HORT 122 Pruning

2 credits

Includes the most current theories and techniques of proper pruning. Students learn how pruning a plant affects its growth processes, flowering, fruiting, rejuvenation, and aesthetics. The focus is on plants of western Washington.

Prerequisites: ABED 040 (or placement into MATH 087 or higher) and ABED 046 (or placement into ENGL 093 or higher)

Corequisites: HORT 127

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Use the knowledge of plant anatomy and physiology to correctly prune
Apply current theories and techniques of proper pruning
Properly prune various trees (evergreen and deciduous), shrubs and ground covers
Explain the effect of various pruning techniques on different plants
Safely use and maintain various tools
Communicate multiple, complex pruning techniques both orally and in writing

Program Outcomes
This course teaches to the following program outcomes:

be prepared for Washington State Nursery and Landscape Association Certified Professional Horticulturists exams
demonstrate professional knowledge of horticultural skills

Total Hours: 30 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 10 Guided Practice (Lab or Clinical) Hours: 20