Explanation of Course Numbering

* LH-001 - LH-199 - Transferable Courses
* LH-200 - LH-299 - Non-Transferable Courses
* LH-500 - LH-599 - Non-Credit Courses
* LH-800 - LH-899 - Non-Credit, Fee-Based Courses

LH-01 - LH-075 - Transferable Courses

LH-001 and LH-001E
INTRODUCTION TO LANDSCAPE HORTICULTURE - 3 UNITS
An overview into the exciting world of Landscape Horticulture. In this semester long introduction we will cover the principles and practices of basic landscape horticulture to include: plant structure and physiology, soils, planting and transplanting, fertilization, weed control, propagation, plant growth regulators, organic gardening, job opportunities and garden maintenance. The labs for day classes include planting, garden renovation, classroom demonstrations and field trips to well-known public and private gardens in the Bay Area.

LH-002 and LH-002E
PLANT MATERIALS: TREE IDENTIFICATION & CULTURE -3 UNITS
Identification and culture of trees in the landscape. The labs for the classes are field trips to prominent Bay Area landscapes such as U. C. Berkeley, Dunsmuir House, and Mills College.

LH-003 and LH-003E
PLANT MATERIALS: GROUNDCOVERS & VINES IDENTIFICATION & CULTURE - 3 UNITS
Identification and Culture of over 100 Groundcovers and Vines for use in the landscape. Labs are field trips to prominent Bay Area landscapes such as Kaiser Rooftop Gardens, Lakeside Park and the Blake Estate.

LH-004 and LH-004E
PLANT MATERIALS: SHRUBS IDENTIFICATION & CULTURE - 3 UNITS
Identification, Care and Culture of shrubs in the landscape. The labs for the classes are field trips to prominent Bay Area landscapes such as U. C. Berkeley, Dunsmuir House, and Mills College.

LH-005 and LH-005E A-B
PLANT MATERIALS: CALIFORNIA NATIVE PLANTS IDENTIFICATION & CULTURE - 3 UNITS
Identification and culture of California native trees, shrubs, vines and groundcovers for use in the landscape. The labs for the day classes are field trips to prominent Bay Area landscapes such as Tilden Botanical Garden, U. C. Botanical Garden and several residential gardens.

LH-5A PLANT MATERIALS: FALL NATIVE PLANT ID WITH LAB (DAY)
Identification and culture of fall native plants used in the landscape: Climate, soil, and water preferences; garden culture; pest and disease problems; and pruning and propagation. The lab includes classroom demonstrations and field trips to prominent Bay Area landscapes.
LH-5B PLANT MATERIALS: SPRING NATIVE PLANT ID WITH LAB (DAY)
Identification and culture of spring native plants used in the landscape: Climate, soil, and water preferences; garden culture; pest and disease problems; and pruning and propagation. The lab includes classroom demonstrations and field trips to prominent Bay Area landscapes.
LH-5EA PLANT MATERIALS: FALL NATIVE PLANT ID WITH LAB (EVENING)
Identification and culture of fall native plants used in the landscape: Climate, soil, and water preferences; garden culture; pest and disease problems; and pruning and propagation. Slide presentations substituted for lab.
LH-5EB PLANT MATERIALS: SPRING NATIVE PLANT ID WITH LAB (EVENING)
Identification and culture of spring native plants used in the landscape: Climate, soil, and water
preferences; garden culture; pest and disease problems; and pruning and propagation. Slide
presentations substituted for lab.

LH-006 and LH-006E
PLANT MATERIALS: HERBACEOUS PLANT IDENTIFICATION & CULTURE - 3 UNITS
Identification, culture, design and maintenance of annuals, biennials and herbaceous perennials in the landscape.

LH-6A PLANT MATERIALS: FALL HERBACEOUS PLANT ID WITH LAB (DAY)
Identification and culture of fall blooming herbaceous plants used in the landscape: Climate, soil, and water preferences; garden culture; pest and disease problems; and pruning and propagation. The lab includes planting, garden renovation, classroom demonstrations, and field trips to prominent Bay Area landscapes.
LH-6B PLANT MATERIALS: SPRING HERBACEOUS PLANT ID WITH LAB (DAY)
Identification and culture of spring blooming herbaceous plants used in the landscape: Climate, soil, and water preferences; garden culture; pest and disease problems; and pruning and propagation. The lab includes planting, garden renovation, classroom demonstrations, and field trips to prominent Bay Area landscapes.
LH-6EA PLANT MATERIALS: FALL HERBACEOUS PLANT ID WITH LAB (EVENING)
Identification and culture of fall blooming herbaceous plants used in the landscape: Climate, soil, and water preferences; garden culture; pest and disease problems; and pruning and propagation. Slide presentations substituted for lab.
LH-6EB PLANT MATERIALS: SPRING HERBACEOUS PLANT ID WITH LAB (EVENING)
Identification and culture of spring blooming herbaceous plants used in the landscape: Climate, soil, and water preferences; garden culture; pest and disease problems; and pruning and propagation. Slide presentations substituted for lab.

