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Course Description

This course offers a practical introduction to the basics of maintaining a home garden. Students gain knowledge in tool selection and care, soil preparation, planting, plant nutrition and water requirements. Topics include common landscape problems with organic and holistic solutions; our special climate and micro-climates, including sun and shade exposures; various pruning techniques; types of irrigation systems; gardening in containers; and gardening with color including perennials, annuals and bulbs.

Course Outline

A practical introduction to the basics of maintaining a home garden. 

Notes

Contact:
Melissa McDonald
(310) 825-9414
mmcdonald@unex.ucla.edu

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Section Title
Gardening Practices and Techniques
Section Schedule
Jun 24, 2024 to Sep 09, 2024
Type
Lecture
Days
M
Time
6:30PM to 9:30PM
Dates
Jun 24, 2024 to Aug 26, 2024
Type
Lecture
Days
M
Time
6:30PM to 9:30PM
Dates
Sep 09, 2024
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
33.0
Location
  • Remote Classroom
Delivery Options
Live Online  
Course Fee(s)
Standard credit (4 units) $670.00
Available for Credit
4 units
Refund Request Deadline
Jun 30, 2024
Transfer Request Deadline
Jun 30, 2024
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Jul 01, 2024 to Sep 08, 2024
Instructors
Section Notes

Core course in the Gardening Specialization.
Elective course in the Horticulture Certificate. Internet access required. Materials Required.

Section Materials
  • Book (Mandatory) Pat Welsh's Southern California Organic Gardening by Pat Welsh Kindle/Nook version 3rd edition ISBN 0811822141
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