousands of plants are raised for the garden every year. This session will involve practical activities, so please come prepared with suitable footwear, clothing and gardening gloves. Fee: RHS Members 60 Event code: Non-RHS Members 73 Thursday 3 March: 12607 Skill level: Beginner Wednesday 23 March: 12616 Includes a light lunch The Vegetable Garden in Spring Friday 4 March or Saturday 5 March 10.30am to 4pm Tutor: Hayley Young Spring is in the air and it s time to get sowing for bumper crops to harvest in the summer and autumn. This day will focus on the vegetables that can be grown during spring and how to sow and plant them. This time of year is often a lean time for harvesting so discussions will also cover crops to plant in your garden this year for a harvest next spring. A range of practical jobs such as soil preparation, seed sowing techniques and intercropping will be covered. This is a practical day and attendees will have the chance to practise skills they are shown, so please come prepared with suitable footwear, outdoor clothes and gardening gloves. Fee: RHS Members 65, Non-RHS Members 78 Event code: Friday 4 March: 12608 Saturday 5 March: 12609 Learn about the whole year in the vegetable garden by booking on The Vegetable Garden in Summer and The Vegetable Garden Autumn into Winter at the same time. Horticulture 10 11
Horticulture What Now? March and April Tuesday 8 March 10.30am to 4pm Are you new to gardening and unsure what exactly you should be doing when, or are you a keen gardener wanting to brush up on your skills? Let the RHS experts help you through the gardening year providing a whistle-stop tour of techniques, tips, tricks and advice on seasonal tasks so that you know what you could be doing when. March and April will include pricking out, lawn care, propagation, staking, sowing annuals outdoors and pruning for winter stem colour with opportunities for you to have a go at many of these tasks yourself. The session will include practical activities and a walk outside in the garden, so please come prepared with suitable clothing, footwear and gardening gloves. Fee: RHS Members 60, Non-RHS Members 73 Offer: Book all six What Now courses in this year s programme for the price of five! All bookings must be made at the same time Event code: 12610 Maximum 22 places Starting from Scratch Two-day course: Saturday 12 and Saturday 19 March 10.15am to 4pm If you re new to gardening and are feeling a little overwhelmed, this is the course for you. Over two days we will take you back to basics and grow your knowledge from the ground up. Subjects introduced will include; plant types, growth and structure, planting and plant care, basic propagation, ground cultivation, growing media, pruning, lawn care, feeding and watering. By the end of the course you should have gained a solid base from which to build further knowledge. The course will involve some lecture based sessions and some indoor and outdoor practical sessions, so please come prepared with appropriate clothing, footwear and gardening gloves. Fee: RHS Members 112 Event code: 12611 Non-RHS Members 125 Includes a light lunch and Skill level: Beginner refreshments The Productive Greenhouse in Spring Saturday 12 March 10am to 1pm Further your knowledge and skills, develop the use of your greenhouse and make your space more productive. This illustrated talk and practical demonstration with Wisley s Glasshouse Specialist Team will include advice on managing the glasshouse environment throughout the spring, growing salads, fruits and vegetables, a close look at feeding and watering and how to control pests and diseases. Fee: RHS Members 36, Non-RHS Members 49 Venue: Clore Learning Centre Event code: 12612 Maximum 30 places Spring and Summer Pots and Containers Tuesday 15 March 10.30am to 12.30pm or 2pm to 4pm Discover ways to bring new interest and colour to your outdoor space with seasonal containers. Our expert RHS staff will take you through plant suggestions, care and maintenance advice and give planting demonstrations. They will then lead you through creating your own planted container to take home. This session will involve practical activities, so please come prepared with suitable footwear and clothing. Fee: RHS Members 36, Non-RHS Members 49 Event code: Morning session: 12613 Afternoon session: 12614 Horticulture 12 13
Horticulture Lawn Care Wednesday 16 March 10.30am to 4pm Tutor: Ray Broughton Is the grass always greener on the other side of the fence? If so, then come and find out the secrets to keeping a healthy, luscious lawn all year round on this one-day course. Discover how to establish a lawn from scratch with turf or seed and how to renovate a grass area that is past its best. Yearly maintenance will be covered including feeding, mowing and weeding as well as effective solutions for removing moss. Grass types for different situations will be covered, as will equipment for keeping your sward smart to set your garden off to its best and be the envy of your neighbours. Fee: RHS Members 65, Event code: 12615 Non-RHS Members 78 Includes a light lunch Hanging Baskets Tuesday 19 April 2pm to 4pm Discover how to create a tremendous container display and transform your patio into an attractive and eye-catching space with visual impact throughout the seasons. The session will cover how to choose the right baskets and growing media as well as plants and their aftercare. You will then have the opportunity to plant up a small basket to take home, so please come prepared with suitable footwear, clothing and gardening gloves. All materials are provided and included in the price of the course. Fee: RHS Members 36, Non-RHS Members 49 Event code: 12617 Spring Walk and Talk Friday 22 April or Friday 6 May 1pm to 3pm It s that time of year when the garden is springing back to life and preparing itself for an exciting year ahead. Join RHS Garden Wisley s Curatorial team as they share their passion for plants, on a walk and talk around the garden. Learn about the plants that put on their show at this time of year and what to look out for in the coming months. This session will involve a considerable walk outside, so please come prepared with suitable footwear and clothing. Fee: RHS Members 22, Non-RHS Members 35 Venue: Meet at the birdbath inside the garden entrance Event code: Friday 22 April: 12618, Friday 6 May: 12621 Springtime Bird Walk Saturday 23 April 7am to 10.30am (breakfast at 9.30am) Tutor: RSPB Take an early-morning walk around RHS Garden Wisley with volunteers from North West Surrey RSPB and discover what bird life is dwelling in the garden during the spring. This informal walk will include information and identification points of the birds seen. All are welcome, especially newcomers to bird watching. Children under the age of 16 are to be accompanied by an adult. Binoculars would be useful and dress for cold weather conditions as this is an outside activity. The walk will end with a full English breakfast in the Restaurant. Fee: RHS Members 36, Non-RHS Members 49 Venue: Meet outside the garden entrance Event code: 12708 Includes full English breakfast Maximum 16 places What Now? May and June Tuesday 3 May 10.30am to 4pm Are you new to gardening and unsure what exactly you should be doing when, or are you a keen gardener wanting to brush up on your skills? Let the RHS experts help you through the gardening year providing a whistle-stop tour of techniques, tips, tricks and advice on seasonal tasks so that you know what you could be doing when. May and June will include weed control, feeding, planting up pots and containers, pests and diseases, potting on and deadheading with opportunities for you to have a go at some practical jobs. The session will include practical activities and a walk outside in the garden, so please come prepared with suitable clothing, footwear and gardening gloves. Fee: RHS Members 60, Non-RHS Members 73 Offer: Book all six What Now courses in this year s programme for the price of five! All bookings must be made at the same time Event code: 12619 Maximum 22 places Horticulture 14 15