LH-007 and LH-007E
PLANT MATERIALS: CONIFER IDENTIFICATION & CULTURE - 3 UNITS
Identification/culture of conifers used in landscapes: Climate, soil, and water preferences; pests and diseases; pruning and propagation.

LH-008 and LH-008E
TURF MANAGEMENT - 4 UNITS
Identification and culture of turf grasses commonly used in the landscape. Control of turf insects, diseases and weeds; turf irrigation, fertilization, planting and establishment; cultural practices such as mowing, aeration and topdressing.

LH 009 A-B-C
SKETCHUP PRO I-II-III
LH 9A: Introduction to the SketchUp 3D drawing program: Basic operating procedures, drawing and editing tools, and 3D drawing and presentation techniques for making presentations to clients, contractors, and other professionals.
LH 9B: Continuation of Lanht 9A: Advanced SketchUp tools including rending, landform modeling, and virtual walkthroughs.
LH 9C: Continuation of Lanht 9B: Applied use of SketchUp towards the production of student’s professional projects.

LH-010
INSECTS & PESTS - 3 UNITS
Identification of insect, mite and vertebrate pests of landscape plants and methods of control.

LH-011
PLANT DISEASES & CONTROL - 3 UNITS
Identification of the most common diseases of landscape plants including the environmental diseases caused by fungi, bacteria, viruses, and other organisms. Methods of control for each of these diseases is also covered.

LH-012
WEED IDENTIFICATION & CONTROL - 3 UNITS
Identification of weeds in the landscape and methods of control.

LH-013 and LH-013E
ARBORICULTURE - 3 UNITS
Principles and practices in the management of trees and shrubs in the landscape to include: pruning and its applications, growth regulators, budding and grafting, staking, cabling, bracing, tree valuation, diagnosis and treatment of tree pests and problems. The labs for this class are held on the horticulture facility and at selected gardens in the East Bay.

LH-014 and LH-014E
LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION - 3 UNITS
Principles and practices of landscape construction including: Construction of fences, gates, decks, patios, walkways, retaining walls, construction tools and safety, concrete and masonry work; laws and regulations. The labs for the day classes include safety training, experience using power tools, building a selection of the above mentioned types of projects in the horticulture facility.

LH-015 and LH-15E
BOTANY FOR HORTICULTURE - 4 UNITS
Introductory study of the structure, physiology, genetics, ecology, uses of plants; labs emphasize microscopy, physiology experiments, field I.D.

LH-016
SOIL MANAGEMENT - 3 UNITS
Principles and practices of good soil management: soil formation, types of soil, chemistry involved, soil and water relationships.

LH-017 and LH-017E
IRRIGATION & IRRIGATION WITH LAB - 3 UNITS
Principles and practices of irrigation design and installation.

LH-018A
LANDSCAPE DESIGN - 3 UNITS
Introduction to the principles of landscape design (primarily residential scale). LH-018A focuses on design process and definitions, legal and ethical issues and site analysis. It is suggested the student enroll concurrently in LH-022A.

LH-018B
LANDSCAPE DESIGN - 3 UNITS
Principles of landscape design continued.

LH-019
PLANT NUTRITION - 3 UNITS
Essential plant nutrients, deficiency symptoms, sources of nutrients, composting and cycling of nutrients.

LH-020
INTERIOR HORTICULTURE - 3 UNITS
Introduction to the identification and culture of interior plants, including planting, soils, environmental control, pests and diseases and propagation.

LH-021
HORTICULTURE EQUIPMENT OPERATION & REPAIR - 3 UNITS
Students learn basic principles of small engines operation, engine parts, scheduled maintenance, troubleshooting engine problems, performing repairs, and safety. Students learn to operate many tools powered by small gas engines, including lawn mowers, edgers, blowers, tillers, brush cutters, lawn aerators, dethatchers, chainsaws, diesel tractors, and others.

LH-022A
LANDSCAPE DESIGN LAB - 1 UNIT
Production of landscape design drawings.

LH-022B
LANDSCAPE DESIGN LAB - 1 UNIT
Production of landscape design drawings continued.

LH-023
PLANT TERMINOLOGY - 2.5 UNITS
Nomenclature and terminology commonly used in identification of plants.

LH-024
PLANT PROPAGATION - 3 UNITS
A survey of all phases of plant propagation, seeds, transplants, cuttings, layering, division and micro-propagation. Both theory and practical experience in producing plants from their beginnings to eventual marketing.

