Certificate of Merit in Ornamental Horticulture HP
Exotic and Tropical Plants
with Karl Gercens
PS
Plant Science: Soils
with Sarah Deacle
Dates Wednesdays, January 8–February 19 1–3 pm 6 sessions
Dates Tuesdays, February 4–March 11 6:30–8:30 pm 6 sessions
Fee $170 Member $188 Non-member
Fee $170 Member $188 Non-member
Where Visitor Center Auditorium
Where Visitor Center Auditorium
The world of exotic and tropical plants, ranging from colorful foliage plants to fragrant flowering plants, will be covered in this course, with concentration on identification, culture, growth patterns, and management in the interior and exterior landscape. Appropriate overwintering locations will also be discussed. The use of these plants provides the opportunity to add color, texture, movement, and seasonal excitement to interiors throughout the year and to containers and garden beds in the warm season for home, garden, institutional, or commercial applications.
Understanding and caring for a garden’s soil is essential for helping plants to thrive. A plant’s nutrition, growth, and ability to endure environmental conditions all depend heavily on the soil in which it’s growing. Discover how soils differ in texture and structure, physical and chemical properties, and fertility. Learn how a soil’s pH and organic matter affect plant growth and how to work with the soil in your garden to get the best results. Online Learning Extend your learning beyond the classroom with supplemental materials
Online Learning Extend your learning beyond the classroom with supplemental materials
Optional Exam March 18
No class January 29
Inclement Weather Date March 25
Optional Exam March 5 Inclement Weather Date March 12 Guided Plant Walks Wednesdays, February 5, February 19, 9 am–12 pm or Saturdays, February 1, February 22, 9 am–12 pm
To register: ce-registration.longwoodgardens.org
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