HORT 1F - Principles of Horticulture I

    Recent Professors
    Luellen Swayzer
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    20 students
    Difficulty
    6.8Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    4
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    54 hours lecture and 54 hours lab per term. This course covers the identification and use of ornamental plants, culture of landscape plants, morphology of leaves, flowers and fruits, survey of soil properties and fertilizers, safe and responsible use of pesticides and their alternatives, and landscape design principles for basic horticulture skills in the gardening and nursery trades. Pass/No Pass or Letter Grade option. (Degree Credit)
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 12:30pm–1:55pm, Mon Wed 2:05pm–3:30pm