Introduction to Gardening

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Course Description

Does spring weather make you wish to get your hands dirty in the garden? Is your neighbor's garden the envy of your eye? Have you always wanted to start a garden but just were not sure how to start? The easiest way make this decision is to take a class that will guide you step by easy step through the process of deciding what kind of garden you wish to start, where to place it, how to be certain that the soil is ready and good for growing, how to know what to plant and where to plant it.

Basic Gardening will take you from the basic plant parts, and why they are important all the way to the production of fruit. You will discover the importance of having good soil, and what that means, and how to correct it in your yard. The gardener's best friend is the composter, and the beginning gardener needs to understand just what composting is and why that is such an important skill. Becoming more aware of the ecology of our world and how we can work with it rather than against it is a very important lesson.

You will also learn about plant hardiness and planting zones; about the most important date in a gardener's life: the date of the last spring frost. You will learn about plant propagation, the proper care of seedlings, and how to care for newly transplanted additions to your garden. You will even learn how to repel pests and attract butterflies and hummingbirds to your yard. Basic Gardening is a class to give the novice gardener all the basic information necessary to begin the most popular U.S. hobby to date: gardening.

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Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:

Describe where to start.
Describe the secrets to great soil.
Know garden maintenance.
Know pest and disease control.
Know solutions to difficult gardening.
Describe plant propagation.
Know how to create a flower garden.
Know how to create a vegetable garden.
Know how to create a herb garden, and
Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.

Universal Class, Inc. has been approved as an Accredited Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET). In obtaining this approval, Universal Class, Inc. has demonstrated that it complies with the ANSI/IACET Standard which is widely recognized as the Standard of good practice internationally. As a result of their Accredited Provider status, Universal Class, Inc. is authorized to offer IACET CEUs for its courses that qualify under the ANSI/IACET Standard.

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Course Lessons

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Lesson One. Gardening Basics

To really become a good gardener it is important that you understand the process, from the ground up. By learning about how things grow, starting with a seed in most cases, you can get an idea of gardening. This lesson focuses on the basics. 16 Total Points

Lesson 1 Video
Review Article: Botany Photo of the Day
Review Article: Burpee
Review Article: Perennials Club
Complete Assignment: An Introduction
Complete: Lesson 1 Assignment: Getting Started
Complete Exam: Lesson One: Gardening Basics

Lesson Two. Where to Start

To get started gardening there must first be a planning stage. Decide on the best possible location. Determine the purpose your garden will serve. This lesson looks at garden placement and purpose, and why they are important. 25 Total Points

Lesson 2 Video
Review Article: Tips For Choosing The Perfect Location For Your Garden
Review Article: Zone Finder
Review Article: Interactive Zone Hardiness Map
Complete: Lesson 2 Assignment: Determining Location
Complete Exam: Lesson Two: Where to Start

Lesson Three. Secrets to Great Soil

To really have a great garden you must first understand soil. This is because it is the basis of where the plant will grow. This lesson explains the different types of soil, how to compost, and which type of soil is better for gardening. 26 Total Points

Lesson 3 Video
Review Article: Improving Soil
Review Article: Garden Soil
Review Article: Xeriscaping
Review Article: Oregon State
Review Video: YouTube - composting video
Complete: Lesson 3 Assignment: Composting
Complete Exam: Lesson Three: Secrets to Great Soil

Lesson Four. Garden Maintenance

Water is essential for life, especially when it comes to gardening. In this lesson you will learn the basics of water. It will be beneficial in determining what type of plants to grow and how to water your garden. 31 Total Points

Lesson 4 Video
Review Article: Garden Watering Systems
Review Article: American Horticulture Society
Complete: Lesson 4 Assignment: Seasons Change
Complete Exam: Lesson Four: Garden Maintenance

Lesson Five. Pest Control

Pests go hand in hand with gardening. They are a part of life. Knowing what type of pests may infiltrate your garden will help you rid your garden of them. This lesson looks at typical garden pests and removal methods. 15 Total Points

