Ken D Xterior Design
Courses currently available.
Here you will find a complete list of courses on offer and details of these courses.
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This 5 day course is designed for the general public and is intended to be a practically based course whereby participants can learn the basics of garden designing that they can apply to their own garden or a part thereof.
The Course covers the following topics:
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A history of garden design
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Different garden styles
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Defining personal preferences
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Site analysis, basic surveying and zoning
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Design principles and goals
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Working with plants and hard landscaping elements
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Drawing scale plans and working out quantities
One of the biggest mistakes lovers of bonsai make is believing that bonsais MUST be started from seed!! It will take you a lifetime!. In fact it is quite acceptable to start a bonsai from an already established tree that can be bought from a nursery.
In this fun and creative course the following areas are covered:
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The background to bonsai growing
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The horticultural aspects and care of bonsai
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Bonsai styles and basic techniques
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Starting your bonsai from established nursery stock
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Potting, wiring and training your bonsai
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Displaying your bonsai.
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Aimed at general gardeners, Garden maintenance companies and landscapers.
This course will equip gardeners and horticultural workers with the basic knowledge that will improve their performance and a deeper understanding of the reasons and science behind their work.
NOTE: This course includes a formal assessment and the issuing of a non-accredited certificate of competence. In addition, the portfolio of evidence and assessment results are registered with AgriSETA and any recognition of prior learning (RPL) is also noted and credited accordingly.
For more detailed information on the recognition of skills according to the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) visit their website or click here.