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Soil and Plant Nutrition

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BIOLGY X 493.2

Learn the physical, biological, and chemical properies of soils; learn what is in a soil report and how to improve your soil's yield.

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Typically Available
Winter
Spring
Duration
As few as 11 weeks
Units
4.0
Current Formats
In Person
Cost
Starting at $747.00

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What you can learn.

Define soil science vocabulary
Identify different soil textures and types
Understand the basics of the physical and chemical properties of soils
Learn to select and apply fertilizers and soil amendments effectively

About This Course

This introductory course covers the physical, biological and chemical properties of soils, as well as basic plant nutrition and fertilization. Soil conditions that affect plant-soil-air-water relations are discussed, including the effects of soil compaction and drainage. Other topics include the texture, structure and classification of soils; the use of soil amendments to improve soils; and the properties and applications of fertilizers.

Winter 2026 Schedule

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Thursday 6:30PM - 9:30PM PT
Instructor:
Marziyeh Haghighat
REG#
405754
Fee:
$747.00
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UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
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Notes
Internet access required. Materials Required.
Deadline
Refunds only available from November 03, 2025 to January 18, 2026
Course Requirements
Book: Underground: A Gardener's Guide to Soil and Plant Nutrition
ISBN 978-1794062443
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Thu Jan 8, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 115
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Thu Jan 15, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 115
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Thu Jan 22, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 115
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Thu Jan 29, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 115
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Thu Feb 5, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 115
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Thu Feb 12, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 115
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Thu Feb 19, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 115
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Thu Feb 26, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 115
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Thu Mar 5, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 115
Lecture
Thu Mar 12, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 115
Lecture
Thu Mar 19, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 115

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