Lesson 5 Video
Review Article: Organic Gardening
Review Article: Pest Control Humane Traps
Complete: Lesson 5 Assignment: Pest Control Methods
Complete Exam: Lesson Five: Pest and Disease Control

Lesson Six. Solutions to Difficult Gardening

In this lesson you will learn some size constraints that gardeners may run into. They exist whether living in an apartment or a single family home. This lesson will give some solutions to some of the sizing problems that you may encounter. 26 Total Points

Lesson 6 Video
Review Article: Container Gardening
Review Article: Garden Beds
Review Article: Raised Garden Beds
Complete: Lesson 6 Assignment: Limited Space
Complete Exam: Lesson Six: Solutions to Difficult Gardening

Lesson Seven. Plant Propagation

This lesson explains what plan propagation is and what the different classifications involve. You will learn from a local gardening expert, why and how to take cuts, as well as how to start planting seeds. 26 Total Points

Lesson 7 Video
Review Article: Plant Propagation
Review Article: Seed Germination
Complete: Lesson 7 Assignment: Determining Best Route
Complete Exam: Lesson Seven: Plant Propagation

Lesson Eight. Flower Garden

A very popular way to get started in gardening is to grow a flower garden. There are different types of flowers to choose from and this lesson will break them down so that you know which is the best route for you to take. 19 Total Points

Lesson 8 Video
Review Article: Flower Gardening Made Easy
Review Article: Flower Gardening Tips
Review Article: Popular Flowers
Complete: Lesson 8 Assignment: Flower Gardens
Complete Exam: Lesson Eight: Flower Garden

Lesson Nine. Vegetable Garden

What could be better than harvesting your own vegetables and preparing them for the family? In this lesson you will learn some of the basics of vegetable gardening and be on your way to preparing a great salad. 21 Total Points

Lesson 9 Video
Review Article: Planet Natural
Review Article: Vegetable Gardening
Review Article: Garden Layout
Complete: Lesson 9 Assignment: Growing Veggies
Complete Exam: Lesson Nine: Vegetable Garden

Lesson Ten. Herb Garden

Herb gardens are easy to grow and can be a great kitchen resource. This lesson explains herb gardening from what grows easily to the various ways the herbs can be used. 21 Total Points

Lesson 10 Video
Review Article: Herb Society
Review Video: YouTube - Container Herb Gardening
Complete: Lesson 10 Assignment: Easy Herbs
Complete Exam: Lesson Ten: Herb Garden

Lesson Eleven. Specialty Gardens

There are other types of gardens beyond vegetables, flowers, and herbs. In this lesson you will be introduced to some specialty gardens and learn what they consist. 90 Total Points

Lesson 11 Video
Review Article: Attracting Hummingbirds
Review Article: National Gardening Association
Review Article: HGTV
Review Article: American Community Gardening Association
Review Article: Landscape Design Software
Review Video: Butterfly Gardens
Take Poll: Your Opinion Matters: Course Rating
Take Survey: Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course)
Complete: Lesson 11 Assignment: Growing a Garden
Complete: Final Assignment
Complete: Final Exam
Complete Exam: Lesson Eleven: Specialty Gardens

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Total Course Points

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Course Title: Introduction to Gardening

Course Number: 7550054

Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries

Category:

Home > Arts, Crafts & Hobbies > Gardening

Course Type: How To

CEU Value: 1.1 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)

CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).

Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.

Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams

Instructor: Cathleen Chouinard

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Student Testimonials

"As a complete gardening novice, all information presented was helpful. To qualify any of it to be the most helpful, I'd have to say that the info pertaining to veggie gardening was particularly beneficial to me, since veggie gardening was/is my reason for taking the course....The instructor seems very knowledgeable, her resources are great, she is very quick with grading, and with returning results/answers to inquiries." -- Doug T.