Grasses, Groundcovers, and Perennial Ornamentals

Course Description

Course will cover common Central Texas turf grasses and alternatives to turf grasses such as ornamental bunch grasses and groundcovers. The course will also cover perennial ornamental plants with tree, shrub, and vine growth habits, both woody and non-woody types (e.g. agaves and yuccas). Proper selection, installation, and maintenance (pruning, disease control, and fertilization) of these plant types will be discussed.