LH-025
NURSERY MANAGEMENT - 3 UNITS
Management of both herbaceous and woody crops in relation to propagation, culture, and marketing practices. Emphasis is placed on planning and scheduling. Recommended prerequisites: LH-01 & 23.

LH-026
PRUNING - 0.5 UNITS
Learn to prune fruit trees, roses, trees and shrubs in this intensive two Saturday class. This is a required class for all certificates.

LH-028 A-B
PERMACULTURE FUNDAMENTALS - 3 UNITS
Strategies and techniques of basic permaculture design and application to design of livable human communities: Observation of natural patterns, gardening in urban settings, water/water recycling in the landscape, and commonalities with practices of indigenous peoples.
28A: Permaculture ethics and basic principles, soil and soil fertility, flood and erosion control, and synergistic plant associations.
28B: Design and assessment of landscapes, reducing waste and developing super efficient systems, advanced mulching techniques, and student designs.

LH-029
PLANTING DESIGN - 4 UNITS
This course will focus on the use of plants as landscape design elements. Topics will include ecological design criteria, functional use of plants in design, plants as spatial delineators, visual and aesthetic qualities of plants, and planting design styles. Students will complete planting design projects related to each topic and present them to the class.

LH-031
SITE OPERATIONS - 4 UNITS
Site operations and procedures common to both landscape designers and builders: Site analysis techniques, layout and staking procedures, measuring techniques, operating a transit level, cost estimating, and other tasks required to adapt a design to a site.

LH-032
DESIGNING WITH NATIVE PLANTS - 3 UNITS
Comprehensive study of the use of native plants for landscape design: Residential and commercial design applications as well as plant communities and local native plant requirements.

LH-033
DESIGN EVALUATION OF BAY AREA LANDSCAPES - 3 UNITS
Investigation of selected landscapes around the San Francisco Bay area: Planting plans and visual principles; history and conditions under which they were designed; field experience, observation, and evaluation of their success.

LH-034 A-C
COMPUTER- ASSISTED LANDSCAPE DESIGN - 2.5 UNITS
Principles and techniques of 2D and 3D computer-assisted landscape design: Layering, dimensioning, technical computations, free-hand techniques, symbol libraries, and preparation of completed designs.
34A: 2D drawing and editing tools; CAD organizational and calculation tools; personal symbol libraries; and section, elevation, and axonometric drawings.
34B: Constructing object and plant reference libraries and plant databases; layout plans and CAD perspective drawings using 2D and 3D tools.
34C: Constructing and editing 3D models and landforms and advanced rendering of landscape perspective and axonometric plans.

LH-035 A-B
ADVANCED LANDSCAPE DESIGN - 4 UNITS
Principles and practices of advanced landscape design, including site analysis, designing small public and private spaces, aesthetics, topography, and detailing of structures. Builds on the principles and techniques covered in LH 18A/B and 22A/B.

LH-036 A-C
NATURAL BUILDING - 3 UNITS
Building and design techniques which use energy-efficient, local, natural, sustainable, and accessible materials with a focus on urban applications: Historical and current uses of natural building materials, hands-on experience, guest lecturers, and tours of local projects.
36A: Appropriate site-specific materials and construction of natural building foundations and small projects (benches, ovens, walls).
36B: Site assessment, design sketches, and construction of natural building roof systems and small projects (natural plasters, rammed earth).
36C: Independent student projects and construction of natural building walls with plastering and poured adobe flooring.

LH-038 -
NATIVE PLANT HABITATS - 2 UNITS
Principles and practices of native plant habitats: Exploration of the major plant habitats in California and examples of native plants found in those habitats; study of the major components that define a plant habitat, such as climate, soil, water, exposure, plant associations, etc.; native plants recommended for various garden situations.

LH-039
PLANT MATERIALS REVIEW - 1.5 UNITS
Field review of native and exotic trees, shrubs, groundcovers and vines typically used in Bay Area landscaping: Overview of recognition techniques and identification clues while studying live specimens.

LH-043
INTRODUCTION TO GOLF & SPORTS TURF MANAGEMENT - 1 UNIT
Turf design and management at golf courses, sports fields, and parks: History, evaluation and evolution of construction practices, environmental considerations in design and management, and industry trends and career opportunities.

LH-045 A-B-C
MUSHROOM CULTIVATION - 2 UNITS
Incorporation of mushrooms in the landscape and garden for food, medicine, aesthetics, soil building, composting, and bioremediation. How these organisms function similarly and differently with plants. Study of relationships with plants, taxonomy, and lore. Laboratory capture and ramping up methods, translation of lab methods to home use.

LH-048 NX
TOPOGRAPHY & SITE DEVELOPMENT - 3 UNITS
This course examines topography as a critical element in landscape design and construction. Students will learn to read and prepare topo maps, to use a builder's level to measure elevation changes, to understand and prepare basic drainage diagrams, and to study grading and landforms as design elements.

