Instructor: Philip Bauerle
Tues., Feb. 28, March 7, 14, and 21 | 6:30 – 9 p.m.
Presented as a live webinar through Zoom
$130 members | $140 nonmembers
Objective: To begin understanding and appreciating how plants function in the garden.
Level: Beginner to intermediate
Pre-requisite: None
Why does a seed germinate or fail to germinate? Why are cut flowers collected early in the morning? What happens to plant tissues under attack by insects and fungi? Take a fascinating look at how plants grow. Topics will focus directly on botanical principles that relate to gardening: plants and their importance to man; stems, leaves and roots; factors affecting plant growth; reproduction; and fruits and flowers. Ecological Gardening certificate program core course. Approved for 14 CEUs for PCH by PLNA. Approved for 10.0 CEUs for landscape architects by LA CES.