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Plants for the Landscape

Plant identification and knowledge is essential for both working and aspiring landscape and design professionals. The Plants for the Landscape Specialization equips students with an extensive plant palette necessary to succeed in the fields of landscape maintenance and design.

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This program is perfect for...

Landscape maintenance professionals
Individuals looking to expand their plant palette
Landscape architects and designers
Urban foresters and arborists

What you can learn.

Examine current industry plant standards
Explore cultural requirements of different plant species
Study correct planting locations and companion planting
Learn proper plant identification and scientific names

Courses

Click below to view the required and elective courses, if applicable, for this program.

Required (3)

Required Courses

Plant Studies I: Trees

ARCH X 472.8A

Typically Offered: Fall

Plant Studies II: Shrubs

ARCH X 472.8B

Typically Offered: Winter

California Natives

BIOLGY X 499.22

Typically Offered: Spring

Estimated Cost Breakdown

All courses in this program are paid for individually, unless otherwise noted. An application form is required to establish candidacy in this program. From the 'Apply Now' button, complete the online application and pay the application fee if applicable.

Application & Candidacy Fee

50.00

Estimated Program Tuition

2260.00

Estimated program textbook/materials

100.00

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*The Application & Candidacy Fee establishes your candidacy in the program for a period of time covering normal progress toward completion and may allow you to access a variety of program benefits.

Internships
Available

Approved for
International Visa

VA Benefit
Eligible

Federal
Financial Aid

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