LH-048 NZ
INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT - 1 UNIT
An introduction to Integrated Pest Management as a viable alternative to pesticide use. An in depth look at pesticide alternatives. Discussion of several integrated pest management case studies and steps needed to begin an Integrated Pest Management program.

LH-048 OE
PLANT MATERIALS: MEDITERRANEAN/SOUTH AFRICAN & AUSTRALIAN - 3 UNITS
Identification and culture of Mediterranean, South African, and Australian plants used in Bay Area landscapes: Climate, soil and water preferences; garden culture; pest and disease problems and pruning and propagation. The labs for the day classes include field trips to local gardens and arboreta to identify plants.

LH-048 OJ
CROP PRODUCTION/MARKETING/SALES - 1.5 UNITS
Plant production from seed to sale. Crop production including: propagation techniques, soil mixes, fertilizers, light and water, Sales and marketing strategies.

LH-048 OO
CYCLES OF LAND USE - 3 UNITS
Plant systems and human communities of East Bay: Integrated study (hydrology/ topography/ botany/ ecology/ resource management) of local landscape.

LH-048 OP
FROM DAMS TO GREYWATER - 2 UNITS
CA water systems and influence on regional agricultural, industrial, and urban development; resource management; sustainable water harvesting.

LH-048 OU
HORTICULTURAL HYDROPONICS
Exploration of the use of hydroponics, an alternative method to growing horticultural plants in soils: Basics of plant growth including nutrient and environmental requirements; includes a laboratory component which facilitates set-up and operation of soilless systems.

LH-48 OV-OW-OX
FREEHAND DRAWING FO LANDSCAPE DESIGNERS I, II, III
Freehand drawing techniques to assist landscape designers to produce three-dimensional images of their designs.
48 OV: Basic line-drawing techniques including depicting profiles and texture, light and shade, toning, value, and volumes; drawing horizon-line perspective sketches, and rendering plants and landscape materials.
48 OW: Constructing freehand gridded perspective drawings of existing landscapes, converting
plan-view landscape design drawings into freehand perspective and axonometric views, depicting complex terrain and elevation changes.
48OX: Advanced freehand drawing techniques, including isometric sketching techniques, mixed-media presentations, rapid visualization methods, and presentation-quality perspective drawings.

LH-050
PLANT TAXONOMY - 3 UNITS
Naming, describing and classifying of plants. Recognizes and properly explains the variation of plants and systematically organizes this information. Cataloging, identifying and classifying species used in horticulture, exotic and native.

LH-050L
PLANT TAXONOMY LAB - 1 UNIT
Practical field experience in naming, describing and classifying plants: Plant classification system used as a tool in collecting, cataloging, identifying and classifying species used in horticulture, native and naturalized; vegetation patterns and component species.

LH-051 A/D
NATURAL LANDSCAPE INTERPRETATION - VARIABLE UNITS
Dominant and typical plant constituents of each vegetation unit in California, focusing on those species currently used in the nursery industry. Merging of habitat, soil and climatic factors with plant species to establish appropriate natural and horticultural context.

LH-052 A/C
ADVANCED PROPAGATION - 2 UNITS
An in-depth study of concepts in plant propagation, which includes seeds, cuttings, layering and grafting. Field trips and guest speakers will highlight the practice of plant propagation in the nursery industry.

LH-053
ALPINES & ROCK GARDENS LAB - 2 UNITS
Observation of nature's effect on natural rock garden formation and application of these principles in the design and installation of local artificial rock gardens. Discussion of native and exotic alpine species, natural rock garden environments, and plant habitat composition.

LH-055
HISTORY OF GARDENS AND GARDENING
Historical evolution of gardens from the earliest cultivation of plants by humans to the present day: History of the theory and practice of garden design, horticulture, and cultivation of plants (both useful and ornamental), and of the artistic, social, philosophical, and literary contexts of garden-making through the ages; examination of the lives of people who have contributed to the creation of gardens by designing them, creating and cultivating plants to grow in them, writing about them, and depicting them in art, literature and music.

LH-056 A-B-C
REGENERATIVE DESIGN
56A: Introduction to biological systems that can heal cities and its inhabitants through bioremediation,
living architecture, and innovative water management: Emphasis on an overview of urban toxicology and
environmental issues; regenerative design and use of plant species and systems, environmental justice,
and detoxification.
56B: Introduction to biological systems that can heal cities and its inhabitants through bioremediation,
living architecture, and innovative water management: Emphasis on watershed, foodshed, and airshed
systems; treatment of wetlands, living structures, rainwater treatment, phyto- and mycoremediation for
contaminated soils, biofiltering and tree/grass/plant selection for pollution abatement.
56C: Introduction to biological systems that can heal cities and its inhabitants through bioremediation,
living architecture, and innovative water management: Emphasis on environmental microbiology; bacterial and fungal agents, soil physics and management, and overview of resources and services in regenerative design

LH-057
AESTHETIC AND EXPERIMENTAL DYNAMICS IN LANDSCAPE DESIGN
Aesthetic and experiential principles underlying the practice of landscape design: Form, space, unity, pattern, and scale as major factors in the development of landscape designs. Focus on aesthetic aspects as compositional unifiers and on creating and enhancing sensory experience through the manipulation of landscape forms and materials.

