An Introduction to Polytunnel Growing | Multiple Dates Available

Dates Available: Saturday 6th February | Saturday 16th October Time: 10am - 4pm Location: GROW HQ, Waterford Tutor: Richard Mee Winter is the ideal time of year to put in a polytunnel to grow crops that you can't grow outside in Ireland and extend your growing season at both ends. But where do you start? By the end of this one day course with Head Grower at GROW HQ, Richard Mee, you'll leave confident, ready to take your growing and crop cultivation skills to the next level. Join Richard and learn all the tips and tricks to polytunnel growing and enjoy your own organic, homegrown food all year round. What You'll Learn & Experience Siting, ventilation and temperature management Watering and irrigation basics Crop rotation and companion planting suited to tunnels Common pest and disease identification Building a seasonal sowing calendar for tunnel growing What to Expect on the Day Please arrive on time to settle in, meet your fellow participants and get ready for a full day of learning. Richard will take you out to the GROW HQ gardens where the polytunnels are. Richard will lead the session which will include some light hands-on experience. What's Included Enjoy tea or coffee on arrival before a full day of learning with Richard in the polytunnel. You’ll also enjoy light refreshments, and a delicious homemade GROW HQ lunch.