Title: Design container gardens.
Course: Agricultural Education - Preparation (18003-II) > Section: Investigating the Landscaping Industry

Design should include

  - identifying types of container gardens
  - identifying plants suited for container plantings
  - selecting containers suitable for a plant’s requirements
  - selecting growing media/substrate
  - determining light and water requirements of the plants selected
  - identifying principles of design and color composition
  - making the optimal use of available space
  - interpreting a particular design strategy, based on wants and needs
  - sketching the design prior to implementation.

Process/Skill Questions:

  - Why is knowledge of light and its measurements critical to the container plantscaper?
  - What maintenance measures may be necessary for container plants?
  - In what types of situations might a container garden be desirable?
  - What types of materials are typically used to construct containers?