May 21, 2024  
University of Alberta Calendar 2021-2022 
    
University of Alberta Calendar 2021-2022 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

PL SC 200 - Urban Plants: Gardening and Sustainability


★ 3 (fi 6) (Spring/Summer, 0-0-3) 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.