Biology 121 - Horticulture: Plants in the Landscape Laboratory

Identification, morphology and use of landscape plants including annuals, perennials, trees and shrubs, groundcovers and tropicals. Introduction to horticultural practices including pruning, division, pollination, bulb planting, plant identification and landscape design. Use of the Botanic Garden outdoor collection as well as field trips are important components of the course. Course requirements include landscape design assignments and creation of a Field Guide to plant materials covered in the course. Enrollment limited to 18.