Basic Horticulture (Myrtle Beach, SC), SCNP Certificate Core Class 11.14.26

The SC Native Plant Studies Certificate Program is offered by the SCBG in partnership with the South Carolina Native Plant Society. Discover how and why native plants can transform traditional horticultural practices. This course explores what it means for a plant to be native, the importance of healthy soil, the fundamentals of plant health, and effective methods for planting and maintaining native species. You’ll also learn eco-friendly horticultural practices and how to create beautiful, balanced landscapes that attract and support beneficial wildlife, including birds, bees, and butterflies. Your instructor is Brad Fowler, Commercial Horticulture Extension Agent, Georgetown/Horry/Marion/Williamsburg/Dillon, Clemson Extension Location: Activity Center Classroom Myrtle Beach State Park 4401 South Kings Highway Myrtle Beach, SC 29575 Please Note: All classes are open to the public. If you would like to pursue the South Carolina Native Plant Certificate Program, all core classes plus 4 electives are required for completion. Some classes in the certificate program include fieldwork and can be physically demanding We may use hiking trails with moderate difficulty. Participants must be in good physical condition and able to hike 1-2 miles without difficulty or assistance over terrain with steep sections, where footing will be uneven, with frequent tree roots, rocks, muddy areas and fallen tree trunks to climb or step over. Sturdy walking shoes or hiking boots are required. Please remember to enter your FRIENDS discount code at the time of checkout, as there is no way to apply it retroactively. Contact Sue Watts with any questions about the program and the code for the 10% discount which applies to Garden Friends and SCNPS members. Sue Watts: [email protected] Cancellation Policy: Cancellations made at least 7 days prior to the class will be subject to a 20% processing fee. Cancellations made less than 7 days before the class will be refunded subject to the discretion of the SCBG (less a 20% processing fee). Class registration cannot be transferred to other classes. Please do NOT submit refund request through Eventbrite. Email the SCBG class organizer directly to request a refund. Civil Rights & Accommodations