
Explore planting design that blends greenery with architecture to create sustainable, beautiful spaces. Learn plant selection based on light, soil, water, global climatic zones, and native versus exotic options.
Explore how planting design blends art and science to arrange outdoor and indoor spaces, integrating with architecture and interiors for beauty, functionality, and improved well-being, plus environmental benefits.
Implement sustainable and native planting to reduce water use and support local ecosystems, while integrating biophilic design, edible landscaping, and minimalist geometric layouts for modern, functional spaces.
Explore global climatic zones and their effect on plant selection. Learn how temperature, rainfall, humidity, and altitude shape species choices and drainage in tropical, arid, temperate, subtropical, and Mediterranean climates.
Explore the benefits and challenges of native and exotic plants in planting design, and learn to balance them for sustainability, biodiversity, and aesthetic variety.
Explore how light, soil, and water guide plant selection from sun to shade, including shadow analysis. Identify soil types, pH, and watering needs to match plants with site conditions.
Explore how seasonal variations and plant lifespans shape planting design, balancing annuals, biennials, and perennials for year-round visual interest and ecological balance.
Master essential plant maintenance practices to keep landscapes healthy and vibrant. Focus on watering, pruning, fertilization, pest and disease control, drip irrigation, and seasonal and long-term care plans.
Explore planting design and the overview provided by this lecture. Capture the key takeaways highlighted for this course.
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles and practices of planting design, focusing on creating functional, aesthetic, and sustainable landscapes. Participants will explore the foundational elements of plant selection, design principles, and environmental considerations. The course begins with an overview of planting design concepts and contemporary trends shaping the field today. Key topics include understanding global climatic zones, the benefits and challenges of using native vs. exotic plants, and the critical factors influencing plant health, such as light, soil, and water requirements.
Students will also learn to navigate seasonal variations and plant life spans, ensuring their designs are resilient throughout the year. In addition, the course covers best practices for plant maintenance and care, preparing students to manage and sustain their planting designs over time. Through a combination of lectures and practical insights, this course equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to create thoughtful, sustainable planting schemes suitable for a variety of climates and design contexts.
Course Objectives:
Understand the core principles of planting design.
Gain insight into contemporary trends in landscape and planting design.
Learn to select plants based on environmental factors such as climate, soil, and water.
Explore the differences between native and exotic plants, and their roles in design.
Develop strategies to maintain plant health through proper care and seasonal management.