Unit Award Scheme

119393 HORTICULTURE: SOWING SEEDS

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
demonstrated the ability to
1	check that the pots or trays are clean and undamaged	Summary sheet
2	fill the containers with compost and tap down the tray to settle, consolidate and level	Summary sheet
3	evenly sow the small seeds in containers as instructed, burying them under a thin layer of sprinkled compost	Summary sheet
4	make spaced holes for the larger seeds, then plant and cover them	Summary sheet
5	position the labels	Summary sheet
6	water the compost	Summary sheet
7	place the pots in the glasshouse	Summary sheet
shown knowledge of
8	the requirements for germination	Student completed work and/or summary sheet
9	what will occur to the seed as it germinates.	Student completed work and/or summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 23 July 2023Level - Level One