Courses
EH 100A: History Of Gardens
CSU Introduces the student to four centuries of formal and classic gardens of Europe and the United States. Through direct visual media, slides and video, the elements of classic garden design are highlighted.
EH 101: Plant Identification And Culture(3) F - CSU, UC
Designed to acquaint the student with woody ornamental plants and selected accent plants used in the Santa Barbara region. Approximately 200 trees, shrubs, vines and various herbaceous ornamentals are presented for identification and close scrutiny.
EH 102: Soils And Plant Nutrients And Plant Installation(3) S - CSU
Defines the properties of soil, nutrients needed by plant materials to thrive, fertilizers, and the interaction of basic soil components as they relate to the total landscape environment. Proper techniques of ornamental plant installation are covered. Biodynamic and sustainable horticulture is emphasized.
EH 103: Irrigation And Garden Waterworks(3) F - CSU
Designated as an introductory format detailing the materials and methods used in the landscape irrigation trade. Emphasis placed on maintenance and repair of irrigation systems. Trouble-shooting and retrofitting are also highlighted. Water conservation, xeriscaping and irrigation management are featured. Simple plan reading and development are reviewed.
EH 104: Landscape Maintenance(3) F - CSU
The most challenging phase of landscape horticulture is the long-term upkeep of an existing garden plan. Every talent, skill, artform and scientific discovery is a useful tool in landscape maintenance. The understanding, use and care of tools, both manual and power, is key to this course. Safety is essential. Trees, shrubs, vines, ground covers, turf, herbaceous perennials, annuals and bedding plants are cared for in numerous ways. Pest and disease control is ongoing, as is weed management. Irrigation systems need constant attention. Landscape soil management, including erosion control, drainage, fertilization, mulching, etc., is necessary. (Students may earn the Green Gardener Certificate with a grade of "B" or better.)
EH 105: Landscape Construction(3) S - CSU
Designed to familiarize students with basic landscape construction work, equipment and materials. Explores plan reading, grading, drainage, concrete, masonry, carpentry, electrical and plumbing, as well as C-27 landscape contractor's license requirements, business practices and legalities of this specialty.
EH 106: Greenhouse/Nursery Operations And Practices, Plant Propagation And Plant Recognition(3) S - CSU
Introduces students to the greenhouse/nursery. Plant recognition is required for indoor plants, turf/groundcovers, bedding plants and herbaceous perennials. Greenhouse management includes maintenance, management and structure development.
EH 110: Introduction To Horticulture(4) - CSU, UC
Introduction to central concepts of environmental horticulture, covering horticultural practices and methods, with focus on long-term sustainability and local ecological issues. Students build foundational knowledge through projects, lectures and discussions in management of a variety of horticultural projects and enterprises.
EH 112: Ecological Restoration I(3)
Examines the principles and techniques of regional habitat restoration. Class work emphasizes the identification, collection, propagation and care of native plants.
EH 113: Ecological Restoration II(3)
Review of the concepts and implementation of habitat restoration. Santa Barbara region habitats studied include chaparral, coastal sage scrub, oak woodland, and riparian Eco-niches. Emphasis on watersheds and riparian restoration. Priciples of ecological recreation and restoration techniques include seed collection, propagation and project evaluation.
EH 126: Landscape Drafting I(3) F, S
Skills Advisories: MATH 1 and eligibility for ENG 103
Principles of drafting and plan reading required for the landscape architecture and ornamental horticulture fields. Work includes investigating styles and designing and drafting plans, elevations and details.
EH 127: Landscape Drafting II(3) F, S - CSU
Prerequisites: EH 126 or DRFT 126
Skills Advisories: MATH 1 and eligibility for ENG 103
Advanced principles of drafting and plan reading required for the landscape architecture and ornamental horticulture fields. Work includes site plans, elevations and details.
EH 200EE: Horticultural RestorationThe concepts and implementation of habitat restoration. Santa Barbara region habitats studied include chaparral, coastal sage scrub, oak woodland, and riparian Eco-niches. Emphasis on watersheds and riparian restoration. Principles of ecological re-creation and restoration techniques include seed collection, propagation and project evaluation.
