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18th September 2014, 02:16 PM
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Re: Horticulture Courses Online Free

As you want to do the fee online Horticulture Course so here I am providing you the list of Free Online Horticulture Courses and the name of universities which provide theses courses


Free Online Horticulture Courses-

ACS Distance Education

Hydroponics


Hydroponics consists of two parts. Part one covers hydroponic cropping strategies, such as hanging gardens, tiered beds and trellis systems. In the second part of the class, students learn how to grow more productive crops and prevent plant loss. In addition to readings, the course includes four tests and an optional research project.

Landscape Design

Includes four lessons addressing the basic principles behind garden design, environmental studies and landscape planning.

Vegetables and Herbs Course

It consists of four lessons covering topics in site preparation and small-space gardening. Students also learn how to create a formal herb garden and an herb lawn as well as grow vegetables without chemicals.

Optional assignments include reporting on a student-created vegetable garden or designing an edible ornamental garden. Four tests are also included.

Tufts University


Agriculture Science and Policy I

Agriculture Science and Policy I cover topics in soil conservation, air pollution, agroforestry, greenhouse gases and wetlands.

Agriculture Science and Policy II

In Agriculture Science and Policy II, students examine crop breeding, plant nutrients and the relationship between pests and plants.

University of California

Maintenance Gardener Pesticide Applicator Exam Preparation Course

The Maintenance Gardener Pesticide Applicator Exam Preparation class includes six chapters covering topics in pesticide hazards and laws, pest diagnosis and equipment handling techniques. Students also learn how to respond to pesticide-related emergencies and protect the environment.

The UC Guide to Healthy Lawns

The UC Guide to Healthy Lawns contains instructions for identifying grass species, amending and irrigating soils, seeding lawns and applying fertilizer.

Utah State University

Annuals and Perennials

Annuals and Perennials addresses the role of seasonal and returning plants in landscape design. Course topics include plant choice and care as well as non-invasive gardening techniques.

Plant Diseases and Chemicals

Plant Diseases and Chemicals shows gardeners how to diagnose and treat fungi. Video presentations focus on chemical pesticides that can be used in commercial or home gardens.

Plants and Landscapes

Plants and Landscapes includes topics in plant life cycles, annuals and perennials, plant physiology and plant selection.

Pruning

n Pruning, gardeners are shown how to prune a variety of trees and plants, including conifers, shrubs, vines and yews. Video topics discuss pruning rationale and equipment. Viewers also learn when to prune and how to make the right cuts.

Weed Control

Weed Control is one of the last installments in the landscape management series and covers topics in pre- and post-emergent chemical weed controls. Students also examine common weeds and their effect on landscapes and plants.


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