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K–12 Standards

Nursery/Landscaping: Grades 10, 11, 12

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Introduction to Nursery and Landscaping Industry

  • 1.1

    Define terminology

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of terms with definitions1.1.1

  • 1.2

    Identify the economic scope of the nursery/landscaping industry in the United States

    1. 1.

      Search the Internet for current data on the economic scope of the nursery/landscaping industry and prepare a report1.2.1

  • 1.3

    Discuss careers available in the nursery and landscaping industry

    1. 1.

      Research a career in the nursery and landscaping industry to determine educational requirements, working conditions and salary1.3.1

  • 1.4

    Discuss the purpose of landscaping

    1. 1.

      Evaluate landscapes in the area1.4.1

  • 1.5

    Explain the basic principles of xeriscaping

    1. 1.

      Identify materials used in the xeriscaping process1.5.1

  • 1.6

    List the FFA opportunities available to students interested in nursery and landscape management

    1. 1.

      Participate in FFA activities related to nursery/landscaping1.6.1

Safety in Nursery/Landscape

  • 2.1

    Define terminology

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of terms with definitions2.1.1

  • 2.2

    Discuss the meaning and importance of safety and safe work in nursery/landscaping

    1. 1.

      Relate examples of safety hazards in nursery/landscaping, including equipment used in crop production and the inputs applied to plants such as pesticides and fertilizers2.2.1

    2. 2.

      Name examples of accidents that have occurred locally in nursery/landscaping2.2.2

  • 2.3

    Identify hazards in nursery/landscaping

    1. 1.

      Survey hazardous situations in local nursery/landscaping facilities; prescribe the appropriate safety measures to be taken and propose ways of eliminating/reducing the risk of these hazards2.3.1

    2. 2.

      Develop a list of practices to reduce risk when working with plants2.3.2

  • 2.4

    Describe the importance of personal safety in nursery/landscaping

    1. 1.

      Identify and properly use appropriate PPE in nursery/landscaping2.4.1

    2. 2.

      Calculate the cost of PPE for an individual involved in nursery/landscaping2.4.2

    3. 3.

      Work together with others to promote safety in nursery/landscaping2.4.3

    4. 4.

      Take a test on nursery/landscaping safety before beginning work with plants2.4.4

Landscape Process

  • 3.1

    Define terminology

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of terms with definitions3.1.1

  • 3.2

    List features by which a site can be evaluated

    1. 1.

      Complete a site analysis3.2.1

  • 3.3

    Describe the content and use of a family (client) inventory survey

    1. 1.

      Use a family (client) inventory survey in preparing a landscape design3.3.1

  • 3.4

    Identify indoor and outdoor use areas

    1. 1.

      Apply knowledge of the indoor areas to a landscape design3.4.1

    2. 2.

      Organize the landscape design by use areas (public area, service area, outdoor living area)3.4.2

Landscape Design

  • 4.1

    Define terminology

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of terms with definitions4.1.1

  • 4.2

    Perform measurements and duplicate angles

    1. 1.

      Read an architect's scale and an engineer's scale4.2.1

    2. 2.

      Use a scale in preparing a landscape design4.2.2

  • 4.3

    Identify the drafting tools of the landscape designer (drawing board, T-square, drawing paper, trash paper, drafting tape, drawing pencils, erasure shield, triangles, architect's scale, engineer's scale, circle template, French curves, lettering instrument)

    1. 1.

      Draw a landscape design using traditional tools4.3.1

  • 4.4

    Distinguish between the plan, elevation, and perspective views of landscape proposals

    1. 1.

      Use plan, elevation, and perspective views to illustrate a landscape design4.4.1

  • 4.5

    Describe the basic principles that lead to good design (balance, focalization of interest, proportion, rhythm, simplicity, unity)

    1. 1.

      Apply principles of design to a landscape plan4.5.1

  • 4.6

    Identify elements of design; line, form, texture, color

    1. 1.

      Classify landscape plants based on their line, form, texture, and color4.6.1

Plant Selection

  • 5.1

    Define terminology

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of terms with definitions5.1.1

  • 5.2

    Explain plant nomenclature

    1. 1.

      Use Latin and common names for landscape plants5.2.1

  • 5.3

    Describe the factors relevant to proper plant selection; function, environmental, messiness, ornamental characteristics, pest resistance, safety, soil

    1. 1.

      Select plants for the landscape based on function, environmental, messiness, ornamental characteristics, pest resistance, safety, soil5.3.1

  • 5.4

    Explain the seasonal changes in a landscape

    1. 1.

      Select seasonal plants for a landscape5.4.1

  • 5.5

    Describe the uses and limitations of flowers in a landscape design

    1. 1.

      Design a flower border5.5.1

  • 5.6

    Discuss the factors used in the comparison of different turfgrasses

    1. 1.

      Select turfgrass best suited for a landscape use5.6.1

Landscape Contracting

  • 6.1

    Define terminology

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of terms with definitions6.1.1

  • 6.2

    Determine calculations needed for landscape take-offs

    1. 1.

      Calculate landscape take-offs6.2.1

  • 6.3

    Describe estimates and bids associated with landscape projects

    1. 1.

      Create an estimate for a landscape project6.3.1

    2. 2.

      Develop a bid for a landscape project6.3.2

Landscape Installation

  • 7.1

    Define terminology

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of terms with definitions7.1.1

  • 7.2

    Identify tools used in the installation of landscape plants

    1. 1.

      Use the appropriate tools for different landscape jobs7.2.1

  • 7.3

    Describe accepted methods of lawn installation/renovation

    1. 1.

      Prepare a site for installation7.3.1

    2. 2.

      Sod a site7.3.2

    3. 3.

      Sprig a site7.3.3

    4. 4.

      Seed a site7.3.4

  • 7.4

    Demonstrate proper plant installation methods

    1. 1.

      Install trees and shrubs7.4.1

    2. 2.

      Install ground covers and flowers7.4.2

  • 7.5

    Distinguish between sprinkler and trickle irrigation

    1. 1.

      Design an irrigation system7.5.1

    2. 2.

      Set up an irrigation system7.5.2

Landscape Maintenance

  • 8.1

    Define terminology

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of terms with definitions8.1.1

  • 8.2

    Discuss the importance of proper maintenance of landscape

    1. 1.

      Participate in a class discussion on the importance of landscape maintenance8.2.1

  • 8.3

    Describe the types of pruning

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate proper pruning techniques8.3.1

  • 8.4

    Compare the methods of weed control in the landscape

    1. 1.

      Remove weeds from a landscape8.4.1

    2. 2.

      Install a weed cloth8.4.2

  • 8.5

    Identify tools used in landscape maintenance

    1. 1.

      Use the appropriate tools for different landscape maintenance jobs8.5.1

  • 8.6

    Discuss the maintenance of landscape tools

    1. 1.

      Perform basic maintenance on tools8.6.1

    2. 2.

      Sharpen blades8.6.2

    3. 3.

      Maintain tools8.6.3

  • 8.7

    Discuss the proper techniques needed to water, fertilize, edge, and mulch

    1. 1.

      Maintain landscape plants through proper watering, fertilizing, edging, and mowing practices8.7.1

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
When were these standards adopted?
2007
Where can I read the official document?
Nursery/Landscaping

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