ES 1200 - Sustainable Gardening

An introduction to the structure, growth, and classification of plants in specific applications including the techniques of controlling plant environments and plant growth and emphasis on practical aspects of plant production. Students will learn to grow plants using organic alternatives to synthetic commercial fertilizers, pesticides or fungicides. Soil texture and composition, organisms, and amendments are examined with a focus on the NEC/Henniker Community Garden for raising and harvesting produce and/or on campus landscaping. Extensive work is required in the College Greenhouse and the Henniker campus. Offered upon sufficient demand. Credits: 2