Horticulture Plant Supports and Staking Tuesday 10 May 10.30am to 12.30pm Discover how to support different plants in your garden including grasses, roses, flowers and shrubs. The session will cover why we stake, the different options for staking materials and how they are used at Wisley. You will then have the opportunity to have a go using birch stems on the Mixed Borders, so please come prepared with suitable footwear, clothing and gardening gloves. All materials are provided and included in the price of the course. This course includes the opportunity to make and take home a birch obelisk. Fee: RHS Members 36 Event code: 12620 Non-RHS Members 49 The Vegetable Garden in Summer Wednesday 11 May or Thursday 12 May 10.30am to 4pm Tutor: Hayley Young It s not too late to get some vegetables growing for abundant crops this autumn and winter. This course will focus on vegetables that can be grown in summer months and how to sow and plant them. Harvesting, using and storing crops from spring sowings will also be explained. A range of practical techniques will be covered including seed sowing, successional sowing and planting out techniques. This is a practical day and attendees will have the chance to practise skills they are shown, so please come prepared with suitable footwear, clothing and gardening gloves. Fee: RHS Members 65, Non-RHS Members 78 Event code: Wednesday 11 May: 12622 Thursday 12 May: 12623 Learn about the whole year in the vegetable garden by booking on The Vegetable Garden in Spring and The Vegetable Garden Autumn into Winter at the same time. Growing Berries, Currants and Soft Fruit Friday 3 June 10.30am to 1pm Soft fruits are immensely rewarding to grow and can produce an abundance of crops even in minimal space. Learn how to get the taste of summer in your garden from strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and more. This session will cover different soft fruits and their care, planting, soils, siting, training, pruning and maintenance. Fee: RHS Members 32, Non-RHS Members 45 Skill level: Beginner Event code: 12624 Maximum 30 places The Productive Greenhouse in Summer Saturday 4 June 10am to 1pm Further your knowledge and skills, develop the use of your greenhouse and make your space more productive. This illustrated talk and practical demonstration will include advice on managing the glasshouse environment throughout the summer, growing salads, fruits and vegetables, a close look at feeding and watering and how to control pests and diseases. Fee: RHS Members 36, Non-RHS Members 49 Venue: Clore Learning Centre Event code: 12625 Maximum 30 places Budding and Grafting Wednesday 22 June 10.30am to 1pm For the more experienced gardener this is an opportunity to learn the technical skills of grafting to propagate and manipulate your plants with increased precision. Fruit trees and ornamental trees will be covered, including the techniques and aftercare of chip budding and side-veneer grafting. Selection of scion wood, rootstocks and the compatibility of the two will be covered, as well as the techniques used to achieve a successful graft. Fee: RHS Members 32, Non-RHS Members 45 Skill level: Advanced Event code: 12709 Horticulture 16 17
Horticulture Growing Tree Fruit Thursday 23 June 10.30am to 1pm Learn how to grow tree fruit successfully in this half-day workshop with RHS Garden Wisley s fruit experts. Looking at tree form and selection, establishment and maintenance, you will feel much more confident about caring for your apples, pears, plums, cherries and more. This session will involve an outside section in Wisley s fruit garden, so please come prepared with suitable clothing and footwear. Fee: RHS Members 32, Non-RHS Members 45 Skill level: Beginner Event code: 12626 Maximum 30 places Weed Identification and Management Thursday 23 June 2pm to 4pm Tutor: Hayley Young This session will help you to identify common garden weeds in various stages of growth and learn what to do with them. From hand weeding and spraying to suppressing, you will learn the most effective techniques for a variety of situations. Find out interesting ways to use weeds to your advantage. Fee: RHS Members 32 Non-RHS Members 45 Skill level: Advanced Event code: 12627 Summer Fruit Pruning Saturday 9 July 10.30am to 1pm Your fruit trees and bushes spend their summer lavishing you with delicious treats and will reward you further for a little love and attention at this time of year. Discover how to correctly prune a range of fruit trees and bushes, including restricted forms for maximum productivity in the current and coming years, in this talk and demonstration with RHS expert staff. Fee: RHS Members 32, Non-RHS Members 45 Event code: 12629 Maximum 30 places Increasing the Long Term Performance of Perennials Sunday 10 July 10am to 4pm Tutor: Noel Kingsbury How long will plants survive? Will they spread? How will my new border look in five years time? This full-day garden-based workshop with renowned plantsman Noel Kingsbury aims to encourage participants to observe garden and landscape plants, focusing on their growth through the year. The session will look at how plants compete with each other, how to assess prospects for their longevity and their suitability for a variety of garden locations. Gardeners and designers can then use their experience and knowledge of plants to plan for the maximising of interest and the minimising of maintenance at all seasons. Fee: RHS Members 78 Event code: 12630 Non-RHS Members 91 Includes a light lunch and refreshments What Now? July and August Tuesday 12 July 10.30am to 4pm Are you new to gardening and unsure what exactly you should be doing when, or are you a keen gardener wanting to brush up on your skills? Let the RHS experts help you through the gardening year providing a whistle-stop tour of techniques, tips, tricks and advice on seasonal tasks so that you know what you could be doing when. July and August will include taking cuttings, watering, summer pruning of shrubs, trees and fruit, harvesting seed and hedge trimming with opportunities for you to have a go at some practical tasks yourself. The session will include practical activities and a walk outside in the garden, so please come prepared with suitable clothing, footwear and gardening gloves. Fee: RHS Members 60, Non-RHS Members 73 Offer: Book all six What Now courses in this year s programme for the price of five! All bookings must be made at the same time Event code: 12628 Includes light lunch Maximum 22 places Summer Walk and Talk Wednesday 13 July or Friday 15 July 1pm to 3pm The garden is in full swing and at its most floriferous and colourful. Join RHS Garden Wisley s Curatorial Team, as they extol the virtues of plants which bring colour to our gardens during the summer months. Learn about the plants that put on their show at this time of year and what to look out for in the coming months. This session will involve a considerable walk outside, so please come prepared with suitable footwear and clothing. Fee: RHS Members 22, Non-RHS Members 35 Venue: Meet at the birdbath inside the garden entrance. Event code: Wednesday 13 July: 12631, Friday 15 July: 12632 Horticulture 18 19
