The B.E.S.T. in Horticulture Group

Correspondence Courses

Correspondence Courses If you want to study RHS courses at home,  but prefer printed course materials, our correspondence option gives you full-colour printed course books for each unit, with revision workbooks, but you also have access to online resources to get reminders about exam dates and chat with other students. You will have support from […]

Online

Online Courses Dedicated online classrooms for each qualification,  study where and when it suits you. Depending on your course you can: download materials from your ‘virtual classroom’ to read offline, log in to view interactive materials, take quizzes and get reminders and updates about examinations, contact your tutor and upload work for comments, or keep […]

New RHS Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Plant Growth and Development

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Face to Face Courses Hands-on Practical Courses RHS Theory Courses RHS Practical Courses C&G NPTC Certificate of Competence Courses Short Courses Visit RHS Website RHS Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Plant Growth and Development In 2026-7 this course will run at Ryton on Tuesday afternoon and at Bampton on Monday afternoon.  Booking is […]

Plant Propagation

Face to Face Courses Hands-on Practical Courses RHS Theory Courses RHS Practical Courses C&G NPTC Certificate of Competence Courses Short Courses Plant Propagation This is a hands-on course for enthusiasts to discover and try out for themselves a wide range of seasonal propagation techniques with an expert propagator, ranging from taking cuttings, simple division, layering […]

Best Bytes online learning

B.E.S.T. Bytes online learning B.E.S.T. Bytes is a series of bite-sized courses. Each course is focused on a single topic, which allows you to gain an understanding of that subject before moving on. Some of the B.E.S.T. Bytes have related content and by working through a group you can build up a wider knowledge of […]

RHS Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Plant Growth and Development

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Course leading to the RHS Level 2 theory Certificate, with high quality printed course materials, strong exam preparation and expert tutor support backed up by the online classroom of an RHS-Approved Centre. 18 months enrolment, can be started at any time of year, with exams in February and June.

DIY Garden Design

Distance Courses Best Bytes online learning Online Correspondence Courses Blended Learning DIY Garden Design Do It Yourself Garden Design is a supported distance learning experience that will enable you to design your own garden, or gardens for others, to a professional standard. There is an optional design pack which you can buy to accompany this […]

Certificate in Organic Horticulture

Distance Courses Best Bytes online learning Online Correspondence Courses Blended Learning Certificate in Organic Horticulture This qualification is designed to enable you to plan, construct and maintain a complete organic garden; it is suitable for anyone who has an interest in organic horticulture. There are no formal entry requirements and it is suitable for a […]