This course offers a broad overview of the many plant materials, plant industry professionals, and planting techniques that are required to design, install, and maintain successful and future viable landscapes. The student will learn a plant palette appropriate to a wide variety of design styles and ecological relationships. Emphasis is placed on North Texas native plants, ecology, and future viable planting practices. Field trips will cover a cross-section of the landscapes in the Dallas/Fort Worth area from urban projects to nature centers. Green Industry professionals will share their expertise both in class and on field trips. Local field trips are required and students will need a good digital camera. Comfortable shoes and a hat should be brought to every class and field trip.