Ornamental Horticulture, Floriculture, and Landscaping Basics

Cultivating beautiful, healthy green spaces requires a solid foundation in both plant science and design principles. This course guides you through the essentials of ornamental horticulture, helping you turn a passion for plants into practical growing and design skills. You will progress from understanding basic plant biology to implementing professional cultivation, propagation, and eco-friendly pest management strategies. What you'll learn: Classify common ornamental plants and understand their specific growth requirements; Master essential propagation techniques including cutting, division, and seed sowing; Apply modern cultivation practices, soil management, and water-efficient irrigation; Identify common plant pests and diseases and implement sustainable control methods; Integrate ornamental plants effectively into fundamental landscape design layouts. The course begins with foundational botanical terms and plant classification before moving into practical cultivation steps. You will then explore plant health and modern design principles through detailed written explanations and scenario-based exercises. This text-based course is designed for beginners, gardening enthusiasts, and aspiring landscape designers with no prior botanical background. Start reading today to build your foundational knowledge in floriculture and landscape design.