Agriculture • Evening
Horticulture Level 1
Plant propagation, composting, pruning and nursery management — the practical groundwork for growing and caring for plants properly. An evening course, so you can train around work.
Duration
12–16 weeks
Schedule
Tue & Thu
5:00pm – 7:30pm
Location
GARD Center
Mercers Creek
Course fee
EC$600
+ EC$150 registration (non-refundable)
Payment plan available
What you'll learn
The work is hands-on and happens on our own grounds. You'll learn how plants are raised, fed and kept healthy — and how a nursery is run.
- Plant propagation — raising new plants from cuttings, seed and division.
- Composting — turning waste into healthy soil.
- Fertilization — feeding plants correctly and at the right time.
- Mulching, mowing & pruning — the maintenance that keeps plantings healthy.
- Types of ornamentals — identifying and caring for the plants used in landscaping.
- Introduction to equipment — using and maintaining the tools of the trade safely.
- Nursery management — running a growing operation from day to day.
Who it's for
- Anyone in Antigua & Barbuda who wants to work with plants, from beginners upward.
- People already working during the day — classes run two evenings a week.
- No experience needed, just a willingness to work outdoors.
Where it can take you
- Work in landscaping, grounds maintenance or a commercial nursery.
- Take on private garden and yard maintenance work of your own.
- Move on to Climate Smart Agriculture to add crop production and hydroponics.
Ready to get started?
Spaces are limited each intake. Apply below, or call us if you have a question first — we'd love to hear from you.
Apply for Horticulture Level 1
The application takes about 10 minutes and is best completed in one sitting. You'll need your date of birth, an emergency contact, your CXC results if you have them, and two referees who aren't family members. Select Horticulture Level 1 at the first step.
