Soil Types and Water Absorption

Registration Eligibility

no registration restrictions

Start Date

02/27/2025

End Date

02/27/2025

Description

This course explores how soil characteristics impact plant growth and selection in landscapes. Participants will learn about pre-installation modifications to optimize soil for plant health and aesthetics. Additionally, the class will cover strategies to reduce water requirements through effective irrigation scheduling based on soil texture and composition.

Distance Learning

Yes

Course Equivalency

Subjects

Horticulture / Plants

Health, Safety and Welfare

Yes

Hours

1.0

Learning Outcomes

• Learn how soil characteristics influence plant growth and selection in landscapes
• Determine pre-landscape installation modifications to enhance plant growth and landscape appearance
• Discuss how to reduce water requirements in landscapes by understanding dynamics of irrigation scheduling with different soil textures and components

Instructors

Dr. Joey Young

Course Codes

Provider

Texas Irrigation Association (TXIA)

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