Plant Health Care

Healthy gardens begin with healthy plants and understanding how to care for them ecologically is essential to long-term success. This course provides you with a deep knowledge of the various pathogenic fungi, bacteria, viruses, and insects that affect native plants, along with the environmental conditions that lead to stress, infection, or decline. Through lecture, demonstration, and field observation, you’ll develop the diagnostic skills needed to recognize both beneficial organisms and harmful organisms early and respond effectively to your unique habitat. 🥬Learn to apply the Disease Triangle as a framework for diagnosing and managing plant disease, explore the major groups of plant pathogens, and examine how diseases spread across gardens and landscapes. Emphasis is placed on eco-friendly practices, including soil health, site conditions, and horticultural sanitation, that reduce disease pressure without relying on chemicals. 🥬Explore Integrated Pest Management (IPM) as a holistic… View Source