Friday, December 9, 2011

Study Guide for Final

Plants & the Landscape

· Elevation effects on Vegetation

· Latitude

· Soil Affects on Vegetation

· Exposure & Slope Aspect

· Proximity to Large Bodies of Water

· Naturalized Plants (weeds)


Understanding How Plants Deal With Drought

· Drought Avoidance

· Drought Resistance

· Proper Irrigation Techniques

· Water efficient Landscaping

· Plant Selection


Climate of the desert areas of Southern California

· The Mojave Desert

· Climate Zones


Landscape Plants

· Trees

· Shrubs

Annuals

· Perennials

· Cacti & Succulents


Vegetables

· Edible Plants
· Cool Season Edibles
· Warm Season Edibles
· Heirloom vs. Hybrid Plants


Pruning


Fertilizing


Pest Control



Soil Management







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