Landscaping and Gardening
Duration: 5 Days
There is lot of demand for the personals in in landscape gardening which involves development of new area, shaping it with the use of turf, plants, trees, shrubs, organic compost, landform and water to form a pleasing harmony. This makes a significant contribution to our quality of life in a society.
Looking for a career in Landscaping and Gardening, join IHT to know about the fundamentals of Landscaping and gardening,.
Contents
Landscape Gardening – 5 Day Course Content:
Introduction to Landscape Gardening
- Understanding the principles of landscape gardening
- Overview of different types of landscapes (residential, commercial, public spaces)
- Importance of site analysis and assessment
- Introduction to design elements: line, form, texture, color, scale, and balance
- Basics of plant selection and placement
- Introduction to landscape gardening tools and equipment
Landscape Design Fundamentals
- Exploring different design styles (formal, informal, contemporary, etc.)
- Principles of landscape design (unity, balance, rhythm, proportion, focal points)
- Understanding the role of hardscape elements (pathways, patios, walls)
- Introduction to soft cape elements (plants, trees, shrubs, groundcovers)
- Creating functional and aesthetic outdoor spaces
- Overview of sustainable and eco-friendly design practices
Planting Design and Maintenance
- Importance of soil preparation and understanding soil types
- Soil testing and analysis
- Nutrient management and fertilization techniques
- Techniques for planting and transplanting
- Lawn establishment and maintenance
- Basic plant care and maintenance (watering, pruning, mulching)
- Dealing with common pests and diseases in the landscape
Specialized Landscaping Features
- Introduction to specialized landscape features (water features, lighting, irrigation systems)
- Designing and installing a water feature (pond, fountain, waterfall)
- Basics of landscape lighting design and installation
- Overview of irrigation systems: micro irrigation, drip irrigation
- Introduction to greenhouse gardening
- Using a greenhouse for seedling production and propagation
- Incorporating sustainable practices in specialized features
Landscape Project Planning and Management
- Understanding client requirements and translating them into a design
- Site measurement and assessment for project planning
- Creating a landscape design plan
- Estimating costs and materials required for a project
- Basics of project management and timeline development
- Overview of legal and safety considerations in landscape gardening
- Marketing and business aspects of landscape gardening
- The course can be customized further based on the specific needs and objectives of the participants, and practical hands-on activities and field visits can be incorporated to enhance the learning experience.
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