Horticulture Summer Ornamental Pruning Wednesday 27 July 10.30am to 12.30pm Many early summer flowering shrubs and trees require pruning at this time of year to ensure their longevity and to maximise their performance for years to come. This talk and demonstration by expert RHS staff will teach you the theory behind pruning shrubs in the summer along with vital pruning principles which will allow your plants to be at their best for the years ahead. General maintenance and pruning shrubs and climbers such as Deutzia, Philadelphus, Spirea and Wisteria will be covered. This session will involve walking outdoors and practical demonstrations, so please come prepared with suitable footwear and clothing. Fee: RHS Members 29, Non-RHS Members 42 Event code: 12633 Botany for Gardeners: Flowers, Fruits and Seeds Friday 19 August 10.30am to 4pm Tutor: Dr Catherine Baxter Have you ever wondered what plants look at under the microscope? What s the difference between a flower, fruit and a seed? What do they do? In this practical workshop we will dissect flowers and fruits, look at plant material under the microscope, and find out more about their function and structure through an illustrated talk. This course is suitable for those with no experience of botany or microscope use and will cover the basics up to GCSE level theory. Fee: RHS Members 78, Non-RHS Members 91 Event code: 12635 Maximum 12 places Horticulture Making the Most of Microclimates Wednesday 20 July 8am to 11am (breakfast at 10am) A range of micro-climates means that many unusual plants thrive in the garden. Join us for an early morning walk and talk around the garden with our expert garden team. Learn about the miraculous tropicals growing by the laboratory wall and the exciting new Mediterranean plantings among many others. You will finish the tour with a cooked breakfast in the restaurant. Fee: RHS Members 36, Non-RHS Members 49 Venue: Meet outside the garden entrance Event code: 12710 Includes full English breakfast Plant Pests and Diseases Wednesday 3 August 10.30am to 4pm Are you fed up with your plants being nibbled or keeling over without warning? Learn about the pests and diseases most likely to attack your plants, how to spot them and what to do about them. This session will cover the identification and control of a variety of common garden enemies. There will also be a walk around Wisley to show pests and diseases in context and the controls used. Fee: RHS Members 60, Non-RHS Members 73 Event code: 12634 Harvesting and Preparation of Seed Thursday 25 August 10.30am to 12.30pm Harvesting seed from your own plants is a cheap and exciting way to increase plants for your garden. Discover the best techniques and timings for harvesting, as well as when to sow and how the treat your seeds to ensure maximum germination rates. This course will include behind the scenes tours of the seed department and propagation department at Wisley. Fee: RHS Members 29, Non-RHS Members 42 Event code: 12636 Includes refreshments Maximum 16 places 20 21
Horticulture What Now? September and October Thursday 1 September 10.30am to 4pm Are you new to gardening and unsure what exactly you should be doing when, or are you a keen gardener wanting to brush up on your skills? Let the RHS experts help you through the gardening year providing a whistle-stop tour of techniques, tips, tricks and advice on seasonal tasks so that you know what you could be doing when. September and October will include dividing perennials, planting trees and shrubs, protecting tender plants over winter, developing new lawns and storing tubers over winter with opportunities for you to have a go yourself. The session will include practical activities and a walk outside in the garden, so please come prepared with suitable clothing, footwear and gardening gloves. Fee: RHS Members 60, Non-RHS Members 73 Offer: Book all six What Now courses in this year s programme for the price of five! All bookings must be made at the same time Event code: 12637 Includes light lunch Maximum 22 places Starting from Scratch Two-day course: Saturday 3 September and Saturday 17 September 10.15am to 4pm If you re new to gardening and are feeling a little overwhelmed, this is the course for you. Over two days we will take you back to basics and grow your knowledge from the ground up. Subjects introduced will include; plant types, growth and structure, planting and plant care, basic propagation, ground cultivation, growing media, pruning, lawn care, feeding and watering. By the end of the course you should have gained a solid base from which to build further knowledge. The course will involve some lecture based sessions and some indoor and outdoor practical sessions, so please come prepared with appropriate clothing, footwear and gardening gloves. Fee: RHS Members 112 Event code: 12638 Non-RHS Members 125 Includes a light lunch and Skill level: Beginner refreshments Venue: Clore Learning Centre Propagation: The Next Steps Tuesday 13 September or Tuesday 27 September 10.30am to 4pm Take a step onwards with propagating your own plants. Learn how to increase your stock of plants with shrub propagation, hardwood cuttings, root cuttings and bulb propagation. There will be a guided tour around the propagation glasshouses of Wisley where thousands of plants are raised for the garden every year. This session will involve practical activities and items to take and grow on at home, so please come prepared with suitable footwear, clothing and gardening gloves. Some plant knowledge, or previous attendance on the Beginner s Propagation course is recommended. Fee: RHS Members 60, Non-RHS Members 73 Skill level: Intermediate Event code: Tuesday 13 September: 12639 Tuesday 27 September: 12648 Autumn and Winter Pots and Containers Tuesday 20 September 10.30am to 12.30pm or 2pm to 4pm Summer may be over but the show can go on. Bring colour and interest through to spring with seasonal containers. Our expert team will provide you with plant suggestions, advice on care and maintenance and planting demonstrations. They will guide you through planting your own winter container to take home. This session will involve practical activities, so please come prepared with suitable footwear and clothing. Fee: RHS Members 36, Non-RHS Members 49 Event code: Morning session: 12640, Afternoon session: 12641 The Vegetable Garden: Autumn into Winter Wednesday 21 September or Thursday 22 September 10.30am to 4pm Tutor: Hayley Young Learn how to get more out of your vegetable garden all year round. This day will focus on which vegetables can still be grown in autumn and winter months and how to sow and plant them, plus harvesting and storage methods for existing autumn crops. A range of practical jobs such as soil preparation, composting and planning crops and rotation for the next year will also be covered. This session will involve practical activities, so please come prepared with suitable footwear, clothing and gardening gloves. You will also learn more about your own soil type and how that influences jobs on your vegetable plot, so please bring along a soil sample (a trowel-full). Fee: RHS Members 65, Non-RHS Members 78 Venue: Clore Learning Centre Event code: Wednesday 21 September: 12642 Thursday 22 September: 12643 Learn about the whole year in the vegetable garden by booking on The Vegetable Garden in Spring and The Vegetable Garden in Summer at the same time. Horticulture 22 23
Horticulture Fruit for Small Gardens Monday 26 September 10.30am to 1pm By choosing compact cultivars, dwarf rootstocks and restricted forms, fruit can be grown in even the smallest garden. Learn what to consider when planning a fruit garden. This will cover choice of fruits and cultivars to grow. Training forms will be explained including choice of rootstocks for tree fruits. Fee: RHS Members 32, Non-RHS Members 46 Event code: 12644 Maximum 30 places Planting New Beds and Borders Thursday 6 October 2pm to 4.30pm It can be hard knowing where to start when you have a blank canvas. Gain inspiration at this talk which will cover structure, styles and seasonal colour to give you design ideas for your new garden border. The talk will include a walk to see different planting designs. Fee: : RHS Members 32, Non-RHS Members 45 Event code: 12646 Autumn Walk and Talk Friday 21 October 1pm to 3pm Join RHS Garden Wisley s enthusiastic Curatorial team, on a walk and talk around the garden to see the spectacularly vibrant autumn colour. Learn about the plants that put on a show at this time of year and what to look out for in the coming months. This session will involve considerable walking outside, so please come prepared with suitable footwear and clothing. Fee: RHS Members 22, Non-RHS Members 35 Venue: Meet at the birdbath inside the garden entrance Event code: 12650 Horticulture Storing and Preserving Fruit and Vegetables Monday 26 September 2.30pm to 4.30pm Make the most of fruit and vegetables by storing them for use during the winter and into the hungry gap in spring. Methods of storage for many fruits and vegetables including apples, pears, plums, root vegetables, potatoes, peppers, pumpkins, squashes and cabbages will be covered. Please note that cooking methods, such as making jams and cooked preserves, will not be