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Name: Urban Landscaping Training Program- Kenya
Price: 1200 KES
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Urban Landscaping Training Program- Kenya

Category: Climate Change and Agriculture Training

Overview

The Expedition

The Urban Landscaping Training program equips participants with the practical skills and technical knowledge required to design, develop, and maintain attractive, functional, and environmentally sustainable green spaces in urban environments. The course covers landscape planning, ornamental horticulture, green city concepts, climate-resilient plant selection, and sustainable landscaping practices. Participants also explore modern approaches to city beautification, urban biodiversity enhancement, and the integration of green infrastructure into urban development.
The training is offered online, and participants who successfully complete the course receive a certificate in Urban Landscaping.

Program Objectives

Understand the principles, importance, and components of urban landscaping.
Identify and select appropriate ornamental plants for different urban environments.
Apply sustainable design and maintenance practices in public and private landscapes.
Integrate climate-resilient landscaping techniques to address urban environmental challenges.
Promote green city planning, biodiversity conservation, and community greening initiatives.

Target Audience

Municipal and county landscaping officers
Horticulturists and landscape practitioners
Urban planners, architects, and environmental officers
Real estate developers and property management professionals
NGOs, CBOs, and community greening groups
Students, researchers, and individuals interested in urban beautification

Training Period

Classroom: 5 Days
Online: 7 Days

Training Modules

1: Fundamentals of Urban Landscaping

Concepts and principles of urban landscaping
Importance of green spaces in cities
Urban ecology and environmental considerations
Functions of urban parks, gardens, streetscapes, and open spaces
Urban landscaping policies, standards, and guidelines

2: Ornamental Plants and Horticultural Practices

Categories of ornamental plants: trees, shrubs, flowers, lawns, and groundcovers
Plant selection based on climate, soil, and site conditions
Nursery practices, propagation, and plant handling
Plant care: pruning, watering, fertilization, and pest management
Landscape aesthetics and color/texture combinations

3: Landscape Design and Installation

Principles of landscape design (balance, unity, rhythm, proportion)
Site assessment and landscape planning tools
Garden layouts, pathways, water features, and outdoor structures
Soil preparation, planting techniques, and irrigation systems
Safety considerations in landscape installation

4: Sustainable Urban Landscaping Practices

Climate-resilient landscaping strategies
Integrated water and soil management
Use of native plants and promotion of biodiversity
Urban heat reduction through green infrastructure
Waste recycling: composting, mulching, and organic soil improvement

5: Urban Greening, Management, and Innovation

Community-based greening programs and participatory planning
Maintenance planning for public and private landscapes
Policy frameworks supporting green cities
Smart landscaping tools and digital management systems
Case studies of successful urban landscaping projects globally

Delivery Method

This program is taught through a mix of practical activities, theory, group work and case studies. Training manuals and additional reference materials are provided to the participants.