PL SC 200 - Urban Plants: Gardening and Sustainability

★ 3 (fi 6)(SPR/SUM, 0-0-3)

Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences

A hands-on, experiential education course taught at Devonian Botanic Garden. Students will learn relevant plant anatomy, an introduction to horticultural methods, garden plant basic needs, soil development, pruning practice, vegetable production examples, and contrast between home gardening and commercial production systems. Discussions and readings will incorporate sustainable practices, food security, local food movement, and environmental footprint.

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