Program Overview

Program Overview

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Course Details

HORT 325 - Native Plants in the Landscape

This course evaluates the diversity of native annuals, perennials, ornamental grasses, and woody plants suitable for use in landscapes in North America. Selection and maintenance characteristics will be discussed. The plants covered in this course tend to be less well known but are available in the industry. Students will learn landscape design principles, the process of planting design, and the preparation of planting plans.

Learning Objectives

• Students in this course will evaluate the diversity of native annuals, perennials, ornamental grasses, and woody plants suitable for use in landscapes in North America.
• Students will learn to build a portfolio of ideal native plants to use in landscapes.
• Students will gain knowledge in environmental site analysis, landscape design, and planting plans.

Textbooks and Materials

Please check the CSU Bookstore for textbook information. Textbook listings are available about 3 weeks prior to the start of the term.

Instructors

Jennifer Bousselot

Jennifer Bousselot, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor of Horticulture in the Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture at Colorado State University. Her research focuses on green roof plant-pollinator interactions, green roof system stormwater capture, rooftop agriculture, and the integration of solar panels on green roofs.

Deryn Davidson

Deryn Davidson is the Sustainable Landscape State Specialist for Colorado State University (CSU) Extension. She develops and delivers educational programs and provides expert consultation to public and private sectors on creating sustainable, resilient landscapes.

Kelly Curl

Kelly Curl is an Associate Professor of Landscape Architecture in the Department of Horticulture and Landscape at Colorado State University. Her creative scholarship explores the intersection between human intervention and the environment.

Section 801 (Online)

• Date: May 19 - Aug 10, 2025 (12 wks.)
• Time: Asynchronous
• Drop and withdrawal deadlines:
  • 100% tuition and fees refunded: June 1, 2025
  • 50% tuition refunded with 'W' grade: July 1, 2025
  • No tuition refunded and 'W' grade: July 23, 2025
• Instructors: Deryn Davidson, Kelly Curl, Jennifer Bousselot
• Tuition: $1,428

Additional Information

The course section is reserved for online students only. A parallel course section may be available for campus students in RAMweb. If a student is currently registered or waitlisted for an existing main campus section of the course, they must first drop the main campus course section before requesting to register for the CSU Online course section.