covered in any detail. Fee: RHS Members 29 Non-RHS Members 42 Event code: 12645 Maximum 30 places Revitalising Old Garden Beds and Borders Thursday 6 October 10.15am to 12.45pm If you have some tired garden beds and borders that need a boost, this course is the ideal opportunity for you to gain inspiration and innovative ideas. This talk will cover how to redevelop elements of borders that have become overgrown, neglected or patchy. This will include plant selection suggestions and what can be divided. The talk will include a walk to see different planting designs. Fee: : RHS Members 32, Non-RHS Members 45 Event code: 12647 Lawn Care Saturday 15 October 10.30am to 4pm Tutor: David Hedges-Gower Is the grass always greener on the other side of the fence? If so, then come and find out the secrets to keeping a healthy, luscious lawn all year round on this one-day course. Discover how to establish a lawn from scratch with turf or seed and how to renovate a grass area that is past its best. Yearly maintenance will be covered including feeding, mowing and weeding as well as effective solutions for removing moss. Grass types for different situations will be covered, as will equipment for keeping your sward smart to set your garden off to its best and be the envy of your neighbours. Fee: RHS Members 65, Non-RHS Members 78 Event code: 12649 24 25
Horticulture What Now? November and December Tuesday 8 November 10.30am to 4pm Are you new to gardening and unsure what exactly you should be doing when, or are you a keen gardener wanting to brush up on your skills? Let the RHS experts help you through the gardening year providing a whistle-stop tour of techniques, tips, tricks and advice on seasonal tasks so that you know what you could be doing when. November and December will include ground preparation, winter fruit pruning, taking root cuttings, taking hardwood cuttings and winter vegetables with opportunities for you to have a go yourself. The session will include practical activities and a walk outside in the garden, so please come prepared with suitable clothing, footwear and gardening gloves. Fee: RHS Members 60, Non-RHS Members 73 Offer: Book all six What Now courses in this year s programme for the price of five! All bookings must be made at the same time Event code: 12651 Includes light lunch Maximum 22 places Winter Pruning of Tree Fruit Tuesday 15 November 10.30am to 1pm Winter is the time of year that many types of tree fruit including apples, pears and quinces receive their main prune of the year. Join Wisley s fruit team for a demonstration and explanation of how to prune various tree forms in winter for maximum benefit to fruit production, aesthetics and space constraints. Please note that stone fruit such as plums will not be covered as pruning in the winter should be avoided. This course will involve walking outside so please come prepared for the weather. Fee: RHS Members 32, Non-RHS Members 45 Event code: 12652 Maximum 30 places Care of the Fruit Garden in Winter Saturday 19 November 10.30am to 4pm Do you have overgrown apples, unproductive pears and trees that only crop well every other year? How you care for your fruit garden in the winter determines its success for the coming year and for the future. Join Wisley s fruit experts to learn how to plant trees and bushes, correctly establish them in good forms and prune them every year for maximum productivity. This full-day course will cover both soft fruit and top fruit and will involve an outside session in the fruit garden, so please come prepared with suitable clothing and footwear. Fee: RHS Members 60, Non-RHS Members 73 Event code: 12653 Maximum 30 places What Now? January and February Tuesday 10 January 2017 10.30am to 4pm Are you new to gardening and unsure what exactly you should be doing when, or are you a keen gardener wanting to brush up on your skills? Let the RHS experts help you through the gardening year providing a whistle-stop tour of techniques, tips, tricks and advice on seasonal tasks so that you know what you could be doing when. January and February will include spring and renovation pruning, seed sowing, getting to know your soil and preparing a seed bed with opportunities for you to have a go yourself. The session will include practical activities and a walk outside in the garden, so please come prepared with suitable clothing, footwear and gardening gloves. Fee: RHS Members 60, Non-RHS Members 73 Offer: Book all six What Now courses in this year s programme for the price of five! All bookings must be made at the same time Event code: 12654 Includes light lunch Maximum 22 places Winter Walk and Talk Friday 13 January 2017 1pm to 3pm Not everything in the garden is sleeping in winter. Join RHS Garden Wisley s enthusiastic Curatorial team, on a walk and talk around the garden. Learn about the plants that put on a show at this time of year and what to look out for in the coming months. This session will involve considerable walking outside, so please come prepared with suitable footwear and clothing. Fee: RHS Members 22, Non-RHS Members 35 Venue: Meet at the birdbath inside the garden entrance Event code: 12655 Horticulture 26 27
Garden Design Garden Design Our garden design courses are run in association with the London College of Garden Design, providers of world-class, inspirational garden design training. More information on further LCGD courses can be found at www.lcgd.org.uk So you want to be a Garden Designer? Saturday 13 February 10.30am to 4pm Tutor: London College of Garden Design If you are contemplating changing career to become a garden designer, but don t really know where to begin, this day has been devised especially for you. Join experts from the London College of Garden Design to find out more about planting design, construction design and how designers communicate visually, including with Computer Aided Design. You will learn about career opportunities and receive tips and advice on how to pursue a successful future as a garden designer. Fee: RHS Members 97, Non-RHS Members 110 Skill level: Beginner Event code: 12698 Garden Design Drawing Skills Thursday 25th February 10.30am to 4pm Tutor: Andrew Wilson In our electronic world we might be forgiven for thinking that drawing no longer matters, however, the ability to sketch and think spatially is still essential to the design approach. In this one-day course Andrew Wilson looks at the best communication techniques for the speedy delivery of drawings and visuals. A list of suggested materials will be sent at the time of booking. Fee: RHS Members 97, Non-RHS Members 110 Event code: 12699 Garden Design Drawing Skills: Perspective Thursday 17 March 10.30am to 4pm Tutor: Andrew Wilson Perspectives play two major roles in garden design drawing; firstly to help the designer to understand the garden spaces they have created and secondly to communicate their thinking to their clients. This workshop is dedicated to the understanding of perspective technique in both one-point and two-point format and to the rendering of perspective drawings to create lively, three-dimensional representation of two-dimensional design drawings. A list of suggested materials will be sent at the time of booking. Fee: RHS Members 97, Non-RHS Members 110 Event code: 12700 Designing Structure into the Border Thursday 2 June 10.30am to 4pm Tutor: Peter Thurman One of the most commonly faced challenges for a gardener is how to structure a great border. This course will look at the key steps for putting together a great border, focusing on mixed planting schemes including shrubs. Whether you are designing for your own garden or for a client, you will learn about the elements to consider to achieve fantastic results. Fee: RHS Members 97, Non-RHS Members 110 Event code: 12701 Garden Design 28 29
