Title: (Optional) Plant trees and shrubs.
Course: Agricultural Education - Development (18003-I) > Section: Investigating the Landscaping Industry

Planting should include

- using required PPE
- selecting and preparing the site for planting
- determining the necessary tools, equipment, and supplies required for the job
- determining the practices necessary to implement a viable landscape design
- interpreting and adhering to a landscape design plan.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are the tools, equipment, and supplies needed for landscape installation?
- What is the importance of a landscape design plan when installing plant material?
- What are the benefits of mulching trees and shrubs?
- What are some local resources for equipment and supplies?
- What is an invasive plant?
- What plants are considered invasive to Virginia?
- What are proper mulching techniques?

Teacher Resource: Virginia Department of Forestry