Description

WHAT'S IT ALL ABOUT?

Stop Guessing. Start Designing.

Love your garden.... but not quite sure what to do with it?

This course is a practical and inspiring introduction to creating home gardens that are functional, beautiful and suited to Australian conditions.

Whether you're starting from scratch, renovating, or trying to make sense of an existing space, this course walks you step-by-step through the real-world design process used by professional landscape designers.

From understanding your site and soil, to developing a clear layout and selecting plants with confidence, you'll learn how to turn ideas into clear achievable plans.

You will explore:
- Australian climate zones and soil types
- How to assess sun, shade, slope and drainage
- Measuring your space and drafting a simple base plan
- Core design principles, including scale, balance, repetition and flow
- Zoning outdoor areas for lifestyle and usability
- Practical strategies for selecting plants
- Foundations of sustainable and water-wise design
- Common design mistakes and how to avoid them

The course blends structured theory with applied exercises, ensuring you don't just learn concepts - you learn how to use them.

WHO'S IT FOR?

This course is ideal for:
- Homeowners planning a new build or renovation
- Anyone wanting to redesign or improve an existing garden
- Beginners seeking clarity, structure and guidance
- Creative thinkers who love plants but want help 'pulling it all together'
- Individuals considering further study in horticulture or landscape design

No prior experience is required - just an interest in gardens and a willingness to learn

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

. No design or horticulture background is necessary
. The course is accessible, supportive and suited to adult learners
. Basic measuring skills are helpful but not essential
. You're welcome to bring photos of your own garden for practical exercises (optional)

The focus is on residential garden design within Australian contexts, with an emphasis on realistic, achievable outcomes.

OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE

By the end of the course, you will be able to:
- Confidently assess a garden site
- Prepare a simple, scaled base plan
- Apply fundamental garden design principles
- Develop a practical and functional layout
- Select plants suited to specific site conditions
- Understand soil preparation and sustainable design considerations
- Create a preliminary concept for your own garden space

You will leave with practical tools, increased confidence and a clear design framework that you can continue to build on - whether for your own home or as a pathway into further study.