Start Date
07/11/2023
End Date
07/11/2023
Description
Our opening presentation will examine the species traits, vegetative patterns, and ecological processes found in spontaneous plant communities. Each will be followed by an example of its direct incorporation into a landscape plan, planting protocol or management procedure. The plant traits described will include habitat fidelity, growth pattern, spatial and temporal niche, and proliferation strategies. The patterns and processes explored will include disturbance, succession, competition, and relative ecological stability.
Distance Learning
Yes
Course Equivalency
No
Subjects
Project Management
Sustainable Development & Design
Health, Safety and Welfare
Yes
Hours
3.0
Learning Outcomes
1) Examine the ecological patterns of native plant communities and their applicability to the landscape development and enhancement.
2) Understand the ecological processes that are relevant to landscape development and enhancement including but not limited to disturbance, succession, competition, and plant proliferation strategies.
3) Apply the ecological patterns and processes described above to specific protocols for designing meadows, shrublands, woodlands, and naturalistic gardens, with a particular emphasis on those techniques that differ from traditional practice.
Instructors
Larry Weaner, FAPLD
Course Codes
Provider
New Directions in the American Landscape