This day-long course on vegetable gardening will cover seed sowing, raising seedlings, planting, plant care and harvesting, addressing the requirements of different vegetable crops. It will highlight seasonal tasks and will include a discussion about soil health and plant nutrition, helping attendees to plan their planting strategy and make the most of their growing space. Part of the afternoon will be spent in the nursery glasshouse and the Schools Garden practising some of the horticultural techniques discussed.

Peter Wrapson is an experienced horticulturalist who specialises in food growing. Previously the Head Gardener for Jamie Oliver, Peter now manages the Cambridge community farm CoFarm and works at the Botanic Garden.