A RANGE of free activities for children will be taking place at a Stirling garden centre.

Dobbies will be hosting the summer workshops at its Stirling store to teach children how to look after the garden and more.

Taking place on Sunday, July 2, the Little Seedlings Club workshop will be a fun and educational event focusing on how people can effectively conserve water when looking after their green areas.

Horticultural experts s will teach the children in Stirling when to water the plants and how to preserve water usage through sustainable mulching and planting drought-resistant species like Cordyline, Lavender and Hebe.

Mulching not only saves water but also suppresses weeds, provides nutrients to the plants and enhances the overall appearance of the garden.

Suitable for children aged 4-10, Dobbies’ Holiday Club will run in July and August to teach children about the different herbs and microgreens that can be used as pizza toppings.

Chloë Bell, Dobbie's community and CSR communications executive, said: ““We are excited to be hosting two fantastic sessions for kids in our Stirling store this summer.

“Not only are these sessions a great way to keep children entertained and busy during the holidays, but it’s a great chance for them to meet friends and try something new.

“If you haven’t already checked out our free sessions, please do come along this July and get involved.”

The garden centre will also host a session for adult amateur and seasoned gardeners on Saturday, July 1, from 10.30am.

The Grow How session will see a showcase of the different varieties of plants that can add a splash of colour to gardens this summer.

“We are excited to be hosting two fantastic sessions for kids in our Stirling store this summer.

“Not only are these sessions a great way to keep children entertained and busy during the holidays, but it’s a great chance for them to meet friends and try something new.”

Click here to see all available sessions.