Analyse the main morphological features of ornamental plant species found in Greece (evergreen and deciduous trees and shrubs, annuals, biennials and perennials, geophytes, climbers, hydrophytes and Mediterranean native plants). Reference is made to the origin, growth zone, shape, distinctive ornamental features, growth conditions, environmental and cultivation requirements of the plants. The potential to use and integrate plants within landscape design is emphasised. Practicals include demonstration of plant species in the botanical garden and the campus of the Agricultural University of Athens.

Dr. Konstantinos Bertsouklis is an Assistant Professor at the Laboratory of Floriculture and Landscape […]