AIM
To develop a broadened knowledge of Azaleas & Rhododendrons, their cultivars and cultivation; and in doing so, provide a foundation upon which you can better pursue your interest in this fascinating group of plants.
Lesson Content
There are eight lessons as outlined below, in this course, each requiring about around 10 or more hours of work. Overall, the course can be completed in around 100 hours.
1. Introduction. Review of the system of plant identification, general characteristics of the group, information contacts (i.e.: nurseries, seed, clubs etc.)
2. Culture. Planting, staking, mulching, watering, pest and disease, feeding, pruning, protection from wind, salt, air etc.
3. Propagation. Methods of propagating this group of plants. Propagation of selected varieties.
4. The most Commonly Grown Varieties.
5. Other important groups.
6. Lesser Grown Varieties.
7. Making the best use of these plants. In containers, in the ground, as indoor plants, growing and showing, growing for profit.
8. Special Assignment. On one selected plant or group.
Duration 100 hours
