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Roses - 100 Hours Certificate Course

Roses 100 Hours Certificate Course

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If your passionate about growing Roses successfully and want to know more about the varieties and styles available in today’s market, then this online distance learning course is the right choice.

There are so many varieties to choose from; all having different, styles, colours and growth habits. The first step is to be begin by considering the style of rose that would best suit your situation. Styles of roses include bush roses, climbers, ramblers, miniatures, standards and weeping roses.

Roses come in a number of colours, including many scented varieties and are one of the most popular of all the garden flowers. They are easy to grow, have a good shelf life when well cared for and are designed and grown in borders, containers, over arches, pergolas and as ground plants. It is best to plant roses in the late Autumn and early Spring, because they are normally very hardy and many are resistant to the effects of frost. They can be grown in most soil types and once they are well bedded in can survive on existing moisture in the soil, although better blooms will depend on appropriate feeding.

In this Rose Growing course you’ll learn to do all of the above and to:

grow roses, as cut flowers, garden plants, landscape features
identify different rose species and varieties
understand about rose propagation, pruning, pest control, soil management and more
discover opportunities to work with roses -as a hobbyist, tradesman, professional horticulturist or small business operator

The value of their blooms however extends beyond the ornamental garden. Roses are grown for many reasons including: the cut flower trade, for perfume extraction, to harvest the hips and for rose oil. This course covers all these aspects and much more.

Learn the history of the rose, the confusing rose classification system, how to identify the different species, their general cultural needs (soils, pests and disease management and pruning), how to use roses in garden design and how to produce a commercial rose crop.

Not sure if our Roses course is the best one to take? Growing Roses expert Rosebie Morton recommended the program when she shared her top tips with readers of the Telegraph in 2014. Click Here to read the article.

Roses 100 Hours Course - ADL - Academy for Distance Learning

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Learning Goals

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Rose Diseases – What You Need to Know?

Rose Diseases

Black spot

This is a fungus disease that looks like black spots in a random scattering followed by yellowing of the leaves. The leaves will eventually fall from the bush and branches die back. This disease likes humid warm weather so to control black spot spray in spring before attack occurs. Some rose cultivars are more prone than others.

Control: burn the prunings in winter. Don’t overhead water as this can create the right conditions for the spread of disease. Sprays include Bordeaux or Kocide in spring prior to signs of the disease. Triforine is used when the disease is visible.

Powdery Mildew

This disease looks like a white powdery substance on the young shoots leaves and buds. Powdery mildew strikes when the weather is fine and mild with dewy nights in spring and autumn.

Control: chemical controls are effective (eg. sulphur, dinocap, benomyl, mancozeb, Bayleton), but many of these chemicals which were once widely used are now widely banned or restriucted in use. Ensuring good air flow and reducing water on foliage (eg. with drip irrigation rather than spray) can reduce mildew.

Rust

Rust is visible in spring as small orange rusty specks on the underside of the leaves. The top of the leaves show light green spots.

Control: with this disease, it is very important to remove and burn the infected plant parts as the infected fallen leaves will re-infect the roses the following year. Sprays such as mancozeb, maneb and those containing copper and/or sulphur are have been effective.

Wilt and Dieback

Shoots may dieback from the tip down. This may not be a specific disease it may be caused by waterlogging, dryness, frost damage, mildew, black spot or another problem such as insufficient nutrients.

Control: cut off the infected part at a bud below the dead area and burn the infected parts.

Natural control: cut off infected parts and burn. In extreme cases cut back to 30 cm beyond the limit of tissue death. Always disinfect tools between cuts. Check drainage and ameliorate if ground is waterlogged. Feed and water if infection is not severe.

Chemical control: there are chemical controls for some of the pathogens which cause the rot of which dieback is a secondary symptom. It is necessary to first identify the cause of the dieback and select an appropriate chemical. If unsure, fungicide treatments have been effective in the past such as Fongarid/a.i. furulaxyl (in Autralia). In Europe and UK no general-purpose product is recommended.

Rose Mosaic Virus

This virus is easily identified. It causes a mosaic-like pattern on the leaves and blemishes on the petals. They are not a real problem to the plant, causing only a slight problem with growth. These viruses are not transmitted from one plant to another and therefore are usually tolerated in the garden.

Control: control insects (aphids, in particular). Insects are the most important vectors (carriers) of virus from one plant to another. Fungi and nematodes also spread virus. Use plant varieties which are more tolerant to virus, when the choice is available.