Garden Design New Series: Garden Design Secrets Unveiled What is it that makes some gardens particularly pleasing to the eye and such inspirational places to visit? This series of lectures will put four famous gardens in the UK under the spotlight to decipher just why their designs work so well, and translate different concepts and aspects with practical advice on how these can be recreated at home. Garden Design Secrets Unveiled: Bury Court Saturday 25 June 10am to 12.30pm Tutor: Andrew Wilson In this lecture we will delve deep to reveal the secrets behind the captivating design of Bury Court Gardens. We will contrast the work of designer Piet Oudolf, pioneer of the New Perennial Movement with the minimalist planting schemes of Christopher Bradley-Hole, digging up plenty of inspiration and ideas for you to take away. Fee: RHS Members 40, Non-RHS Members 53 (prices per day) Event code: 12702 Garden Design Secrets Unveiled: Serge Hill Garden Saturday 6 August 10am to 12.30pm Tutor: Andrew Wilson Stunning sweeps of naturalistic planting, wildflower and exotic meadows make Serge Hill Garden a truly breathtaking space. Join us as we scrutinise the success of RHS Award-winning landscape designer Tom Stuart-Smith s design and consider how to recreate elements of the beauty in your own garden. Fee: RHS Members 40, Non-RHS Members 53 (prices per day) Event code: 12704 Garden Design Garden Design Secrets Unveiled: The Veitch Heritage Garden at Warren House Saturday 16 July 10am to 12.30pm Tutor: Andrew Fisher-Tomlin Join us on a voyage of discovery as we turn our attention to the Veitch Heritage Garden at Warren House. The Veitch name has long led the way in innovative British horticulture, famous for sending out legendary plant hunters to bring back rare and exotic specimens that still have a place in the garden today. This inspiring insight will capture the spirit of the unusual. Fee: RHS Members 40, Non-RHS Members 53 (prices per day) Event code: 12703 Garden Design Secrets Unveiled: Sussex Prairie Garden Saturday 24 September 10am to 12.30pm Tutor: Andrew Fisher-Tomlin In this final lecture of the series we will place the spotlight on the enchanting Sussex Prairie Garden, where evocative naturalistic planting with innovative combinations sparks exploration and adventure. We will unpick the designs to examine the theory behind the charm of this garden and discuss ways to inject it into your own. Fee: RHS Members 40, Non-RHS Members 53 (prices per day) Event code: 12705 Designing for a Small Garden Two-day course: Saturday 8 October and Saturday 5 November 10.30am to 4pm Tutor: Andrew Wilson With considered design and thoughtful planting, the smallest of gardens can deliver maximum impact and still meet all your requirements. This course aims to explore these techniques and tricks of the trade for making a small space make a big impression. This two-day programme allows students to explore ideas for their own gardens in preparation for group discussion and analysis on day two. Fee: RHS Members 192, Non-RHS Members 205 Event code: 12706 30 31
Creative Creative Butterfly Art Two-day course: Thursday 4 and Wednesday 10 February 10.30am to 4.15pm Tutor: Cath Hodsman You haven t experienced the full extent of a butterfly s beauty until you have viewed it under a microscope. See butterflies as you have never seen them before, as you learn how to draw and paint them with anatomical accuracy under the expert tuition of artist and conservationist Cath Hodsman. This unique course will involve some exclusive time with the butterflies in the Glass House and the opportunity to produce a detailed and unique painting and sketch using either a microscope or macro-photographic material. You are sure to leave with a renewed appreciation of these wonderful creatures. A suggested equipment list will be sent to attendees prior to the course. Fee: RHS Members 162, Non-RHS Members 175 Venue: Clore Learning Centre Event code: 12681 Maximum 14 places basic skills needed to create a multi-coloured print using traditional Japanese woodblock techniques, giving an understanding of the materials and the techniques to prepare, register, cut and print using Japanese plywood and watercolour paints. Laura welcomes all levels of experience, especially beginners who would like to take away the basic skills to be able to print successfully with watercolour at home. Laura is one of the only practitioners of the art in the UK and at the time of writing has just been selected as the British artist for a return residency in Japan to further her skills. Don t miss this opportunity to learn from her in a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. All materials are provided on the day. Fee: RHS Members 172, Non-RHS Members 185 Skill level: Beginner Event code: 12669 Maximum 12 places Beginner s Botanical Watercolour Painting Two-day course: Tuesday 1 and Wednesday 2 March 10.15am to 4.15pm Tutor: Anna Mason Creative An Introduction to Japanese Woodblock Printing Two-day course: Tuesday 23 and Wednesday 24 February 10.15am to 4.15pm Tutor: Laura Boswell Join renowned printmaker Laura Boswell for this two-day course in the wonderful art of Japanese woodblock printing. Traditional Japanese woodblock is a sensitive and beautiful print process using watercolour and rice. This ancient method produced the iconic woodblock prints from Japan s Edo Period. It is a table top process, requiring no press and uses totally non-toxic materials. This course covers the Get started with watercolour on this two-day workshop with renowned botanical artist Anna Mason. Anna will take you step by step through the creation of a botanical watercolour painting and provide guided support throughout the day to help you develop your skills. Don t be nervous, this is a perfect opportunity to develop a new hobby in a relaxed and friendly environment. A suggested equipment list will be sent to attendees prior to the course. Fee: RHS Members 162, Non-RHS Members 175 Skill level: Beginner Event code: 12671 Maximum 15 places 32 33
Creative Willow Weaving: Tipis Wednesday 9 March or Thursday 10 March 10.15am to 12.45pm Tutor: Nicki Rowling Learn a wonderful skill as you make and take home your own willow tipi on this course taught by local willow weaver Nicki Rowling. All materials will be provided on the day and are included in the price of the course. The course may be held outside if the weather is good, so please come equipped with suitable clothing and gloves. Fee: RHS Members 52, Non-RHS Members 65 Event code: Wednesday 9 March 12673 Thursday 10 March 12675 Maximum 12 places Willow Weaving: Living Willow Wednesday 9 March or Thursday 10 March 1.45pm to 4.15pm Tutor: Nicki Rowling Come and learn about living willow with local willow weaver Nicki Rowling. Learn living willow techniques and to make and take home your own spiralling harlequin tree that can be replanted in your garden. Please bring your own pot 30-40cm deep and 30-35cm in diameter. You will be provided with living willow, compost and all materials needed to create your living willow structure. Fee: RHS Members 52, Non-RHS Members 65 Event code: Wednesday 9 March 12674 Thursday 10 March 12676 Maximum 12 places Spring Flowers: Capturing Light Two-day course: Tuesday 12 and Wednesday 13 April 10.15am to 4.15pm Tutor: Billy Showell Capture the delight of spring with renowned botanical artist Billy Showell for a course which includes drawing flowers and an in-depth look into painting techniques that mix fresh colours and capture light. This two-day course aims to help you to broaden your painting skills and create new effects for seamless pictures. Billy will be demonstrating techniques and providing guided support throughout the day while you get to grips with this style of painting. This course aims to teach, encourage and support all levels of ability. Fee: RHS Members 162 Event code: 12677 Non-RHS Members 175 Includes a light lunch Maximum 13 places Willow Weaving: Planted Baskets Wednesday 20th April 10.15am to 4.15pm Tutor: Nicki Rowling Add some rustic charm to your patio with a woven willow planted container. Expert willow weaver Nicki Rowling will teach you to weave a pretty container which you will then line and plant up before taking home to admire. Fee: RHS Members 85, Non-RHS Members 98 Event code: 12717 Maximum 10 places Botanical Cocktails Thursday 28 April 10.30am to 4pm Tutor: Lottie Muir Make beautiful, delicious cocktails with ingredients fresh from your garden. Cocktail gardener Lottie Muir of The Midnight Apothecary will teach you how to make infusions, syrups, bitters and liqueurs and put them together to create wild and wonderful cocktails like no other you will have tasted before. Please note that attendees on this course must be over the age of 18 as this session will include tasting alcohol. It is advisable to make transportation arrangements for the day. Fee: RHS Members 96 Non-RHS Members 109 Event code: 12678 Includes a light lunch Maximum 14 places Willow Weaving: Decorating your Garden Sunday 8 May 10.30am to 4pm Tutor: Nicki Rowling Discover how to make fabulous willow decorations for your garden including spheres, lanterns, dragonflies and chains. Join Nicki Rowling, a local willow weaver, to learn the basics of the craft and create contemporary decorations to take home. All materials will be provided on the day and are included in the price of the course. The course may be held outside in good weather, so please come equipped with suitable clothing and gloves. Fee: RHS Members 85 Event code: 12679 Non-RHS Members 98 Includes a light lunch Venue: Clore Learning Centre Maximum 10 places Creative 34 35
