Written approval of the Program Coordinator. A logical extension of Landscape Design which focuses on the implementation of a landscape plan. A practical approach to the planting and care of trees, shrubs, turf, groundcovers and herbaceous plants in containers, planters, beds, and borders. It involves determination of care levels and an annual maintenance schedule. Operations such as transplanting, pruning and shearing, watering and fertilizing, monitoring pest and disease levels, and mulching are investigated as they relate to newly installed and mature planting sites.
Emphasis is on ecologically sound and economically feasible methods.
An in-depth approach to various media, techniques, and facilities used in the propagation of trees, shrubs, vines, and ground covers. Written approval of Department Chair. A written proposal at the beginning and a full written report of laboratory and theoretical research is required. Students may repeat this course 1 time but may not earn more than 3 credit hours under this course number. Demonstrated ability to excel in an area of student interest and written approval of Department Chair.