Professional Practice
Foundational Ecological Principles (Session 1) Ecology-based Landscape Practice Virtual Intensive Course
Date: 7/8/2025 - 7/8/2025
Description:
Instructor: Larry Weaner, FAPLD
Our opening presentation will examine the species traits, vegetative patterns, and ecological processes found in spontaneous plant communities. The patterns and processes explored will include disturbance, succession, competition, and relative ecological stability. This session will serve as the theoretical basis for the practical design, planting, and management procedures detailed in all subsequent sessions.
Learning Outcomes:
1) Examine the ecological patterns of native plant communities.
2) Understand the ecological processes that are relevant to landscape development and enhancement including but not limited to disturbance, succession, competition, and plant proliferation strategies.
3) Gain a theoretical basis for ecology-based practical design, planting, and management procedures.