Program Overview

Program Overview

The Landscape for Life program is an online sustainable landscaping program presented by CSU Extension in partnership with the United States Botanic Garden. This program is designed for anyone interested in shifting their landscaping practices to work with nature to enhance natural ecosystems and conserve resources. The program is founded on the principles of the Sustainable Sites Initiative (SITES), the nation's first rating system for sustainable landscapes, and is designed for home gardeners and landscape professionals.

Program Details

• The program is 100% online and self-paced, giving learners the flexibility to start anytime and learn on their own timeline.
• Learners who complete a Landscape for Life program bundle may request a Landscape for Life Sustainable Landscape Practitioner Certificate offered by the United States Botanic Garden & Colorado State University Extension.

Program at a Glance

• Delivery: Online
• Tuition:
  • Complete Bundle: $399
  • Foundations Bundle: $285
  • Individual courses: $99
  • Intro Course (AGLL 1001): FREE
• About Open-Entry Courses: Open-entry courses are fully self-led, online courses. Students can access the content on their own time and complete the program at their own pace. There are no refunds for open-entry courses. Learners will have access to the courses for one year.

Program Bundles

• Complete Bundle: Includes six courses (1002, 1003, 1004, 1005, 1006, and 1007). This comprehensive program provides the knowledge and skills needed to create sustainable landscapes.
• Foundations Bundle: Includes four courses (1002, 1003, 1004, 1005). This bundle teaches the basics of harnessing the power of nature to create healthy, beautiful outdoor spaces.

What Sets This Program Apart

This program provides a holistic approach to creating resilient landscapes, considering every part of the system—soil, water, plants, and people. Through engaging, science-based education, learners develop the tools and knowledge necessary to navigate current and future landscaping challenges sustainably.

Testimonial

Dolores Higgins, Master Gardener in El Paso County, states, "Landscape For Life is a worthwhile program and as a Colorado Master Gardener it was the missing piece for me. The certification modules reset my focus on sustainability. It is not just a topic of discussion, but the reason why CSU Extension shares such valuable information with the public. I’m looking forward to making Landscape For Life changes in my personal space and sharing the knowledge with my neighbors."