LH-058
CAD CLINIC
Use of the computer-assisted landscape design software VectorWorks: Reinforcement of materials presented in LANHT 34A for the preparation of landscape plans in both academic and professional work; designed to increase speed and proficiency in the use of the software, including use and application of all 2D drawing, drafting and editing tools and resource libraries; and creation and management of customized resources and symbols.

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LH-200 - LH-299 - Non-Transferable Courses

LH-201
LANDSCAPE MAINTEINANCE PRACTICES - 3 UNITS
Day-to-day aspects of maintenance gardening such as: Organizational skills, advertising, tool selection, generating business, estimating strategies, setting rates, client relations, efficiency strategies, and good maintenance habits.

LH-202A-D
SOIL MANAGEMENT LAB - 0.5 UNITS
This class will consist of 18 laboratory experiments based on the principles and techniques of soil management. The students will analyze soil, soil reports, and perform field tests. Plant and soil relationships will be explored through experiments. Experiments will range from simple texture tests to complex water/soil tests.

LH-203
GREENHOUSE OPERATIONS/MANAGEMENT - 3 UNITS
An in-depth study of greenhouse management and operations including construction of greenhouse structures for specific crops such as mums, cyclamen, poinsettias and azaleas, greenhouse growing media, irrigation systems, heating and cooling, and fertilization programs.

LH-204
FLORICULTURE, HYDROPONICS & CROP PRODUCTION - 2 UNITS
Principles and practical applications of commercial plant and flower production in the greenhouse industry. Emphasis on crop scheduling, greenhouse soils, watering, fertilizers, pest control and identification, post harvest handling and marketing, as well as the greenhouse environment and how it pertains to the growing of plants for profit.

LH-205
ALL ABOUT ROSES - 1 UNIT
An in-depth study of growing roses from bare-root roses through blooming roses. Includes trip to a local rose nursery.

LH-206
LANDSCAPE MAINTEINANCE BUSINESS PRACTICES - 3 UNITS
Business aspects of maintenance gardening: Bookkeeping, tax records, licenses, and legal matters such as contract law in preparation for the landscape contractors examination; also covers small claims court procedures.

LH-207
SPECIAL PROJECTS IN LANDSCAPE HORTICULTURE - VARIABLE UNITS
Special Projects in Landscape Horticulture: Provides hands-on experience with projects ranging from aesthetic pruning to design and installation of California native and non-native gardens as well as Master Gardener and Master Composter training.

LH-208 A-B-C
GROWING & USING HERBS IN THE LANDSCAPE - 2 UNITS
208 A: Comprehensive study of growing and using herbs for culinary, medicinal, utilitarian, and
ornamental use: Herb identification and usage; planting, care, and propagation of herbs; harvesting, preparing, creating, and safely applying herbal products;
208 B: Applying the information and principles learned in the beginning section: Perform demos,
presentations, and supervise the beginning level students.
208 C: Research into selected herbs, preps, or other aspects of herbology: Design an herb garden.

LH-209
IRRIGATION TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR - 1 UNIT
Troubleshooting strategies for irrigation systems including controller problems: Repair techniques for all irrigation systems including rotor, impact, spray and drip.

LH-210 A-B-C
LANDSCAPE DESIGN FORUM - 2 UNITS
Forum emphasizing professional practices in landscape design, including review of student
designs for client presentation and guest speakers in the trade:
210A: Basics of contracts and professional licensing options; development of a portfolio to
market services.
210B: Strategies for estimating landscape design fees and installation costs and managing
project budgets.
210C: Presenting designs to clients and planning boards; developing resource lists of nurseries,
suppliers, and subcontractors; continuing education opportunities in the landscape design field.

LH-211 A-B-C
BENEFICIAL BEASTS IN THE GARDEN AND LANDSCAPE -2 UNITS
211 A: Study of the benefits of incorporating wild, naturalized, and domesticated members of the animal kingdom in the garden and landscape: Life cycles and ecological environments (aquatic, terrestrial, aerial) of animals typically encountered or used in the garden and landscape with concentration on representative species (worms, maggots, mantises, escargot, honeybees, tadpoles, birds, livestock, etc.); biological, mechanical, temporal, and other natural barriers detrimental to undesirables in the landscape.
211 B: Apply the information and principles learned I the beginning section: Perform demos, presentations, and supervise the beginning level students.
211 C: Research selected topics in applied zoology. Design a system integrating animals in the garden landscape.

