Plant structures, terminology and use of identification keys; study of culture and use of annuals, biennials, herbaceous perennials. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.

Techniques used in reproducing plants, both from seed and vegetative parts; propagating units, factors affecting rooting, growth substances, rooting media and seed treatment; principles of heredity, structure of genetic material and mechanics of transmission, and importance of genetics in hybridization. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.

This course focuses on identification of herbaceous plants used in the landscape. Study the ornamental value, use and culture of annuals, biennials and perennials. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.

Aesthetic and economic importance of grounds improvement, residential and commercial; site analysis, requirements of landscape plans, scale drawings and landscape symbols; nursery classification, selection of plant materials and landscape construction. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.

Continuation of plants identification, covering use and culture of deciduous and evergreen trees and shrubs. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.