Common Planner
K–12 Standards

Landscape Design

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Investigate the importance of plant identification in choosing and using landscape plants. AFNR.HS.21.1 

  • a

    Identify the importance of scientific nomenclature when identifying and selecting landscape plants, using cultivars or varieties in a scientific name and the corresponding common name.  AFNR.HS.21.1.a 

  • b

    Identify plants by their purpose (e.g., floral plants, landscape plants, house plants). AFNR.HS.21.1.b 

  • c

    Distinguish between various types of turf grasses and compare how they are used in different landscape situations. AFNR.HS.21.1.c. 

  • d

    Develop knowledge of landscape characteristics and environmental requirements for landscape plants. AFNR.HS.21.1.d 

  • e

    Describe the differences between annual, perennial, woody and herbaceous plants and how they are used in landscape design.AFNR.HS.21.1.e 

Summarize methods of propagation and production for landscape needs. AFNR.HS.21.2 

  • a

    Explain the methods of asexual propagation and their importance in producing landscape plants.  AFNR.HS.21.2.a

  • b

    Identify which species and of landscape plant varieties are best propagated asexually.AFNR.HS.21.2.b. 

  • c

    Describe methods of producing turf grass, including seed, asexual propagation, plugs, and sod. AFNR.HS.21.2.c 

  • d

    Develop a schedule for propagation and production to meet seasonal landscape needs. AFNR.HS.21.2.d 

  • e

    Describe how plants that do not meet ANSI Standards for Nursery Stock influence immediate and long-term landscape management processes. AFNR.HS.21.2.e 

Implement a landscape management plan that addresses the influence of environmental factors, nutrients, and soil on plant growth. AFNR.HS.21.3 I

  • a

    Summarize the environmental factors involved in managing landscapes including soils, water, pests and human actions. AFNR.HS.21.3.a 

  • b

    Explain the techniques of soil sampling and relate this process to testing the soil and interpreting the results to recommend fertilizer applications and pH treatment. AFNR.HS.21.3.b

  • c

    Develop a water management plan for a landscape that includes turf grass, woody, and herbaceous plants.  AFNR.HS.21.3.c 

  • d

    Analyze the deficiency symptoms of the major plant nutrients and investigate the economic impacts of those deficiencies. AFNR.HS.21.3.d

Develop a landscape plan to include hardscapes and plants. AFNR.HS.21.4 

  • a

    Assess client needs to communicate effectively with clients throughout the design process. AFNR.HS.21.4.a 

  • b

    Differentiate between design styles by interpreting the use of design principles (e.g., order, unity and rhythm) in a landscape plan. AFNR.HS.21.4.b

  • c

    Evaluate the use of design elements (e.g., scale, proportion, balance) in a landscape plan. AFNR.HS.21.4.c 

  • d

    Analyze environmental conditions and human factors that will influence design decisions.AFNR.HS.21.4.d  

  • e

     Determine if an irrigation system is needed and choose the appropriate type and components for optimal coverage.AFNR.HS.21.4.e

  • f

    Demonstrate how various plant types (e.g., conifers, deciduous shrubs) are combined as part of the landscape system for function, management, and aesthetics.  AFNR.HS.21.4.f  

  • g

    Determine plant materials and hardscape elements appropriate for the site and client, applying principles of sustainability.AFNR.HS.21.4.g

Describe the seasonal differences for managing a landscape for a year. AFNR.HS.21.5 

  • a

    Describe, in the correct order, the steps utilized in Integrated Pest Management (IPM). AFNR.HS.21.5.a 

  • b

    Identify common plant pests (insects and diseases).  AFNR.HS.21.5.b 

  • c

    Describe the damage inflicted to the plants. AFNR.HS.21.5.c 

  • d

    Explain the types of pest control methods and classification of herbicides and discuss the appropriate uses and safety measures for each type. AFNR.HS.21.5.d 

  • e

    Compare situations where different soil amendments, fertilizers, and pesticides are used to determine best management practices (BMP). AFNR.HS.21.4.e

  • f

    Analyze how an irrigation plan provides optimal coverage for all plant types, including turf grass. AFNR.HS.21.4.f 

  • g

    Interpret the reasons, methods, and timing for pruning woody and herbaceous plants for optimal plant growth in landscapes.AFNR.HS.21.4.g 

Recommend materials and methods appropriate for landscape needs. AFNR.HS.21.6

  • a

    Demonstrate knowledge of drawing tools and/or software to calculate area and volume with necessary conversions to figure accurate quantities of materials. AFNR.HS.21.6.a 

  • b

    Use common calculations to compare prices for landscape plants and hardscape materials and their installation to recommend the most cost-effective approach. AFNR.HS.21.6.b

  • c

    Investigate equipment types and availability to recommend the appropriate equipment for installation and management.  AFNR.HS.21.6.c

  • d

    Describe the process needed to construct and manage a landscape and create a cost analysis for the project.AFNR.HS.21.6.d

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12, and Grade 9
Where can I read the official document?
Nebraska Department of Education AFNR Standards 23-24

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