LH-220
EDIBLE LANDSCAPES - 2 UNITS
Use flowers, foliage & herbs to create specialized craft projects structured to meet the needs and capabilities of special populations. Special attention will be given to crafts projects for seniors and for children.

LH-248 NH
CULTURAL GARDENING - 3 UNITS
Exploration of how culture, including one’s own, influences our relationship to gardens, food
and the landscape: Investigation of the symbolic, social, and cultural role of edible gardens in
diverse cultures and the recognition of how one's own heritage can be an asset as a gardener
and designer; documentation of knowledge through hands-on experience in interviewing and
photography.

LH-248 NM-NN-NO
CHEMISTRY FOR GARDENERS - 1 UNIT
248NM: Principles of horticultural chemistry: Chemical concepts as they relate to the garden, the
greenhouse, landscapes, and agricultural production; emphasis on elements in the periodic table important for plant growth, soil nutrition, composting, and fruit, vegetable, and ornamental production; atomic structure and chemical bonding; laboratory work focuses on the scientific method and the periodic table.
248NN: Continuation of 248NM. Emphasis on chemical equations and calculations, units of measurement, and chemical reactions; laboratory work focuses on units of measure, and analysis of selected plant and soil constituents.
248NO: Continuation of 248NN. Emphasis on dimensional analysis, gases, liquids, solids, and acids and bases; laboratory work focuses on analysis of selected plant and soil constituents.

LH-248 NP
SOIL MANAGEMENT FOR BAY AREA GARDENS - 1 UNIT
Students will examine the importance of soil fertility, water management, and soil texture of
San Francisco Bay area gardens. In this hands- on class, students will analyze soils for
nutrients, water holding capacity, soil texture and pH. Ultimately, students will learn how to
fertilize, condition, and water their soils for optimum growth in a sustainable approach. In-lab
results of important soil parameters will be compared to results obtained from a certified lab.
Students are encouraged to bring their own garden soil samples.

LH-250
BASIC GARDENING SKILLS / FALL - 1 UNIT
Class will cover: Plant identification, pruning, plant problems, fertilization, planting, transplanting, plant propagation, soils and plant nutrition, landscape construction, irrigation installation and maintenance, small engine maintenance and repair, tool handling, safety, and turf grass maintenance with an emphasis on garden management practices.

LH-251
BASIC GARDENING SKILLS / SPRING - 1 UNIT
Class will cover: Plant identification, pruning, plant problems, fertilization, planting, transplanting, plant propagation, soils and plant nutrition, landscape construction, irrigation installation and maintenance, small engine maintenance and repair, tool handling, safety, and turf grass maintenance with an emphasis on garden management practices.

LH-252
BASIC GARDENING SKILLS / SUMMER - 1 UNIT
Class will cover: Plant identification, pruning, plant problems, fertilization, planting, transplanting, plant propagation, soils and plant nutrition, landscape construction, irrigation installation and maintenance, small engine maintenance and repair, tool handling, safety, and turf grass maintenance with an emphasis on garden management practices.

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LH-500 - LH-599 - Non-Credit Courses

LH-501
URBAN COMMUNITY GARDENING - 0 UNITS
Fills a community need for education in developing, and implementing, constructing and maintaining Urban Community Gardens. This course is intended to provide vocational and occupational training for community members.

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LH-800 - LH-899 - Non-Credit, Fee-Based Courses

LH-800
AESTHETIC PRUNING - 0 UNITS
First in our Aesthetic pruning series. An introduction to aesthetic pruning of ornamental trees to achieve a desired result including problem solving and enhancement of natural attributes. There will also be a brief discussion of the business of pruning.

LH-801
THE ART OF PRUNING DECIDUOUS TREES & SHRUBS - 0 UNITS
This is a lecture course, which covers in depth the study on the art of pruning deciduous trees. Topics such as dormant pruning of deciduous trees, pruning containerized trees and shrubs and techniques to improve the winter siLH-0ouette will be discussed. This course is intended for students of all levels of pruning expertise.

LH-802
CONTINENTAL FLORAL DESIGN - 0 UNITS
This course focuses on the current design styles and trends and techniques being practiced in Europe. Students will create designs using floral material they provide.

LH-803
FINDING THE ESSENCE OF A TREE - 0 UNITS
This class will cover: The identification of different tree forms such as slant, formal upright, windswept, clump, and other techniques will be taught as to the pruning of these various forms. Special emphasis will be given to unique characteristics of selected trees. Students will learn pruning methods to enhance these characteristics.

