Course Description
The purpose of this course is for students to be able to identify characteristics of common landscape plants, such as evergreen plants, ground covers, vines, and deciduous trees and shrubs. Emphasis is placed on their culture, use, and aesthetic value. In addition, students will develop knowledge of the materials used in landscape construction and how to select those materials. Students will learn and practice basic construction techniques and learn how to demonstrate appropriate safety practices.
At the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate a practical knowledge of plant morphology and basic anatomy.
- Identify horticultural and landscape plants, and their major morphological characteristics.
- Be able to select, install, and maintain evergreen, herbaceous, and woody plants used for landscape purposes.
- Select construction materials and features that complement the landscape.
- Select and use recommended construction techniques for various landscape features.
- Make recommendations for installing and maintaining landscape plant materials.
- Identify and interpret landscape symbols on a plan.
Topical Outline
1. Defining horticulture & landscape plants
2. Plant classification systems & nomenclature
3. Characteristics used in plant identification
4. Selecting and establishing landscape plants
5. Pruning trees and shrubs
6. Landscape design concepts
7. Realtime landscaping architect
8. Use of scales, rulers, and tapes
9. The concept plans
10. Design principles
11. Plants and hardscapes
2. Plant classification systems & nomenclature
3. Characteristics used in plant identification
4. Selecting and establishing landscape plants
5. Pruning trees and shrubs
6. Landscape design concepts
7. Realtime landscaping architect
8. Use of scales, rulers, and tapes
9. The concept plans
10. Design principles
11. Plants and hardscapes