Creative Techniques for Painting Leaves Two-day course: Tuesday 14 and Wednesday 15 June 10.15am to 4.15pm Tutor: Billy Showell Flowers may often play the star role in botanical art, but leaves play the supporting cast and can make or break the final results. Join renowned artist Billy Showell to master the techniques for painting leaves in all their glory. Billy will be demonstrating techniques and providing guided support throughout the day while you get to grips with this style of painting. This course aims to teach, encourage and support all levels of ability. A suggested equipment list will be sent to attendees prior to the course. Fee: RHS Members 162 Event code: 12682 Non-RHS Members 175 Includes a light lunch Maximum 13 places Insect Art Friday 8 July 10.15am to 4.15pm Tutor: Cath Hodsman Delve into the nano-world of microscopy art with artist and conservationist Cath Hodsman to take a very close look at pollinators on this captivating course. Cath will teach you to see these wonderful insects in a new light and guide you through painting them in watercolour with anatomical accuracy. This fun and fascinating course is certain to give you the bug for microscopy art! A suggested equipment list will be sent to attendees prior to the course. Fee: RHS Members 85, Non-RHS Members 98 Event code: 12684 Maximum 14 places Creative Techniques and Trees in Pen and Ink Two-day course: Tuesday 31 May and Tuesday 7 June 10.15am to 4.15pm Tutor: Naomi Lyons Discover the fabulous potential for drawing with pen and ink. Have fun and unlock your creativity taking advantage of the awe-inspiring views of RHS Garden Wisley. Working in a small, relaxed and informal group you will learn how to create impressive images with renowned tutor Naomi Lyons. Over two days, Naomi will demonstrate techniques, tricks of the trade and shortcuts before providing guided support as you capture Wisley s beautiful gardens for yourself. The workshops will take place outdoors with a covered space provided if the weather is inclement. Absolute beginners very welcome. Fee: RHS Members 162 Event code: 12680 Non-RHS Members 175 Includes refreshment vouchers Venue: Meet at the birdbath inside Maximum 12 places the garden entrance An Introduction to Botanical Art in Coloured Pencil with Ann Swan Two-day course: Tuesday 28 and Wednesday 29 June 10.15am to 4.15pm Tutor: Ann Swan Learn how to capture nature to stunning effect in coloured pencil with artist Ann Swan. This course is for those that would like to try their hand at botanical art or learn techniques in using coloured pencils as a medium. Ann will give guided demonstrations and individual tuition to teach you the skills of creating beautiful and accurate botanical drawings. Attendees are asked to bring their own materials to this course as these are not provided. A detailed list will be sent out at the time of booking. Fee: RHS Members 162 Event code: 12683 Non-RHS Members 175 Includes a light lunch Skill level: Beginner Maximum 15 places Lino Printing: Plants and Flowers Two-day course: Tuesday 16 and Wednesday 17 August 10.15am to 4.15pm Tutor: Laura Boswell Enjoy the bold method of colour linocut. From design to finished print, this friendly and fun class includes lots of hints and tips for printing at home without a press. You ll work with a selection of simple colours creating the designs of your choice. Ideal for the complete novice or intermediate printer. Fee: RHS Members 172, Non-RHS Members 185 Event code: 12685 Maximum 12 places 36 37
Creative Willow Weaving: Handled Baskets Wednesday 14 September 10.30am to 4.15pm Tutor: Nicki Rowling Join Nicki Rowling, a local willow weaver, for an introduction to basket weaving. Learn the basic skills of this ancient craft and spend a relaxing day creating your own basket to take home. All materials will be provided on the day and are included in the price of the course. Please come equipped with suitable clothing and gloves. Fee: RHS Members 85, Non-RHS Members 98 Event code: 12686 Maximum 10 places Perfect Petals Using Wet-in-Wet Two-day course: Thursday 15 and Friday 16 September 10.15am to 4.15pm Tutor: Billy Showell The intricate details of petals can make them difficult to portray delicately. Artist Billy Showell will teach you how to paint perfect petals using the wet-in-wet watercolour technique to help you to achieve realistic-looking results. This course aims to encourage, teach and support all levels of ability. A suggested equipment list will be sent out to attendees prior to the course. Fee: RHS Members 162, Non-RHS Members 175 Event code: 12687 Maximum 13 places Japanese Ink Painting Wednesday 5 October 10.15am to 4.15pm Tutor: Talia Lehavi Take a trip into the wonderful world of Japanese ink painting. The appeal of this technique is in the flow of the brush and the seemingly effortless minimalistic stroke that suggests a bamboo in the wind. It is an art form of economy, using one brush and one colour to reflect upon nature s harmonies. You will learn to paint with the Asian brush by seeing demonstrations by Talia, as well as one-on-one time with the tutor and plenty of practice time for you to create your own ink paintings. Tools and materials will be supplied. Please bring an apron and a notepad. Fee: RHS Members 96 Non-RHS Members 109 Event code: 12688 Maximum 12 places Screen Printing: Fabulous Florals Two-day course: Monday 10 and Tuesday 11 October 10.15am to 4.15pm Tutor: Hannah McVicar Discover how to produce a two-colour floral screen-print in this two-day course. Illustrator and printmaker Hannah McVicar will guide you through the preparation of how to design and create stencils for your floral inspired print. The following day you will see the results of your hard work and create a small edition of a two colour screen-print. Absolute beginners welcome. All materials will be provided on the day and are included in the course price. Fee: RHS Members 162 Event code: 12689 Non-RHS Members 175 Includes a light lunch Maximum 8 places Japanese Woodblock Printing: Capturing the Essence of Autumn Two-day course: Wednesday 19 and Thursday 20 October 10.15am to 4.15pm Tutor: Laura Boswell Join renowned printmaker Laura Boswell for this two-day course in the wonderful art of Japanese woodblock printing. Traditional Japanese woodblock is a sensitive and beautiful print process using watercolour and rice. This ancient method produced the iconic woodblock prints from Japan s Edo Period. It is a table top process, requiring no press and uses totally non-toxic materials. Don t miss this opportunity to learn in a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. Fee: RHS Members 172, Non-RHS Members 185 Event code: 12690 Maximum 12 places Creative 38 39
