Plant Knowledge for Organic Gardeners - Victoria

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Thursday, March 17th, 2011

Course starts today. To register please visit http://www.gaiacollege.ca

Organic gardeners focus on the creation of plant and landscape health.

Plant health starts with the right growing conditions. Most of the plants used in our ornamental gardens did not evolve in our climate � are we able to provide them with the soil, water and climate conditions they need to flourish? What about companion plants?

Over the course of several months you will learn to identify approximately 300 plants. For each plant you will then explore its ecosystem of origin, and under which conditions it thrives best, or just marginally survives. You will learn how it adapts to our environment, and how you can provide it with optimal care. Finally you will learn about its non-ornamental uses, such as food, medicine, fiber, etc.

Over three seasons (March - October), plants are viewed in garden settings, focusing on ecologically sound and successful plant combinations.

This course is open to all who wish to learn more about plants. No prior knowledge or experience required.

Landscape professionals earn generous pre-approved Continuing Education Credits to maintain industry certifications (ISA, CNLA, BCSLA, SOUL).