LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
These were the REQUIREMENTS from before 1982 until
the requirements were
completely rewritten when a new pamphlet was issued in 2002.
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- Describe the work of the following: landscape architect,
landscape contractor, nurseryman, and gardener.
- Make a drawing (1/8 inch equals 1 foot) of your home grounds.
Show all buildings such as the house, garage, and barn. (NOTE:
if this is not possible, make a drawing of a friend's yard.)
- Make a plan for these grounds. Change walks, drives,
walls, fences, and planting as you wish.
- Show flow lines for drainage of surface water.
- On a tracing of the drawing, prepare a planting plan. Have
at least two kinds each of deciduous and evergreen trees and
shrubs.
- Name 10 shrubs, 10 trees, 5 ground covers, 5 perennials,
and 5 annuals good for planting in your town. Describe their
growth habits and soil and climate needs.
- Tell the difference between evergreen and deciduous
plants.
- Describe the difference between broadleaf and coniferous
evergreen plants. Name one of each.
- Tell the difference between perennials and annuals.
- Show how to read topographic maps. Explain the importance
of a good drainage plan.
- Visit a well-landscaped yard, park, or building. Describe
how the landscape architect has helped it.
BSA Advancement ID#: 67
Pamphlet Revision Date: 1969
Requirements last updated prior to 1982
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