Growing Orchids Online Course
| Full Fee | $595.00 incl GST - Best Value! |
| Payment Plan | $800.00 incl GST |
Exam Optional
Tutor Support Yes unlimited by email
Qualification Certificate
Orchids belong to one of the two largest families of flowering plants, Orchidaceae. Orchids are found globally growing in nearly every habitat including Macquarie Island and above the artic circle! Growing orchids is challenging but worth while, and there are many tricks of the trade.
Careerline’s Orchid growing course will help you to succeed in growing these fantastic plants. This course will help you to:
- understand orchids from a botanical viewpoint
- succeed in improving your orchids flowers
- teach you about orchid propagation
- learn about the incredible range of orchids
- learn about commercial orchid culture
- learn about the unique Australian native orchids!
- harvest techniques and post harvest handling
Course Aims:
- Understand the system of plant classification and naming
- Gain an insight into the appropriate way to grow a range of different orchid species.
- Understand common methods of Orchid Propagation
- Understand the basics of the structure, taxonomy and culture of Cymbidiums and Dendrobiums
- Learn about some of the more commonly grown orchids apart from Dendrobiums and Cattleyas
- Learn about orchids native to your locality
- Understand a range of alternative ways in which to grow orchids
- Research two commercial orchid growing establishments
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Detailed Course Outline
This course is made up of a number of lessons or units. Each of these has self assessment questions, a set task (practical homework) and an assignment which you can upload online. Click below to read about each of the lessons and what you will learn.
There are 8 Lessons in this course:
Introduction
- Introduction to Orchid Species
- Plant Names and the System for Naming Orchids
- Orchid sub families and tribes
- Plant Name Pronunciation
- Orchid Plant structure.
- Resources
- Terminology
Orchid Culture
- Overview of Growing Orchids
- Guidelines; temperature, light, humidity, ventilation, watering, feeding, potting mixes
- Growing Cattleyas
- Substrates for Geophytes and Epiphytes
- Understanding Soils; texture, pH, nutrient availability, fertility
- Mycorrhyza and Orchids
- Propagating and Potting Media
- Nutrients and Nutrition
- Plant Health; orchid pests, orchid diseases, other problems
- Pruning Orchids
- Watering Orchids
Propagation
- Sexual vs. asexual propagation
- Asexual Propagating sympodial Orchids
- Asexual Propagation of Monopodial Epiphytes
- Aerial Offset Propagation (Keikis)
- Propagating Orchids by Seed
- Hybrid Seed Production
- Harvesting Orchid Seed
- Flasking Method of Seed Sowing
- Tissue (Meristem) Culture of Orchids
- Propagation Equipment; greenhouses, hotbeds, cold frames, mist systems, furo light boxes, etc
Cymbidiums And Dendrobiums
- Cymbidium culture
- Dendrobium Types -soft cane, hard cane, black haired
- Dendrobium Culture
- Dendrobium species
Cattleyas, Vandas And Other Commonly Grown Orchids
- Cattleya varieties and culture
- Vandas; main species and culture
- Odontoglossum
- Oncidium -types (climbing and spreading), culture
- Paphiopedalum (Slipper Orchids)
- Phalaenopsis (Moth Orchids)
- Pleione (Indian Crocus)
- Crucifix Orchids (Epidendrum)
Australian Native Orchids
- Endemic, naturalised and indigenous plantsProblem Based Learning Project, with the following Learning Outcomes:
- Determine which species of orchids are most commonly sold in your locality.
- Determine orchid varieties which are being grown in your locality
- Determine any orchid genera suited to growing in a warm climate.
Growing Orchids: Commercial and general uses
- Cut Flower Production of Orchids
- Basket Plants
- Epiphytes
- Review of Orchid Genera for Cut Flower Production
- Environmental Requirements for many significant orchid genera
- Vanilla Bean Culture and Production
- Greenhouse Management for Orchids
Harvest and Special Project On One Group Of Orchids
- Writing a schedule for production of an Orchid Crop
- Harvest and Post Harvest of Selected Orchid Cut Flowers; bud opening, transport, storing flowers, etc
- Cattleya, Cymbidium, Dendrobium
When you have completed the lessons of your Certificate course, you will be given the option of taking the optional exam. It's okay if you don't want the exam, we still issue your Careerline Certificate. For Advanced Certificates however, the exam is compulsory (per module) and are included in the course fee.
Course Tutor(s)
Barbara Tremain BSc. (Hons) Horticulture, RHS Adv. Cert,. RHS General, City & Guilds Garden Design, Permaculture Level 3 (UK)
Barbara brings to Careerline a wide range of horticultural experience and knowledge Barbara has a keen interest in herbalism, edible wild plants and has lead into studies of many plant based complementary medicinal systems, qualification as a Bach Flower remedy practitioner and studying Ethnobotany. Barbara has practiced and studied horticulture as well as combining it with her love of travel in many countries including the UK, US and Australia and has also studied Permaculture and runs her own horticulture business. Within the past two years she have also worked for Groundwork SW with 18-24 year old unemployed people, this work and the mentoring scheme has allowed me to teach informally. It has been a delight to nurture the interests of keen learners in horticulture and garden design. Meanwhile the business has covered a variety of Garden Design projects, from wildflower gardens to seaside situations, and has included some work with Chelsea Gold multi-winner John Moreland.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I pay in installments?
Yes! We offer great payment plans, however full payment up front is the cheapest. You can choose the best payment plan for you from the course page, or call us on 07 55368782 to talk to one of our course consultants for a custom plan.
Can I study from anywhere in the world?
We have many international students. Careerline's range of courses are suitable for any one, anywhere in the world.
Do I get a discount if I enroll in a second course?
Yes. You may claim a 5% fee discount when you enroll in a second course, and a further 10% off a three-course package.
Do I have to sit an Exam?
No. If you are enrolled in a Certificate course (100hrs), the exam is optional. You will be issued with a certificate which proves that you are competent in all units, if you choose not to sit the exam.
Do you have set start dates?
There are no set start dates, you may start at any time. Our courses are all self-paced. As our home page says, ‘Courses for Anyone, Anywhere, Anytime’. ‘Anytime’ includes the start time of your choice. However, we do encourage our students to submit assignments on a regular basis. Wherever possible, we suggest developing a study routine.