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Short Courses in Horticulture

Herbaceous Landscape Plants

(Olds College)

This course is a study of common plants in prairie landscapes including herbaceous perennials, biennials, and annual flowers.

You will also learn about:

  • classification,
  • identification,
  • landscape characteristics,
  • adaptations,
  • cultural requirements,
  • value and use

Required Textbooks:

  1. Bedding Plant Favorites, Lois Hole ISBN 1-55105-039-0
    Approximate cost: $19.95 + GST;
  2. Perennial Gardening Guide, John M. Valleau 4th edition. ISBN 9699483-2-2
    Approximate cost: $17.95 + GST

Call 1-800-661-6537 (Ext. 8321 or 4609) to order text books.

Offered in Terms 1, 2 and 3.

Registration Information

Tuition: $465 (+ GST)

To register for this Prairie Horticulture Certificate course call:

  • 1-800-661-6537 (Ext. 4677 or Ext. 7956) or
  • (403) 556-4677 or
  • (403) 556-7956

or print the Registration form and fax to (403) 556-4705.