Propagation (One-day)
Growing & Vines
A course by
Otago Polytechnic
Learn how to propagate plants in a commercial nursery setting with hands-on guidance from experienced propagators in a one-day short course.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Central Campus, Cromwell
Core skills this course teaches
Propagate native and exotic plants
Gain hands-on experience in propagating a range of plant types in a professional nursery environment.
Use commercial nursery facilities
Learn to use mist and heat beds, glasshouses, and related equipment for effective plant propagation.
Perform seed processing and sowing
Understand and apply techniques for processing and sowing seeds in a nursery setting.
What You're Signing Up For
This one-day course provides hands-on experience with native and exotic plant propagation in a commercial nursery at Otago Polytechnic’s Central Campus, Cromwell. You will learn from expert nursery staff, use modern facilities such as mist and heat beds, and gain practical skills in seed processing, sowing, and plant propagation by cuttings. Early season vegetable seedlings are also provided for you to take home. No prior propagation knowledge is needed.
Course Content
- Hands-on plant propagation in a commercial nursery
- Seed processing and sowing
- Propagation by cuttings
- Use of mist and heat beds, glasshouses, hardening and shade house
- Guidance from experienced nursery staff
- Receiving vegetable seedlings to take home
What you need to know first
No previous qualifications or prior knowledge of propagation required.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Horticulture
Plant Nursery
Agriculture
Future employment opportunities might be
Nursery assistant
Horticulture support roles
Entry-level roles in plant propagation or commercial nurseries
Otago Polytechnic is known for high quality, hands on learning that leads to strong outcomes. With excellent student satisfaction, high graduate employment rates, and a commitment to sustainability, it’s a place where practical skills meet purpose. Their award winning programmes span design, fashion, creative arts, trades, health, and business, giving you real experience and real confidence for whatever comes next.