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2026-2027 Graduate Catalog 
    
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2026-2027 Graduate Catalog
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HORT 504 - Therapeutic Gardens and Gardening

Credits 2

This course explores the principles, practices and benefits of therapeutic gardens and gardening as tools for promoting physical, emotional and psychological well-being. Students will explore the design elements that make outdoor spaces therapeutic. Through lectures, hands-on activities, case studies and design projects students will learn how to create and use gardens and gardening to support diverse populations with varying needs, skills and experiences.

Note
1 hour lecture and 2 hours activities per week.

Repeat for Credit
N

Requisites
Recommended prerequisite: Junior standing or above

Typically Offered
Fall


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