The 2010 ASHS Annual Conference

The Green Industry is intricately involved in providing a number of solutions to address these environmental concerns. Some examples include: stormwater management using rain gardens, bioswales, vertical gardens, and vegetated roofs; use of recycled products in the landscape including rubber mulch and hardscape products using recycled glass; and composite wood products used in park benches, decking materials, and children’s play equipment. Many of these landscaping practices have seen increased use in recent years. On a broader scale, urban design and planning that incorporates ecological design principles and wildlife habitat creation and restoration are  important aspects of sustainable landscaping.  College-level horticulture and landscaping courses are responding to the need to prepare students for issues and practices in their respective professional areas. In this workshop, speakers will present curricula, class exercises, websites, and course materials they have developed and are using in each of their college-level courses. Faculty will discuss the use of online platforms for course material distribution.