Samye Ling Visual Guide
Information about the various parts of Samye LingLike stars, mists and candleflames,
Mirages, dew drops and water bubbles
Like dreams, lightning and clouds.
In that way I will view all composite phenomena.
Mirages, dew drops and water bubbles
Like dreams, lightning and clouds.
In that way I will view all composite phenomena.
Weekend Workshops
Our weekend workshops are ideal if you want to know a little bit more to help you with your own garden or if you'd like a taster before signing up to one of our longer courses. You will gain experience of a variety of seasonal tasks and get handouts to take home. Through these weekends, skills can be accrued for SVQ units and no previous experience is required. Workshops are limited to 3 participants so please book ahead. Course fees are £65 a weekend, and you may be eligible for ILA sponsorship to cover this through Learn Direct Scotland.Preparation and Early Sowing
MarchCutting back and clearing ground to prepare deep beds and incorporating organic matter. Understanding the requirements of the soil, for example, pH testing and crop rotation. How to use the bio-dynamic calendar to sow into drills, trays, pots and modules and learning the needs of each crop.
Main crop Sowing and Planting Out
MayPreparation to sow seeds and potatoes, planting out leaf crops, salads, greenhouse tomatoes and peppers. Making potting compost and pricking out. dividing herbaceous perennials, e.g. chives, vervain and skullcap, monitoring environmental conditions and pest control.
Tending and Harvesting Crops
August
September
Successional
sowings and planting out, mixing compost, weeding and watering,
assembling support for crops. Picking salads and leaf crops, picking
and drying herbs. Making liquid manure and comfrey water. Harvesting
the fruit and veg.
For more information contact:
Tel: 013873 73232 Ext 313
