Water landscapes.

Watering could include

• selecting PPE required for the task (required)
• identifying the water needs of landscape plants
• using recommended irrigation rates
• identifying the symptoms of excessive watering and water stress in plants
• demonstrating the use of surface irrigation methods, such as hand-watering, portable sprinklers, and soaker hoses
• setting and operating automatic irrigation devices
• winterizing automatic irrigation systems
• repairing damaged irrigation heads and pipes
• designing an automatic watering system for a containerized garden
• collecting, measuring, and recording the quantity of water from rain and overhead irrigation.

Process/Skill Questions:

• What are the advantages of various irrigation methods?
• How does water quality affect plant health?
• Why should one record the quantity of water from rainfall and overhead irrigation?
• What are the signs of moisture stress?
• What effect does water stress have on plant health?
• How does correct planting affect water efficiency in a landscape?
• What are techniques to encourage healthy root growth and development?