LH-804
PRUNING FLOWERING TREES & SHRUBS - 0 UNITS
This class will cover: The pruning, styling and caring of most of the flowering trees and shrubs found in East Bay gardens. Topics will include when to prune, selection of tree forms, fertilization and problem solving. This course is intended for student of all levels of pruning expertise.

LH-805
ROCK PLACEMENT IN THE LANDSCAPE - 0 UNITS
Theory and practice of placing rocks in the landscape: Includes tools and equipment used to place rocks.

LH-806
BASIC GARDENING FOR HOMEOWNERS - 0 UNITS
Learn to avoid the butchered look from improper pruning. Learn how to water, fertilize and plant properly.

LH-807
DRIP IRRIGATION - 0 UNITS
A one-day intensive class on the materials and methods of drip irrigation.

LH-808
CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY DECORATIONS - 0 UNITS
Create your own Holiday wreaths and decorations.

LH-810
PRUNING MAPLES - 0 UNITS
This is a lecture course, which covers in depth the techniques needed to prune maple trees. Topics such as seasonal pruning of maples, proper care, trouble, analysis, winter siLH-0ouette and form enhancement will be discussed. This course is intended for students of all levels of pruning expertise.

LH-811A
PRUNING PINES - 0 UNITS
Basic techniques of pruning ornamental pine trees, including styling, design and proper care.

LH-811B
ADVANCED PINE PRUNING - 0 UNITS
This is a lecture course, which covers in depth the techniques needed to prune ornamental pine trees. Topics such as professional pruning of pines, proper care and problem solving and form enhancement will be discussed. This course is intended for students of all levels of pruning expertise.

LH-812
ART OF THE FOCAL POINT TREE - 0 UNITS
This course is a lecture course, which covers in depth the techniques needed to prune the focal point tree. Topics such as tree form, location, detail pruning and special care of the focal point tree will be discussed. This course is intended for students of all levels of pruning expertise.

LH-815
PRUNING FOR THE BIG PICTURE - 0 UNITS
This is a lecture course, which covers in depth the study on pruning for the big picture. Topics such as general pruning, detail pruning, depth of field, height, width, direction and relative importance of various trees and shrubs within a garden will be discussed. This course is intended for students of all levels of pruning expertise.

LH-816
PRUNING CONTAINER TREES & SHRUBS - 0 UNITS
This is a lecture course, which covers in depth the study on pruning container trees and shrubs. Topics such as detail pruning, miniaturizing, caring, wiring and positioning will be discussed. This course is intended for students of all levels of pruning expertise.

LH-817
PRUNING JAPANESE GARDENS - 0 UNITS
This is a lecture course, which will cover the basics of pruning plants found in a Japanese garden. Topics such as pruning specific types of plants, creating moods and feeling through pruning, and problem solving will be discussed. This course is intended for students of all levels of pruning expertise.

LH-818
PRUNING CONIFERS - 0 UNITS
This is a lecture course that covers the pruning of ornamental conifers. Topics such as seasonal pruning, restoring and styling of conifers will be discussed. This course is intended for students of all levels of pruning expertise.

LH-819
TREE & SHRUB REDUCTION - 0 UNITS
This is a lecture course that covers the pruning techniques needed to massively reduce trees and shrubs. Topics such as proper season, form reconstruction, and plan of approach will be discussed. This course is intended for students of all levels of pruning expertise.

LH-821
ADVANCED HOLIDAY DECORATIONS - 0 UNITS
Learn how to make a festive wall hanging arrangement, mantle decoration and table centerpiece. Bring floral shears, wire cutters and fabric shears, plus any decorative accessories (ornaments, candles, dried pomegranates, etc.,) that you would like to include.

LH-823
AESTHETIC PRUNING AS A CAREER - 0 UNITS
This course is a lecture course which covers the business aspects of the aesthetic pruning field. Topics such as customer relationship; fee structure, work schedule, equipment and long-term goals will be discussed. This course is intended for students of all level of pruning expertise.

LH-824
ORNAMENTAL GRASSES - 0 UNITS
A brief overview of ornamental grasses for use in landscaping. Explore how ornamental grasses can be used effectively as both a lawn substitute as well as on their own. Identification and cultural conditions will be stressed. Identification and culture of ornamental grasses for use in the landscape.

LH-825
INTRODUCTION TO FLORAL DESIGN - 0 UNITS
This course includes identification of western designs, theory, and trends. Practical application designing a western line, triangle, crescent, vertical, Hogarth curve, horizontal, pointed oval, and "L" arrangements.

LH-826
CLASSICAL WESTERN DESIGN - 0 UNITS
This course includes identification of materials, basic design styles, theory, and trends. Practical application designing corsages, round, asymmetrical, equilateral triangle, hairpieces, bud vases, and rose arrangements.

