Growing plants from seeds

Challenge reference: 6013

Notional learning hours  30
Level Entry 2
Subject area
Preparing for Adulthood pathway
Vocational area
Skill
Learning aim

The learner will train to effectively grow plants from seed and sell the resulting plants in a mini-enterprise scheme.

Learning context

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Learning outcomes

What the learner needs to know, understand or be able to do

The learner will:

  1. Be able to select and plant seeds of at least two different plants.

  2. Be able to describe the conditions a plant needs to grow and care for the plants until they are 12 weeks old.

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Assessment criteria

What the learner need to demonstrate in order to meet the learning outcome

The learner can:

    • Describe the steps needed to plant the seeds
    • Plant at least two different types of seed
    • Describe that plants need warmth, light, water, soil, space and minerals in order to grow
    • Care for the plants from seed to 12 weeks old
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