Unit Award Scheme

111789 PLANTING A HEDGEROW

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
demonstrated the ability to
1	identify at least three species of trees used in hedgerows	Student completed work
2	choose a planting method for one sapling species	Summary sheet
3	dig a hole an appropriate depth for the sapling	Summary sheet
4	plant the sapling into the prepared hole	Summary sheet
5	fill with compost around the roots and compact to make the sapling secure	Summary sheet
6	mulch around the sapling	Summary sheet
7	protect the sapling with a cane and rabbit guard	Summary sheet
shown knowledge of
8	the difference between bare root saplings and cell grown saplings	Student completed work
9	the location of the root collar	Summary sheet
10	at least two reasons why hedgerows are important	Student completed work
11	the correct storage and transportation of bare root and cell grown saplings	Summary sheet
12	the main care requirements of newly planted saplings including weed control.	Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 2 April 2019Level - Entry Level