Course Description
The Art of Gardening is intended to merge your gardening experience with the knowledge you have acquired throughout this program. To begin the journey into areas of specialist expertise, this course explores the most classic of garden compositions - container plantings. We will then learn about that green backdrop to garden art, the lawn. Lastly, we examine the cultivation of 'food from the heart' - fruits and vegetables. The course will teach you how to successfully implement these options to create the specialized landscape that reflects your interests.
Course Outline
In this course, you will merge your gardening experience with the knowledge you have acquired throughout the program. You will begin your journey into areas of specialist expertise and explore the most classic of garden compositions - container plantings. We will then learn about that green backdrop to garden art, the lawn and examine the cultivation of 'food from the heart' - fruits and vegetables.
Topics include:
- Container Gardening
- Lawn Care
- Fruit Gardens
- Vegetable Gardens
Marking Scheme
| Assignment 1- Designing a Patio Planter | 10 |
| Quiz 1 | 15 |
| Assignment 2- Lawn Care | 10 |
| Quiz 2 | 15 |
| Assignment 3- Fruit Gardens | 10 |
| Quiz 3 | 15 |
| Assignment 4- Vegetable Gardens | 10 |
| Quiz 4 | 15 |
| Total | 100 |
Successful completion of the course requires a passing grade of 60% in each of the four sections. This is a combination of your grades from your tests and assignments. Students are required to complete all tests and assignments within the course.
Notes
Technical Requirements: Internet (High Speed preferred). Reliable computer/laptop device. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word for submitting assignments.
Course Dates: Courses start three times a year, October 1st, November 15th, and February 1st. The registration deadline is one week prior to the start date of each course.
Number of Courses: Students are to take ONE course at a time per intake, unless otherwise approved by Extended Learning.
Refunds: Course refunds are eligible up until the registration deadline. After the registration deadline, there are no course refunds.
Prerequisites
It is recommended that the Master Gardener Program Courses be taken in the following order:
- The Science of Gardening
- Maintaining the Garden
- Plant ID and Use
- The Art of Gardening
Recommended For
Anyone who has a passion or interest in gardening in your backyard or community.
Anyone interested in working towards becoming a Master Gardener within the Master Gardeners of Ontario.
Anyone looking to expand on their gardening knowledge.
Testimonials
"I'd recommend the course. I learned a great deal as I had no experience with growing fruit, and rather limited experience with vegetables"
"Yes, good information for a well rounded course. Lots to read and learn. I enjoyed working on the assignments"
Applies Towards the Following Certificates
- Master Gardener Training Program - Ontario : Master Gardener Ontario