The English Gardening School

Diploma Gardening Courses

Our Diploma courses have been the launch pad for many of our best known designers, planting advisors and horticulturists. Exhibiting at the Chelsea Flower Show and other RHS shows, breaking into gardening journalism, or supplying planting advice to media organizations are some of the graduate options.

To find out more about our next Diploma courses and to apply please see below.

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Our current Diploma Gardening Courses

Advanced Practical Horticulture

'Good gardens are not simply a matter of choosing plants and arranging them together. More often they are the rewarding result of several decades of hard work' Rosemary Alexander

Advanced Practical Horticulture Ten monthly sessions | Wednesdays | January to November 2027 The natural next step for graduates of the Good Gardening Diploma, this course builds on the knowledge acquired to develop advanced techniques and a deeper understanding of garden management. Working in two contrasting gardens ...

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Essential Garden Design Diploma

An overview of all aspects of garden design

Are you considering a transition into the garden design profession or looking to create your own stunning garden?  This course provides a comprehensive overview of all aspects of garden design, aimed at those considering a transition into the profession and passionate amateurs. You’ll start with the fundamentals, ...

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Good Gardening Diploma

Our internationally renowned signature course, covering training in the more serious aspect of horticultural practice

A year of practical, plant-focused learning Are you looking to deepen your horticultural knowledge, gain the confidence to transform your own garden, or take the first step towards a career in horticulture? This course gives you a thorough, practical grounding across the full gardening year, aimed at ...

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