Courses
Spring 2025 Horticulture Courses
HORT-110: Introduction to Horticulture and Plant Science
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the fascinating topic of plant science, based on regenerative practices. Starting with plant morphology, topics include physiology, propagation, growth media, biological competitors, post-harvest technology, plant breeding and cultivation of fiber, ornamental and native plants.
HORT 110-8117
HORT 110-3644
HORT-111: Plant Propagation and Production: Winter and Spring
This course introduces plant propagation and production practices for nursery operations, with an emphasis on sexual and asexual reproduction of winter and spring plants. Topics include winter and spring planting specifications, transplanting, fertilizing, plant pest and disease control; structures and site layout; preparation and use of propagating and planting mediums; use and maintenance of common tools and equipment; regulations pertaining to plant production; and new plant introductions in the nursery industry. Students will also participate in greenhouse management, scheduling of plant production, seed-starting, vegetative propagation and marketing of winter and spring containerized nursery stock.
HORT 111-8223
HORT-113: Plant Materials and Their Uses: Winter and Spring
This course introduces the identification and landscape uses and growth requirements of plants for California that are of special interest in winter or spring. Topics include native and introduced plant identification, cultural and environmental requirements, and landscape uses. Plants emphasized are selected from the current California Association of Nurseries and Garden Centers (CANGC) and Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) Certification test plant lists.
HORT 113-8114
HORT-120: Soil Science and Management
This course covers the principles of soil science and its management in horticulture. Topics include soil formation, classification, physical and chemical properties, soil fertility, soil amendments, and sustainable soil management practices. Students learn to evaluate soil conditions and apply appropriate management techniques to improve plant growth and productivity.
HORT 120-8248
HORT-121: Soil Science and Management Laboratory
This laboratory course provides hands-on experience in soil analysis, sampling techniques, and soil management practices. Students will identify soil properties, evaluate soil fertility, and implement strategies to improve soil health, including soil amendments, composting, and erosion control measures.
HORT 121-8255
HORT-168: Nursery and Greenhouse Practices: Winter/Spring
This course develops the knowledge and skills needed to work as a manager or supervisor in the wholesale and retail plant nursery industry and provides advanced training in production, staging and marketing of plants, as well as staff management and customer care in winter and spring. Topics include office practices, business operations, and management and marketing for container, hydroponic and aquaponic greenhouse systems.
HORT 168-8190
Fall 2024 Horticulture Courses
HORT-110: Introduction to Horticulture and Plant Science
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the fascinating topic of plant science, based on regenerative practices. Starting with plant morphology, topics include physiology, propagation, growth media, biological competitors, post-harvest technology, plant breeding and cultivation of fiber, ornamental and native plants.
HORT 110-3460
HORT 110-8192
HORT-112: Plant Propagation and Production: Summer and Fall
This course introduces plant propagation and production practices for nursery operations, with a focus on summer and fall plants. Topics include seasonal planting specifications; transplanting; fertilizing; seasonal plant pest and disease control; light and temperature variables; structures and site layout; preparation and use of propagating and planting mediums; use and maintenance of common tools and equipment; regulations; and new plant introductions. Students will participate in greenhouse management, scheduling of plant production and marketing of summer and fall containerized nursery stock.
HORT 112-8490
HORT-114: Plant Materials and Their Uses: Summer and Fall
This course introduces the identification and uses of common plants in the California landscape that are of special interest in the summer or fall. Topics include native and introduced plant identification, growth habits, cultural and environmental requirements, and uses in the landscape. Plants emphasized will come from the current California Association of Nurseries and Garden Centers (CANGC) and Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) Certification Tests Plant Lists.
HORT 114-8030
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HORT-151: Controlled Environment Growing (CEG): Methods of Plant Production
This course presents the history, current state, and future of Controlled Environment Growing (CEG), also known as Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA). Topics include hydroponics, aquaponics, and aeroponic systems, as well as a review of basic plant anatomy and physiology. Emphasis is placed on cultural practices, plant protection (insects and diseases), pollination/fertilization and bee management, plant nutrition and disorders, irrigation systems and nutrient solutions, transplant production, structures, control systems and energy conservation, harvesting, grading and storage, marketing and economics of CEG systems.
HORT 151-8190
HORT-163: Nursery and Greenhouse Practices: Summer/Fall
This course develops skills needed for managers and supervisors in the wholesale and retail plant nursery industry. It covers topics such as plant production, staging, and marketing, as well as staff management and customer care during the summer and fall seasons. Additionally, it includes office practices, business operations, and management and marketing for container, hydroponics, and aquaponic greenhouse systems.
HORT 163-3810
HORT-185: Site Analysis
This course provides an introduction to the site analysis skills required by landscape designers, architects, contractors, maintenance technicians and gardeners. Details of specified sites are assessed, inventoried and documented including climatic, geographical, historical, legal, horticultural, and infrastructural conditions.
HORT 185-8210
Note: Will be in room A221, not OH
HORT-187: Sustainable Water Management
California's relationship with water is complicated, swinging from drought to floods. In this course, we introduce practices in landscape irrigation and sustainable water management for California landscapes. Topics include soil, water and plant relationships, auditing, design, monitoring techniques, groundwater banking, rainwater collection, gray water systems, subsurface systems repair, regulations, storage supply and quality.
HORT 187-8215
Summer 2024 Horticulture Courses
HORT-160: Plant Propagation: Summer
This course will introduce students to the principles and practices of plant propagation from seed and vegetative material to marketable nursery stock. The key concepts of physiological processes, environmental requirements, and techniques required for successful plant production will be covered.