why choose us?
Our tutorial support is second-to-none! You'll be assigned a personal tutor as soon as you enrol who will work with you all the way through. You can contact your tutor directly at any time if you have any questions or problems, or if you would just like a chat about how the course is going. Tutorial support is by e-mail and/or telephone.
course outline:
Module 1: Why a Wildlife Garden? Explore the importance of wildlife gardening. Learn about wildlife garden design and layout. Understand the importance of an organic approach to wildlife gardening. Location. The needs of human inhabitants.
Module 2: Ecology in the Wildlife Garden. Creating a balanced ecosystem. Garden ecology. Understanding wild populations. Global footprint. Succession. The growing environment. Creating a balanced and abundant wildlife garden. Creating a healthy soil.
Module 3: More on Wildlife Garden Design. A full plan of your wildlife garden. Effective assessment of a site. Wildlife potential. The role of hard landscaping. Key design elements. Choosing the right plants for your wildlife garden - the history of gardens and native plants. A complete planting plan. Understanding planting elements. Borders and beds.
Module 4: The Wetland Habitat: The Wildlife pond. Location, design and maintenance. Boggy and marshy areas. Selecting the right plants. Creating a wetland area. Populating your pond. Attracting new species into your garden. Supplementary food sources for wildlife.
