Course Description

This course educates the student, whether amateur or professional, on how to bridge the gap between the practices and conditions in natural and cultivated landscapes by applying least-toxic and effective maintenance practices for sustainable landscapes. By broadening the scope of the seven principles of xeriscape to incorporate biological pest management practices, minimization of the use of chemical fertilizers and additives, and landscaping techniques that promote environmental conservation, the student is enriched by this all-encompassing concept of Green Garden Management.