Assessment

How our courses work

FAQ

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Here is a list of the most often asked FAQ’s.

General

Q. Why should I enrol with the Academy for Distance Learning?
A. Here at ADL, our students are our priority – we treat everyone as a unique individual.

Q. Do I need to buy text books?
A. No, as each module has been written by highly qualified industry professionals. The content of the material is presented in such a way that text books are not required. However, if you require additional reading your tutor will be able to supply a list.

Q. What happens if I have to stop studying for a while? (eg. become sick, go on holidays, have a baby, move house, etc)
A. It’s OK to take a break and start up your study at a later point in time. Just let us know.

Q. Is there an age limit?
A. There is no maximum age limit. We do however, have a minimum age limit of 18 years. Below that age parental consent would be required.

Q. Are your courses up-to date?
A. Our courses are revised and updated on a rotation system.

Q. Do you have a Cancellation policy?
A. Yes. We have a cancellation policy that is fair and equitable. For further details please click here.

Q. Will I have any opportunity to engage with other students?
A. We have a Student Community group based on facebook! If you don’t have a facebook account already, you could make one just for talking with fellow students on the group.

Enrolment

Q. When can I enrol/start?
A. You may enrol and start at any time of the year – it’s all self- paced.

Q. Can I study from anywhere in the world?
A. Our courses are available to anyone, anywhere in the world from the comfort of your own home. The course content is relevant to any country, culture or economy.

Q. How long do I have to complete the course?
A. You complete the course at any time that is convenient for you.

Q. Completing a 100 hour module – how long will it take?
A. For some students a 100 hour module will take approximately to 3- 6 months to complete. Others take less time and some even longer.

Assessment

Q. Assessment – how does it work?
A. For each 100 hour module you are assessed by assignments (at the end of each lesson) and a final one and a half hour exam (or you may elect to complete a Project, instead of sitting the exam) – the choice is yours – you sit for the exam in your own location.

Q. I don’t cope well with exams – what can I do?
A. You may elect to undertake a Project (set by your tutor) instead of sitting the exam. Projects are completed from your home and can usually take a couple of weeks to complete.

Q. If my assignment is not up to standard is there an opportunity to resubmit my work?
A. Yes –

Q. How many assignments do I need to complete for each module?
A. At the end of each lesson, there is an assignment – so if a course has say, 10 lessons, there would be 10 assignments.

Q. I am having difficulty attending workshops/industry meetings, what can be done?
A. If your course requires attendance at workshops, conferences, or industry meetings; alternative arrangements can be made in your country.

Qualifications

Q. Can I customize my diploma/higher qualification?

A. Not all educational institution’s certificates /diplomas meet everyone’s needs. The opportunity to Design Your Own Diploma at the Academy (subject to our approval) is an added bonus, not found at other colleges. You choose modules that you think will help you in achieving your goal.

Q. What do I get when I complete the course? Will I receive a transcript?
A. At the completion of all courses and providing all assignments and exam requirements have been met, you will receive your Award and a Transcript.

Tutors

Q. Our tutors – who are they?
A. We appoint Tutors and require that they must be currently active in their industry, with at least 5 years’ experience in their chosen profession.

Q. Can I contact my tutor at any time?
A. Yes – you have unlimited access to your tutor via email through our Online Classroom. You can always leave a message with ADL requesting your tutor to contact you. You decide on how much or how little contact you wish to have.

Q. Practical work – How is this done?
A. To find out more about this part of the course please visit the section on How Our Courses Work here.

What's Included

What your tuition fees include

All Course Material via Online, USB or Correspondence
Assignments Marked
Professional Tutor Feedback
Set Tasks - Practical Exercises to help you develop skills
Self-Tests – multiple choice questions at the end of lessons in most modules
Unlimited Personal Tutor Support – via our student classroom
Committed and Friendly Admin Support – vital to your success
All ADL Exam or Project fees (exception RHS exams)
Qualification Certificate
Official Transcript with assignment grades
Student Manual

Plus FREE

Academic Writing course (optional - 10 hours only)
Critical Thinking course (optional - 10 hours only)
Job Seekers Careers Guide
Study Tips on How To Study Better
Career Counselling by ADL Staff
CV Writing Help, Tips and Advice

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Roses - 100 Hours Certificate Course