LH-830
THE BUSINESS OF LANDSCAPING - 0 UNITS
A brief overview of types of businesses, legal requirements (licenses, taxes), record keeping, employer/employee issues and other basic information needed to set up a landscaping business.

LH-833 ORCHIDS IN THE HOME - 0 UNITS
Care and culture of Cattleya, Phalaenopsis and Paphiopedium orchids including information on proper light, fertilization, temperature requirements and repotting.

LH-834
CREATIVE CELEBRATIONS - PARTY WORK - 0 UNITS
Creative ways of decorating for celebrations: Planning, executing and setup.

LH-836
ADVANCED GARDENING FOR HOMEOWNERS - 0 UNIT
Garden maintenance topics including basic lawn care, tools, composting, some popular plants, container gardens and some basic design ideas.

LH-837
CYMBIDIUM CULTURE & CARE - 0 UNIT
Make your Cymbidium orchids flourish: Fertilization, temperature requirements and growing media. Demonstration and practical experience in division and repotting. Bring one plant with you for practice; additional plants will be available for purchase. Supplies to pot a one-gallon division included.

LH-838
CREATIVE CENTERPIECES - 0 UNITS
Creating inspired centerpieces, from formal to casual, simple to extravagant: Seven different styles covered include round, horizontal, composite, pedestal, contemporary, vegetative, and classical arrangements; arrangements created using flowers brought by the student.

LH-839
INTRODUCTION TO BONSAI - 0 UNIT
History and discussion of bonsai as an art and science, including an introduction to the five basic bonsai styles, branch placement of trees, scale or proportion, use of wire for training, pruning methods. transplanting, seasonal care and a discussion of a wide range of plant materials. Students will make a bonsai using knowledge gained.

LH-839B
INTERMEDIATE BONSAI - 0 UNITS
More advanced styles, wiring, pruning and branch placement techniques in bonsai.

LH-840
WEDDING BOUQUETS I - 0 UNITS
Design a round, cascade, crescent and arm bouquet. Design technique and identification of materials.

LH-842
WEDDING BOUQUETS II - 0 UNITS
Wedding bouquet design techniques and identification of materials: Construction of a basket, pomander ball, hand-tied bouquet, and wreath bouquet using fresh flowers.

LH-843
GARDENING WITH CHILDREN - 0 UNITS
Garden projects that can be done with children: Gardening at home and at school, year-round gardening projects, available books and funding sources for gardening projects, and in-class projects to take home for use with children.

LH-848OY
THE ART OF THE LACE-LEAF MAPLE - 0 UNITS
Culture and history of lace leaf Japanese maples: Visual presentation of various cultivars and their use in the landscape; emphasis on placement, care and training to enhance the tree’s character.

LH-848OZ
JAPANESE GARDEN DESIGN - 0 UNITS
Workshop on how to use the Bay Area’s architecture to create more than just “Japanese-style” gardens, but nature-inspired garden spaces: Emphasize on everything from paths to plantings, stonework to stream and pond construction.

LH-849
HORTICULTURAL THERAPY - 0 UNITS
Exploration of horticultural therapy programs and projects that encompass the needs of specific groups of people.

LH-855
INTRODUCTION TO WEDDING WORK - 0 UNITS
An overview of floral decorations and trade practices used in the wedding industry. Discussed are responsibilities of the florist, bouquet styles, etiquette, and customs.

LH-856
GROWING ROSES - 0 UNITS
Selection, planting, pruning and care of roses. Exploration of the rose varieties from the Old Garden Roses through Modern Roses. Design of rose gardens.

LH-881
THE ART OF WISTERIA - 0 UNITS
Culture and history of wisteria: Identification and discussion of the advantages and disadvantages of the different species of wisteria, and explanation of the growth and training methods to provide optimal flowering.

LH-885
FROM GARDEN TO TABLE - 0 UNITS
Introduction to seasonal fruits, vegetables, and cultural varieties available from one’s own garden, supermarket, specialty store, or local farmer’s market: “Certified organic” standards, shopping at nearby markets, and demonstration of 3-4 recipes using fresh seasonal ingredients to create simple dishes.

LH-887
WEDDING DECORATIONS - 0 UNITS
This class presents an overview of the basic decorative elements for wedding celebrations. Labs include decorating an arch, candelabra, pew, buffet table, guest table and cake table.
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EXPLANATION OF COURSE NUMBERS:

* Course Numbers 001 - 199: degree applicable, transferable to CSU/UC (always check with college).
* Course Numbers 200 - 249: degree applicable, non-transferable.
* Course Numbers 250 - 299: non-degree, non-transferable.
* Course Numbers 500 - 699: no credit courses.
* Course Numbers 800 - 999: fee-based, no credit classes.

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