EH 200GG: Ecological Restoration And Management(3) - CSU
EH 200RR: Woody Plant Care: Trees, Shrubs And Vines
(2) - CSU
Introduces the student to the selection and ongoing care of the three categories of woody plants associated with urban landscapes. Direct visual media, slides, video and online methods used to highlight subject matter.
EH 201: Arboriculture(2)
Introduction to the care of woody plants, including trees, shrubs, vines and palms. Covers function, structure, taxonomy, anatomy and physiology of woody plants; the effects of soil, water and fertilizer, pruning, safety, planting, early care, and diagnostics of pests and disease.
EH 202: Residential Landscape Design(3) - CSU
Foundational course for basic skills in design and implementation of residential landscaping. Theory and practical development of skills and artforms associated with hardscape and softscape elements and plans examined.
EH 203: Pest Management(1)
The Course is designed for professionals or others that need to become familiar with sustainable and Integrated Pest Management (IPM) techniques. It will help students prepare for state certification or licensing and satisfy safety requirements.
EH 204: Edible Landscaping(1)
Course reviews some 300 edible trees, shrubs, vines and herbaceous perennials and includes their care and origins.
EH 205: Ground Covers and Turf(1)
Explores the various turf selections, inclulding sustainable turf substitutes, and groudcover plants adaptable to southern California.
EH 206: Water Efficient Landscapes(1)
Covers the design and implementation of low water use landscapes by reviewing water-efficient plant selection, design and issues of water sustainability in landscapes.
EH 207: Small Scale Food Production(1)
Explores the natural and sustainable techniques and skills used to produce healthy organic produce. Soil development composting, mulching, suitable vegetables, fruit trees and herb cultivation covered.
EH 208: Chumash Landscaping(1) Summer
Covers design, implementation, and sustainable care and maintenance of local native plants of cultural importance to the Chumash people.
EH 209: California's Diverse Plant Life-Island Flora(2)
Overview of California flora, with focus on diverse growing conditions and plant life, including geography, topography and climate and how these factors create diverse flora.
EH 210: Permaculture Design(1) F, S
Skills Advisories: Eligibility for ENG 110, 110H or ENG 110GB.
Course Advisory: ENVS 110 or EH 110.
Application of ecological and environmental priciples to designing human systems that are locally sustainable and require reduce inputs. When taken with ENVS 110 or EH 110, the successful student is certified as a Permaculture Design Trainee and receives a Permaculture Design Certificate recognized worldwide.
EH 211: Spring Native Flora Identification(1) S - CSU
Examination of the identification and cultivation of native California spring plants. For use in landscaping and restoration.
EH 212: Summer Native Flora Identification(1) - CSU
Examination of the identification and cultivation of native California summer plants. For use in landscaping and restoration.
EH 213: History of Gardens(1) S - CSU
Introduces the student to four centuries of formal and classic gardens of Europe and the United States, as well as 200 years of Santa Barbara's horticulture heritage. Through visual media, slides and video and site visits, the elements of classic garden design are highlighted.
EH 290: Work Experience In Environmental Horticulture(2-4) F, S - CSU
Prerequisite: Taken at least one EH prefix class.
In class, the student explores the elements essential to sucess in the fields of horticulture. Work ethic, inluding punctuality, responsibility, cooperation, ambition and quality vs. quantity, are reviewed. Job preparation, including resume preparation, interviewing, job searching and job opportunities discussed. Outside of class, students earn money or get approved volunteer assignments which earn them 2-4 units of credit. Time sheets are done monthly, supervisor evaluation is required, and a three-way semester contract is developed between the student, the student's supervisor and the instructor. Guest speakers discuss subjects relating to the vocation in which the student is apprenticing.
EH 299: Independent Study In Environmental Horticulture(1-4) F, S - CSU
Limitation on Enrollment: Completion of a minimum of 12 units at SBCC, with a 2.5 G.P.A., and a minimum of 6 units, with a 3.0 G.P.A. within the department. For complete information, see "Independent Study" in the Catalog Index.
