The grass species they want you to learn are: For an ornamental lawn - Agrostis capillaris and Festuca rubra subsp. commutata For a utility law - Lolium perenne and Poa pratensis Benefits of growing a lawn from seed Seed is easy to handleSeed is easier to transportthere is a greater range of mixtures available to… Continue reading R2112 Lawns
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R2112 Aquatic plants
I find this section difficult, just because I don't have a pond and have never worked on one. The plants are therefore a complete mystery! You do not have to describe how to make a pond in this section - a relief because I have no intention of doing that either. The syllabus asks you… Continue reading R2112 Aquatic plants
R2112 Alpines and Rock plants
There is almost certainly going to be a question on Alpines and Rock plants. Note that this does not include heaths, heathers and conifers, so I would guess that if you name any of these plants you would not get the marks. Alpine plants = plants native to high mountainous habitats above the tree line.… Continue reading R2112 Alpines and Rock plants
R2112 Shrubs and trees
For this section, the syllabus asks you to be able to name: 10 trees no taller than 10 metres in height, suitable for a domestic garden, eg: Malus x zumi 'Golden Hornet', Acer griseum5 trees grown for winter interest eg: Acer griseum, Prunus serrula. Do not name evergreen trees here.5 trees for autumn display eg:… Continue reading R2112 Shrubs and trees
R2112 Herbaceous perennials and bulbs
There is almost always a question covering this area. The syllabus asks you to learn: 10 herbaceous perennials for growing in a border eg: Hemerocallis fulva, Paperver orientale, Sedum spectabile, Verbena bonariensis.5 herbaceous perennials for growing in shade eg: Brunnera macrophylla, Astrantia maxima.5 herbaceous perennials for growing as ground cover eg: Alchemilla mollis, Geranium macrorrhizum.4… Continue reading R2112 Herbaceous perennials and bulbs
R2112 Understanding the choice, establishment and maintenance of garden plants and lawns
Bedding plants Definitions to learn: Bedding: fast-growing plants used for a temporary display. Usually used in flower beds eg: Pelargonium zonale, Impatiens wallerianaHardy: a plant which is able to withstand cold temperatures below -5oC. However, if the plant is in a pot, it may need some protection. eg: Primula vulgaris, Viola x wittrockiana.Half-hardy: a plant… Continue reading R2112 Understanding the choice, establishment and maintenance of garden plants and lawns
Gardening studies 