Plant Materials A study of the basic botany of cultivated plant material. Special emphasis given to aspects of soils, nutritional requirements, propagation, tissue culture, and grafting. Plant materials used in landscaping, terraria, and bonsai are also considered. 3 credits HRT 103 Home Gardening A beginning course in horticulture.
Topics covered include plant nutrition requirements, principles of propagation, and exotic plants.
The growing, propagation, and harvesting of annual, biennial, and perennial herbs for culinary use. Sample recipes to explore various principles are class tested. Herb propagation by seeds and other methods is carried out. Proper harvesting, drying, and herb storage are considered for maximum retention of active principles.