Select plants for the landscape.

Selection should include

• explaining how landscape plants are categorized
• listing plants suited for the following purposes, such as
  • espalier
  • foundation plantings
  • groundcover
  • hedges
  • ornamental trees
  • screens
  • shade
  • specimens
  • topiary
• identifying qualities to consider in selecting trees for the landscape
• describing how best to use flowers in the landscape.

Process/Skill Questions:

• How are plants categorized and classified?
• What are the types of plants used in landscapes?
• What are the differences between a variety and a cultivar?
• What are the steps for selecting plants for a design?