This unit introduces core principles and practical skills for planning sustainable residential and small-scale commercial landscapes. Students will learn to assess sites, make informed plant and feature selections, plot preliminary designs, and compare water-wise irrigation options to prepare for design and installation in subsequent units.
Learning Objectives
- Analyze principles of sustainable landscaping and assess trade-offs among design choices for environmental impact, maintenance, and cost
- Apply decision-making frameworks to select appropriate plants, hardscape, and landscape features based on client goals, site constraints, and sustainability criteria
- Demonstrate site-assessment skills by producing an accurate base map that identifies property lines, microclimates, soils, drainage, and existing infrastructure
- Evaluate watering options by comparing efficiency, cost, and suitability and recommend an irrigation strategy that aligns with plant water needs and conservation goals
Curriculum
- 1 Section
- 7 Lessons
- 30 hours
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- Unit 1 — Foundations of Sustainable Landscaping7
- 1.1Landscaping the Sustainable Way20 mins
- 1.2Making Good Decisions about What to Include in Your Landscape20 mins
- 1.3Deciding Whether to Do It Yourself or Call in the Pros20 mins
- 1.4Getting Better Acquainted with Your Property20 mins
- 1.5Brushing Up on Design Basics20 mins
- 1.6Plotting Your Sustainable Landscape20 mins
- 1.7Surveying Your Watering Options20 mins
Instructor
Free
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