Creative Christmas Cocktails Thursday 24 November 10.30am to 4pm Tutor: Lottie Muir Delight your guests this party season with some unusual but delicious cocktails. Cocktail gardener Lottie Muir of The Midnight Apothecary will guide you through making beautiful, heavenly cocktails with ingredients fresh from your garden. She will teach you how to make infusions, syrups, bitters and liqueurs and put them together to create wild and wonderful cocktails like no other you will have tasted before. Please note that attendees on this course must be over the age of 18 as this session will include tasting alcohol. It is advisable to make transportation arrangements for the day. Fee: RHS Members 96, Non-RHS Members 109 Event code: 12692 Maximum 14 places Christmas Wreaths Thursday 1 December or Friday 2 December 10.30am to 1.30pm Tutor: Sussex Flower School Georgia Miles If you have ever wanted to create your own real wreath for Christmas, now is your opportunity. Georgia from The Sussex Flower School will show you how in a relaxed and fun environment surrounded by the magical backdrop of RHS Garden Wisley in all its winter charm. It doesn t matter if you are a complete beginner, Georgia will guide you through the process, showing you how to create a traditional moss base covered in seasonal foliage. You will then get creative using the wide selection of decorations provided to make your wreath unique. We promise you fun, expert tuition and a fabulous wreath to take home. All materials are included in the cost of the course. Fee: RHS Members 75 Event code: Non-RHS Members 88 Thursday 1 December: 12694 Friday 2 December: 12695 Maximum 15 places Creative Harvest Cookery Friday 21 October 9am to 1.30pm Tutor: Taste of Wisley Chef Join us in the garden before it is open to discover what delights are ready for harvest, and take in some top growing tips from our expert growers at Wisley. You will join our Taste of Wisley chefs for an interactive cookery class using harvest produce. The session ends with a three-course lunch. All materials are included in the price. There will be plenty of tasting opportunities so please bring your appetite with you. Fee: RHS Members 75, Non-RHS Members 88 Venue: Clore Learning Centre Event code: 12691 Includes lunch Maximum 15 places Christmas Decorations from your Garden Saturday 26 November 10.15am to 4.15pm Christmas will be here before you know it and now is the time to start thinking about making your home festive. Join our RHS team for some inspiration on ways to turn twigs, bark, seed heads and other unassuming items from your garden into charming, rustic decorations that will look lovely in your home and also make unique gifts. Fee: RHS Members 96, Non-RHS Members 109 Event code: 12693 Maximum 12 places Christmas Decorations in Willow Saturday 3 December 10.15am to 12.45pm or 1.45pm to 4.15pm Tutor: Nicki Rowling Get in the Christmas mood while you learn to make natural Christmas decorations for your house and garden in this practical workshop. Local willow weaver Nicki Rowling will demonstrate and instruct while you make chains, wreaths, stars, lanterns and Christmas trees to dress your home. All materials will be provided on the day, please bring a pair of gardening gloves. Fee: RHS Members 52 Event code: Non-RHS Members 65 Morning session: 12696 Afternoon session: 12697 Maximum 10 places 40 41
Photography Photography Creative Plant Photography with Andy Small Two-day course: Sunday 13 March and Sunday 20 March 10am to 4pm Tutor: Andy Small Andy Small is one of the UK s most original and influential fine art flower photographers. Spend two days with Andy learning about his creative approach to garden and plant photography and discover how he creates his iconic images. The first day will begin indoors with a talk on plant photography and the fundamentals of creating stunning images. There will be a combination of practical photography sessions out in the garden and time back in the studio with an emphasis on macro work. The second day will cover further practical techniques, image processing and a review of your photographs. Please bring your own camera a digital SLR is preferable. Fee: RHS Members 192 Event code: 12446 Non-RHS Members 205 Includes a light lunch Venue: Clore Learning Centre Maximum 15 places A Beginner s Guide to Digital Photography Two-day course: Saturday 7 May and Saturday 21 May 10am to 4pm Tutor: Adrian Davies If you have a digital camera (DSLR, CSC or compact) and wish to learn how to get the best from it this is the course for you. The day will look at camera settings, lenses, file formats, basic image processing and printing. Little prior knowledge is assumed. There will be some time allocated for photography in the garden or glasshouse. Please bring your own camera. Fee: RHS Members 192 Event code: 12448 Non-RHS Members 205 Includes a light lunch Skill level: Beginner Venue: Clore Learning Centre Maximum 15 places Garden Photography Master Class with Clive Nichols Friday 13 May 10.15am to 4pm Tutor: Clive Nichols This course begins with an illustrated lecture followed by practical sessions in the garden, where students can learn about the techniques honed by Clive over a twenty-year career as a professional flower and garden photographer. Clive is a very experienced teacher and will show you how to get the most from your camera whatever your skill level. Please bring your own camera a digital SLR camera is preferable. Fee: RHS Members 126 Event code: 12449 Non-RHS Members 139 Includes a light lunch Maximum 15 places Plant Photography Master Class with Adrian Davies Sunday 26 June 10.15am to 4pm Tutor: Adrian Davies Join expert photographer and author Adrian Davies on this one-day workshop, aimed at helping you take technically perfect and visually exciting images of plants. Following an introduction to plant photography there will be sessions in the garden and glasshouse, as well as indoors. Please bring you camera (DSLR preferred), lenses and tripod if you have them. Fee: RHS Members 126, Non-RHS Members 139 Event code: 12450 Maximum 15 places Close-up and Macro Photography with Adrian Davies Saturday 20 August 10am to 4pm Tutor: Adrian Davies This course concentrates entirely on close-up and macro photography, and is designed for more experienced photographers using DSLR or compact cameras. It will look at photography both in the field and indoors. There will be at least one session during the day in the garden or glasshouse, where camera settings, lenses and use of flash will be demonstrated. Please bring you own camera, tripod, and any close-up accessories you have. Fee: RHS Members 126, Non-RHS Members 139 Skill level: Intermediate Event code: 12451 Maximum 15 places 34 42 43 35 Photography
Photography The Invisible World of Plants Sunday 4 September 10am to 4pm Tutor: Adrian Davies We are excited to bring you this unique opportunity to explore the world of high-speed, time-lapse, ultraviolet and infrared photography with expert photographer Adrian Davies. Discover the potential of photography for revealing unseen aspects of plants, from events that are too fast or too slow for the eye to perceive, using high-speed and time-lapse techniques. This day will be primarily demonstration-based, though students are welcome to bring their own cameras. Though some of the techniques require specialist equipment, much of the day will concentrate on how students can achieve similar results with the minimum of outlay. Fee: RHS Members 96 Event code: 12452 Non-RHS Members 109 Includes a light lunch Maximum 15 places Close-up Photography with Clive Nichols Friday 23 September 10am to 4pm Tutor: Clive Nichols This course begins with an illustrated lecture followed by practical sessions in the garden where students can learn about the techniques honed by Clive over a twenty-year career as a professional flower and garden photographer. Clive is a very experienced teacher and will show you how to get the most from your camera whatever your skill level. Please bring your own camera, tripod and any other appropriate accessories. Fee: RHS Members 126 Event code: 12453 Non-RHS Members 139 Includes a light lunch Skill level: Intermediate Maximum 15 places Creative Plant Photography with Andy Small Two-day course: Sunday 2 and Sunday 9 October 10am to 4pm Tutor: Andy Small Andy Small is one of the UK s most original and influential fine art flower photographers. Spend two days with Andy learning about his creative approach to garden and plant photography and discover how he creates