Topics include soil formation, classification, physical and chemical properties, testing, fertilizer application, and other amendments. This course is a study of sexual and asexual reproduction of plants. Emphasis is placed on seed propagation, grafting, stem and root propagation, micro-propagation, and other propagation techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to successfully propagate ornamental plants. This course introduces computer programs as they apply to the horticulture industry.
Emphasis is placed on applications of software for plant identification, design, and irrigation.
Upon completion, students should be able to use computer programs in horticultural situations. This course introduces basic irrigation design, layout, and installation. Topics include site analysis, components of irrigation systems, safety, types of irrigation systems, and installation techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to design and install basic landscape irrigation systems. This course covers all aspects of nursery crop production from plant selection to crop production.