Sustainable Landscape Design
Become a leader in sustainable landscape design with our comprehensive course on eco-friendly practices. Learn water conservation strategies, native plant selection, biodiversity enhancement, and how to create beautiful landscapes that support environmental health and resilience.
Course Highlights:
- 45+ hours of specialized content
- Sustainable design certification
- Water management techniques
- Native plant database access
- Green infrastructure planning
About This Course
As environmental concerns become increasingly critical, sustainable landscape design skills are more valuable than ever. This course equips you with the knowledge and techniques to create landscapes that are not only beautiful but also environmentally responsible and ecologically beneficial.
You'll explore cutting-edge approaches to water conservation, including xeriscaping, rainwater harvesting, and smart irrigation systems. Learn how to select native and adapted plants that thrive with minimal resources while supporting local wildlife and pollinators. Discover techniques for improving soil health, reducing chemical inputs, and creating landscapes that sequester carbon and mitigate climate impacts.
This program also covers green infrastructure concepts such as rain gardens, bioswales, and permeable paving. You'll understand how to integrate sustainable practices into any design style while maintaining aesthetic appeal and meeting client expectations. Graduates of this course are prepared to lead the landscape industry toward a more sustainable future.
Course Curriculum
- Module 1: Principles of Sustainable Design
- Module 2: Water Conservation Strategies
- Module 3: Native and Adapted Plants
- Module 4: Soil Health and Management
- Module 5: Biodiversity and Wildlife Habitat
- Module 6: Green Infrastructure Systems
- Module 7: Sustainable Materials Selection
- Module 8: Climate-Adaptive Design
- Module 9: Organic Maintenance Practices
- Module 10: Carbon Sequestration
- Module 11: Sustainable Project Case Studies
- Module 12: Certification Project
Your Instructor
Dr. Elena Rodriguez, PhD, SITES AP
Dr. Rodriguez is a leading expert in sustainable landscape design with 18 years of experience in ecological design and restoration. She holds a PhD in Environmental Science and is a SITES Accredited Professional. Elena has designed award-winning sustainable landscapes across three continents and regularly speaks at international conferences on climate-adaptive design. Her research on native plant communities has been published in leading scientific journals.