his iconic images. The first day will include indoor talks on plant photography and the fundamentals of creating stunning images, sessions of practical photography out in the garden as well as studio sessions indoors with an emphasis on close-up macro work. The second day will cover further practical techniques, image processing and a review of your photographs. Please bring your own camera a digital SLR is preferable. Fee: RHS Members 192 Event code: 12454 Non-RHS Members 205 Includes a light lunch Venue: Clore Learning Centre Maximum 15 places Capturing Autumn Colour with Adrian Davies Saturday 22 October 10am to 4pm Tutor: Adrian Davies Capture the vibrancy and depth of autumn colour in this one-day workshop with expert tutor Adrian Davies. There will be at least two sessions in the garden where camera settings and lenses will be demonstrated whilst photographing the stunning Wisley autumn colours. There will also be sessions on image processing and printing. Please bring your camera, lenses and tripod if you have them. Fee: RHS Members 96 Event code: 12455 Non-RHS Members 109 Includes a light lunch Maximum 15 places Creative Photography with Andy Small Saturday 14 January 2017 10am to 4pm Tutor: Andy Small Spend a day with Andy Small, one of the UK s most original and influential fine art flower photographers, to learn about his creative approach to garden and plant photography and discover how he creates his iconic images. This workshop will include talks on plant photography and the fundamentals of creating stunning images followed by sessions of practical photography out in the garden and studio sessions indoors with an emphasis on close up macro work. Please bring your own camera, a digital SLR is preferable. Fee: RHS Members 96 Event code: 12456 Non-RHS Members 109 Includes a light lunch Venue: Clore Learning Centre Maximum 15 places Photography 34 44 45 35
Further information Any updated course information can be found on the Education section on the courses & workshops page of the RHS website at rhs.org.uk Keep up to date with our latest news, offers, competitions and details of any new courses we are trialling at RHS Garden Wisley: @RHSWisley Ticket Information: All tickets must be booked in advance. www.facebook.com/rhswisley Your tickets should arrive within 10 days of booking. In the unlikely event that they fail to arrive or you have a query regarding your tickets, please telephone 020 3176 5830 between 9am 5pm Monday to Friday. Non-Members may become a member of the RHS at the time of booking and pay the members price. Tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled by the RHS. RHS Garden Wisley reserves the right to cancel an event and in these circumstances will fully refund course fees. All events will run subject to a minimum number of students. The decision as to whether the course goes ahead is made one week in advance of the event; therefore you are strongly advised to book before this time. Circumstances may require that event tutors change from those named in this brochure. Provided a tutor of equal standing is secured, participants will not be notified in advance. Refunds will only be given in the unlikely event that a replacement tutor is unavailable. All the events are non-residential; details of local accommodation are available on request. If catering is provided and you have specific dietary requirements or food allergies please let us know at least five days in advance of the event. It may not be possible to accommodate your request on the day. Whilst we can accommodate most dietary requirements, please do note that our food is prepared in a kitchen where gluten and other allergens are also present. Unless specified, the events are run specifically for adults. We regret that we are unable to admit children under 16 to any event. Some of the creative courses require attendees to bring their own equipment. This is specified in the brochure. An equipment list is sent with booking confirmation or can be requested in advance by contacting adultlearning@rhs.org.uk All photography courses, unless otherwise stated, require attendees to bring a camera. Our courses and workshops are designed to be informative, friendly and fun. Please kindly note that whilst you may leave with some expertise, these courses do not count towards any formal qualifications. Access: Our facilities are accessible for wheelchair users. Please contact the courses and workshops team on 01483 479748 or at adultlearning@rhs.org.uk if you have any specific needs or requirements. Wheelchairs: RHS Garden Wisley has a number of manual wheelchairs which are available to borrow at the garden entrance. Mobility scooters: Three scooters are available for use which must be pre-booked by ringing 01483 224234. A 5 returnable deposit is payable. There will be a short questionnaire and trial before hire so it is advised that you allow an extra five minutes on your travelling time. Facilities: Hillside Events Centre and the Clore Learning Centre are both fitted with a hearing loop and have disabled access toilets. Carers and translators: Attendants cannot be provided, but one companion is admitted free of charge per person whose disability or situation necessitates a carer. If companions wish to be included in refreshments during the course please state this and pay for refreshments at the time of booking. Admission: Admission to RHS Garden Wisley is included in the price of the course ticket. Weather: Many of our courses include outdoor activities. Please ensure that you dress appropriately for the weather with suitable footwear. Parking: Car parking is free. We regret that we are unable to allow cars into the garden but if you need help with equipment or transport from the garden entrance to the course venue please contact the courses and workshops team at least seven days in advance who will be able to assist. Please allow extra time for parking on weekend courses. Join the RHS and save money on courses today! RHS Members enjoy: Free days out at RHS Gardens with a family guest and more than 150 Partner Gardens across the UK at selected periods Practical gardening tips from The Garden monthly magazine and personalised gardening advice from our RHS Advisors Members days, priority booking, and discounted tickets at RHS Shows including RHS Chelsea Flower Show. To join Visit rhs.org.uk Call 020 3176 5820 (weekdays 9am 5pm) At the entrance to RHS Garden Wisley Over the phone at the time of booking a course Student? Visit rhs.org.uk/student to learn about our special Student rates. Terms and Conditions apply to membership prices and benefits; ask at the garden entrance or visit rhs.org.uk/join Offer is valid until 31.12.16 46 47
How to book By Telephone 020 3176 5830 (local rate) Monday Friday, 9am 5pm By Post Send a cheque made payable to the RHS including your daytime telephone number, event code number and, if applicable, membership number to: Events Booking A3 RHS Membership Department M25 JUNCTION 10 PO Box 313 M25 London SW1P 9YR M25 WEST Heathrow (M3, M4, M40, M1) (M11 optional) 01483 479 748 adultlearning@rhs.org.uk Take slip road off Adult Learning, A3 and RHS follow Garden signs Wisley A3 Woking, Surrey to GU23 Wisley Garden 6QB RHS GARDEN WISLEY rhs.org.uk/wisley Ripley GUILDFORD Ockham LONDON Wisley information and enquiries M25 M25 EAST Gatwick (M23, M26, M20) (M11 optional) Effingham To request a copy of this brochure in Take slip road off A3 large print or an alternative and follow signs format please to Wisley Garden contact: adultlearning@rhs.org.uk RHS Registered Charity No: 222879/SC038262 Images RHS, Shutterstock. Front cover image: Andy Small How to find us The garden lies between Cobham and Ripley in Surrey, off the main London to Portsmouth road (A3) south of Junction 10 off the M25. Follow the brown tourist flower signs on the A3 and M25 to RHS Garden Wisley. Parking is free. M25 M25 WEST Heathrow (M3, M4, M40, M1) (M11 optional) Take slip road off A3 and follow signs to Wisley Garden RHS GARDEN WISLEY Ripley GUILDFORD M25 JUNCTION 10 A3 Take slip road off A3 and follow signs to Wisley Garden Ockham LONDON A3 Effingham M25 M25 EAST Gatwick (M23, M26, M20)