Unit Award Scheme

116552 ALLOTMENTS (UNIT 2): SUCCESSFULLY GROWING PLANTS

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
demonstrated the ability to
1	name or illustrate at least 10 different types of fruit or vegetable	Student completed work
2	name or illustrate three types of herb	Student completed work
3	work in a team, with direction and supervision, to erect a support system for a minimum of two plant types, eg tomatoes, peas	Summary sheet
4	work in a team, with direction and supervision, to protect at least one crop by covering it	Summary sheet
5	prepare a bed for planting, including thoroughly weeding an area of soil	Summary sheet and/or photograph(s)
6	outline and carry out good planting procedure for a row of crops, eg dig a suitably sized hole, water the hole, plant and refill the hole, rewater the plant at the roots	Summary sheet and/or student completed work
7	use good watering techniques, eg selecting a suitable watering can, applying sufficient water	Summary sheet
8	correctly prepare and apply fertiliser and liquid feed following instructions	Summary sheet
shown knowledge of
9	the plant lifecycle and how it corresponds to the seasons of the year	Student completed work
experienced
10	visiting and working in a garden or allotment.	Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 13 January 2022Level - Level One