Plant Materials for Landscape Use

BIOLGY X 499

This course focuses on plants appropriate for use in Southern California. Students learn plant names, both common and scientific, cultural requirements and proper placement within the landscape. The class uses local botanical gardens and nurseries to introduce students to over 150 plants.

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Fall
Summer
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Starting at $697.00
As few as 11 weeks
4.0
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What you can learn.

  • Become familiar with trees, shrubs, and ground covers typically used in Southern California
  • Learn appropriate plant placement, care, and landscape use
  • Understand basic principles of planting design
  • Identify relevant ornamental features of plant materials

About this course:

This course presents the characteristics of up to 150 plants selected for their garden use and seasonal interest in the Southern California area. Topics include trees; shrubs, ground covers; vines; and herbaceous plants, emphasizing their landscape use, appropriate placement, horticultural care and ornamental features. A course project is required for all credit students.

Summer 2025 Schedule

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Wednesday 6:30PM - 9:30PM PT
Future Offering (Opens April 28, 2025 12:00:00 AM)
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Instructor: Ava Post
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Fee:
$697.00
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Notes

Core course in Horticulture Certificate. Internet access required.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after July 06, 2025
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Wed Jun 25, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
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Wed Jul 2, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
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Wed Jul 9, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
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Wed Jul 16, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
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Wed Jul 23, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
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Wed Jul 30, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
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Wed Aug 6, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
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Wed Aug 13, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
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Wed Aug 20, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
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Wed Aug 27, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
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Wed Sep 3, 2025
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
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Speak to a program representative. Hours: Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm.
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This course applies towards the following certificates & specializations…

Horticulture
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