General Botany for Gardeners

BIOLGY X 496.2

Botany, the scientific study of plants, is the basis for understanding and using plants in the human habitat; covering plant diversity, physiology, and natural adaptation as a foundation for applied uses and plantings.

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What you can learn.

Explain relationships among different modes of plant reproduction and genetic inheritance
Establish literacy in botanical nomenclature and terminology
Recognize plant adaptations and connect them to the environment
Develop foundational familiarity with plant diversity

About this course:

This course provides a general introduction to the study of plant structures and functions, emphasizing these aspects as they relate to the natural survival and cultivation of plants. Topics include types and functions of leaves, stems, flowers, and fruits; plant-water relations; basic genetics; ecological tolerances; and an introduction to plant names and groupings. Many of the topics include ample hands-on experience with plants.

Spring 2023 Schedule

April 3 - June 12

This section has no set meeting times.

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Instructor: Leslie F. Halleck

390977

Fee:

$650.00

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Notes

This is an Online course with no set class meetings.
Core course in Horticulture Certificate.
Elective course in the Landscape Architecture certificate. Internet access required. Materials required.

Refund Deadline

No refunds after April 09, 2023

Course Requirements

Book: Botany for Gardeners, 3rd or 4th Edition (Science for Gardeners) by Brian Capon

ISBN 160469095X

April 3 - June 12

This section has no set meeting times.

Available

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Instructor: Leslie F. Halleck

393183

Fee:

$650.00

Online

Updating...

ENROLL BY: Apr 3, 2023

See Details

Notes

This is an Online course with no set class meetings.
Core course in Horticulture Certificate.
Elective course in the Landscape Architecture certificate. Internet access required. Materials required.

Refund Deadline

No refunds after April 09, 2023

Course Requirements

Book: Botany for Gardeners, 3rd or 4th Edition (Science for Gardeners) by Brian Capon

ISBN 160469095X