Certificate of Merit in Landscape Design

The Certificate of Merit in Landscape Design is intended for individuals who are interested in gaining the knowledge and drawing skills to design the landscape of their own property with expertise. Previous knowledge of plant material is strongly recommended and is required for some courses. Landscape design courses are available to all continuing education students, both those in pursuit of the certificate and those who are not.

Curriculum
The student must satisfactorily complete the following core courses, receiving a minimum of 70% in each course. Core course grades will be based on assignments, class projects, and participation. Elective courses will be graded on a pass/non-pass basis. Small class size ensures low student-teacher ratios. Please register early.

Core Courses
To earn the certificate, complete the following core courses:

• People, Plants, and Landscape Design
• Sketching with a Design Perspective
• Landscape Design I
• Landscape Design II
• Planting Design
• Elements of Design Garden Tour
• Sustainable Landscaping and Design Theory
• Three (3) certificate of merit plant identification courses (prerequisite for planting design)

Electives
A minimum of eight (8) elective credits are required for the certificate. A selection of elective courses will be offered every year, but the offerings are subject to change from year to year.

In 2010, choose from:
• Scentscape Your Garden - 3 credits
• The How’s and Why’s of Rain Gardening - 3 credits
• Designing an Edible Landscape - 3 credits

Courses:


Designing an Edible Landscape

SOLD OUT

DATE: Wednesdays, July 7 – 21, 3 sessions; 7:00 to 9:00 pm
FEE: $90 Garden pass member / $100 non-member
WHERE: Acer Room

Landscape Design Elective

with Nancy Bell

This three session course helps students explore the many different options for incorporating edible plants into the landscape. Students will learn soil needs, light conditions, and planting times to optimize the success of the design. We will look at raised beds, container planting, kitchen gardens, as well as using edibles in traditional ornamental beds. You will be able to reference Longwood’s Idea Garden, whenever you want, as one design model. As a final project, students will design a bed, taking into consideration plant needs as well combining plants for form and texture to produce an appealing garden.

Landscape Design II

DATE: Wednesdays September 8 – November 10, 10 sessions; 6:00 to 8:00 pm
FEE: $203 Garden pass member / $225 non-member
WHERE: Betula Room

Landscape Design Core Course

with Allan Summers

This course builds on what is learned in Landscape Design I by encouraging students to create more design plans to solidify concepts presented in the first course. It also delves deeper into design creativity, detailed garden features, and more advanced graphics. Students will conceptualize gardens using a variety of elevation techniques and develop a deeper understanding of design theory while becoming increasingly comfortable with drawing and presentation skills.

Landscape Design I is a prerequisite for this course.

Elements of Design Garden Tour – Style & Material Focus

DATE: Friday, September 24; 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
FEE: $130 Garden pass member / $145 non-member
WHERE: Meet Visitor Center Parking Lot

Landscape Design Core Course

with Jeff Jabco

Students will visit a variety of unique gardens, both public and private, and will study the theory and structural design of the gardens. The focus will be on design philosophy and the designer’s individual style, as well as material selection and use of special features; such as, water, lighting, and structures. Attention will also be given to determining the designer’s philosophy and individual style, as well as material selection and utilization of special garden features. Students wishing to receive credit for their Landscape Design Certificate must complete and submit a worksheet or other assignment for a grade.

Lunch included

Landscape Design I

SOLD OUT

DATE: Fridays, October 1 – November 12, 7 sessions; 1:00 to 4:00 pm
FEE: $203 Garden pass member / $225 non-member
WHERE: Acer Room

Landscape Design Core Course

with Jules Bruck

In this hands-on course, students develop a familiarity with the design process by designing a landscape from start to finish. Starting with the basics and learning how to use design tools such as a scale, triangle, and t-square, students will master drawing and drafting by accurately measuring a garden space, translating measurements to scale, and drafting a base plan.

Participants gain the knowledge to develop a concept plan, converse professionally with other designers, and examine landscapes with an educated eye.

A materials list will be sent with the confirmation letter.

Sustainable Landscape and Design Theory

SOLD OUT

DATE: Thursdays, October 7 –  November 4, 5 sessions; 3:00 to 5:00 pm
FEE: $108 Garden pass member / $120 non-member
WHERE: Acer Room

Landscape Design Core Course

with Susan Barton

This course will introduce the contemporary theory of sustainable landscape design, in which the goal is to conserve local biodiversity. Students will learn alternative landscaping methods to alleviate environmental pressures caused by invasive species, storm water runoff, and habitat destruction.

Participants will study the landscape to recognize potential problems and identify solutions that will reduce the environmental impact and conserve biodiversity.

A materials list will be sent with the confirmation letter.

Certificate of Merit Recognition

The accomplishment and satisfaction of completing the courses necessary for the awarding of the Certificates of Merit in Ornamental Plants, Ornamental Horticulture, Floral Design, or Landscape Design will be celebrated yearly.

We will host the graduates at a celebration on Friday, August 27, 2010. Eligible candidates will receive detailed information and an invitation in advance. To check on your eligibility for certificate completion, call 610-388-5454.