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Landscape Architecture: A Unit Study
Landscape architecture is as important as any other engineering degree. In many areas xeroscaping is an up and coming field … especially in desert and drought-condition areas. Landscaping, for both beauty and usefulness, has been around for centuries. Take a look at this interesting career field.
1. Describe the work of the following: landscape architect, landscape contractor, nurseryman, and gardener.
2. Make a drawing (1/8 inch equals 1 foot) of your home grounds. Show all buildings such as the house, garage, and barn. (NOTE: If this is not possible, make a drawing of a friend's yard.)
a. Make a plan for these grounds. Change walks, drives, walls, fences, and planting as you wish.
b. Show flow lines for drainage of surface water.
3. On a tracing of the drawing, prepare a planting plan. Have at least two kinds each of deciduous and evergreen trees and shrubs.
4. Name 10 shrubs, 10 trees, 5 ground covers, 5 perennials, and 5 annuals good for planting in your town. Describe their growth habits and soil and climate needs.
a. Tell the difference between evergreen and deciduous plants.
b. Describe the difference between broadleaf and coniferous evergreen plants. Name one of each.
c. Tell the difference between perennials and annuals.
5. Show how to read topographic maps. Explain the importance of a good drainage plan.
6. Visit a well-landscaped yard, park, or building. Describe how the landscape architect has helped it.
7. Design the “perfect” home lawn/garden for your area. Include your reasons why your design suits your area best. Name the plants and trees that you would use and why.
8. Go to a local nursery to discover the most commonly used plants and trees used in the landscaping industry in your area. If possible, find out why those particular plants and trees are used.
9. What are the laws regarding construction in your area? Are there laws that specifically require a certain amount of drainage and/or greenspace be included for each square foot of new building?
10. See what kind of degree and/or experience is required to be a licensed landscape architect. What local and/or national colleges offer this degree? What kind of classes are your required to take?
11. What can be the expected salary range of a landscape architect?
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