Threats to Trees

Registration Eligibility
None
Start Date
03/26/2021
End Date
03/26/2021
Description
This course examines the many threats that challenge the life and health of trees, including pests and pathogens, poor soil conditions, lack of pruning, planting too from native conditions and climate, and mistakes made by caretakers/planters.
Distance Learning
Yes
Course Equivalency
No
Subjects
Horticulture / Plants
Health, Safety and Welfare
Yes
Hours
6.50
Learning Outcomes
Learners will be able to identify and describe which insects threaten particular tree species and which insects can benefit trees.

Learners will be able to identify and describe diseases that are common to trees, and they will be able to explain what conditions expose trees to particular tree species.

Learners will be able to discuss how improper soil conditions can threaten trees and what remediation steps can be taken improve soil conditions.

Learners will be able to describe how pruning trees can benefit their health, appearance and longevity.

Learners will be able to explain the value of planting native versus non-native or invasive tree species and why placing particular trees at certain locations on a site can impact tree health and survival.
Instructors
John Palmer
Course Codes
071620W1100
Provider
HalfMoon Education Inc.


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