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.

Fall 2019 Schedule

Available Format(s):

Hybrid

Hybrid courses utilize a combination of in-person classroom meetings and online meetings.

Available

September 23, 2019 - December 2, 2019

Sunday, Monday, Saturday

Location: UCLA Extension DTLA , Off-Campus

369218

Fee:

$625.00

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36 days left. Enroll by Sep 23, 2019

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Notes

Core course in Horticulture Certificate.
Elective course in the Landscape Architecture certificate
Visitors not permitted. Internet access required. Materials required.

Refund Deadline

No refunds after September 29, 2019

Course Requirements

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

ISBN 160469095X

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Mon Sep 23, 2019