Acacias

Course Code	VHT114
Fee Code	S2
Number of Assignments	8
Duration (approx)	100 hours

Course Content

There are eight lessons, as outlined below:‑

1. Introduction

Review of the system of plant identification, information sources, etc.

2. Physiology of Acacias

3. Culture

Planting, staking, mulching, watering, feeding, pruning, etc

4. Propagation

Methods of propagating Acacias.

Propagation of selected varieties.

5. Acacias in the Garden.

6. Other Uses for Acacias.

7. Pest & Diseases

8. Special Project

Aims

To describe the way in which Acacias are classified.
To determine how to find reliable resource information that relates to Acacias
To describe the physiology of Acacias
To determine cultural requirements that are common to Acacias
To determine propagation methods that are commonly applicable to Acacias.
To describe a variety of commercial uses for Acacias.
To describe a range of other practical uses for Acacias.
To identify and recommend treatment for a variety of health problems occurring with Acacias.
To develop an in depth understanding of one aspect of Acacia Growing.

Learn about the identification and botany, and culture (planting, watering, feeding, propagation)
of the wattles. Around 50 species are studied in detail. You also learn about the commercial uses of Acacias as building materials, food plants, for tanning, craft, etc.

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