Horticulture and Professional Landscaping

Explore our horticulture and landscaping courses at Capel Manor College, London's leading centre for horticultural studies since 1968.

Our strong reputation and close industry connections mean you will have access to a wide range of plant collections across our campuses, plus opportunities to take part in national shows and work in some of London's most prestigious parks.

We work closely with employers to ensure that our courses in horticulture, landscaping, landscape construction, food growing and viticulture provide you with the in-demand green skills the industry needs most.

Our horticulture courses and landscaping courses in London are currently offered at our Enfield, Gunnersbury Park, Mottingham and Regent's Park campuses only. 

Careers

Our horticulture and landscaping courses can support progression into roles such as gardener, landscape gardener, head gardener, groundsperson, nursery grower, garden designer, parks and grounds officer, horticultural consultant or self-employed landscaper. Our courses are also a practical route for anyone researching how to become a gardener or how to become a landscape gardener.

Course types

Royal Horticultural Society courses at Capel Manor College

The RHS Level 2 Certificate in Horticulture is one of our most popular horticulture qualifications and includes a theory course (Plant Growth and Development) and a practical course (Practical Horticulture). Choose your course and campus when applying. To take both in one year, an interview is required. We recommend completing the theory course first.

City & Guilds horticulture courses at Capel Manor College

City & Guilds courses focus on job-ready skills through hands-on outdoor learning. You will gain real experience in plant care, landscaping, and garden maintenance, with key theory included to build confidence and competence for the horticulture industry.

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Pathway courses in partnership with The King's Trust

Pathway courses are for 16–19 year olds (or those up to age 24 with an EHCP) interested in outdoor, land-based learning. You will also complete a King’s Trust qualification through practical, community-based projects.

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