Continuing Education

Horticulture

Horticulture
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Got Trees? The Care and Nurturing of Trees Learn about one of the most important and valuable assets in our landscape. Whether you are in the landscaping business or a homeowner, you need to know how to properly care for trees and improve the appearance of your yard or landscape. Learn about tree anatomy and physiology, climate and environmental factors for successful growth, nutrition, fertilization, water use, and mulch and other soil amendments that are important for healthy trees. Handouts included
XPOH 569-501	3/18-27	TTh	6-8:30 p.m.	$110	M
Holistic Lawn Maintenance Learn about lawn management from a different point of view. This course compares traditional lawn care approaches with a more holistic approach. Topics include fertilization, insect and disease control, irrigation and other facets of lawn maintenance. Learn the latest in holistic procedures and how to adapt them to your garden or landscape.
XPOH 557-501	4/3	Th	6-9 p.m.	$70	M
Landscape Design - Introduction This course is designed for homeowners and professionals. Learn the basic principles of landscape design and how to analyze the site. You get hands-on practice with the landscape process, putting the concept into a plan on paper. The course also covers plant selection including form and function.
XPOH 582-501	2/5-12	TTh	6-9 p.m.	$85	M
Landscape Design - Advanced If you know the basics of landscape design (function, balance and harmony), then take it to the next level with this course. Bring along a copy of your house and property layout and practice designing your own landscape. Learn how to design hardscapes and how to cost out materials and labor to install your evolving landscape. Recommended: Landscape Design - Introduction and Landscaping with Trees and Shrubs. Books included
XPOH 583-501	3/4-11	TTh	6-9 p.m.	$85	M
Landscaping with Trees and Shrubs One of the most important steps to effective landscape design is knowing what trees and shrubs to use. Learn about common shrubs and trees, including identification, and how to select, locate and grow them successfully. Tour the gardens and landscape at the TTC Main Campus. Books included
XPOH 555-501	2/21 2/23	Th S	6-9 p.m. 9-12 Noon	$70	M
Spring in the Lowcountry garden- Master gardener Program Charleston County Master Gardeners discuss hot topics for lowcountry gardens. Learn from the experts and get all your gardening questions answered in this clinic.
XPOH 586-501	3/8	S	9 a.m.-3 p.m.	$20	M