PLSC 445 - Plants, Environment and Design

Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: Two one-hour lectures and one two-hour lab.
Lab Hours: 2
When Offered: Spring

Principles of plant composition and theory of plants in design with emphasis on historical and contemporary approaches to planting design. Understanding the functional abilities of plants in altering the environment with emphasis on architectural, engineering, aesthetics and climatological uses of plants. Plant characteristics, requirements and selection for use in natural and man-made environments with reference to soils, topography, climate, as well as, maintenance issues.

Prerequisite(s): PLSC 242 and PLSC 462.