Plants at Home: Uplift Your Spirit & Your Space

Course Overview

Christopher Griffin's Plants at Home: Uplift Your Spirit & Your Space course provides an opportunity to discover the positive power of plants, no green thumb required. Participants will learn how to assess their home and habits to find the perfect plant for them, create a welcoming environment for plants new and old, learn to interpret what their plant’s leaves, roots, and soil are telling them, and turn plant care into self care to release stress and self-judgement. Through hands-on lessons, occasional dance parties, and personal stories, Christopher will share tips and tricks for plant parents on a budget. This class is open to everyone, and participants can follow along with the plants they have at home or use Christopher’s steps to find a plant that fits their habits, budget, and space.

[Applications]
Those who have taken this course can apply the knowledge they have gained by assessing their home and habits to find the perfect plant for them, creating a welcoming environment for plants new and old, learning to interpret what their plant’s leaves, roots, and soil are telling them, and turning plant care into self care to release stress and self-judgement. Additionally, they can use the tips and tricks they have learned to navigate the ups and downs of plant care with confidence.

[Career Paths]
Three career paths recommended to learners of this course are Plant Nursery Manager, Plant Care Specialist, and Plant Retailer.

1. Plant Nursery Manager: Plant Nursery Managers are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of a plant nursery. They are responsible for managing staff, ordering supplies, and ensuring that plants are properly cared for. They must also be knowledgeable about the different types of plants and their care requirements. Plant Nursery Managers must also be able to identify and diagnose plant diseases and pests. The demand for Plant Nursery Managers is expected to grow as more people become interested in gardening and plant care.

2. Plant Care Specialist: Plant Care Specialists are responsible for providing advice and guidance to customers on the proper care of their plants. They must be knowledgeable about the different types of plants and their care requirements. Plant Care Specialists must also be able to identify and diagnose plant diseases and pests. Plant Care Specialists must also be able to provide advice on how to best care for plants in different environments. The demand for Plant Care Specialists is expected to grow as more people become interested in gardening and plant care.

3. Plant Retailer: Plant Retailers are responsible for selling plants to customers. They must be knowledgeable about the different types of plants and their care requirements. Plant Retailers must also be able to identify and diagnose plant diseases and pests. Plant Retailers must also be able to provide advice on how to best care for plants in different environments. The demand for Plant Retailers is expected to grow as more people become interested in gardening and plant care.

[Education Paths]
Three degree paths that could be recommended to learners of this course are Horticulture, Plant Science, and Botany.

Horticulture is the science and art of growing and cultivating plants. It involves the study of plant growth, development, and the environment in which plants are grown. Horticulture is a rapidly growing field, with new technologies and techniques being developed to improve crop yields and reduce environmental impacts.

Plant Science is the study of plants and their interactions with the environment. It involves the study of plant physiology, genetics, ecology, and biochemistry. Plant Science is a rapidly growing field, with new technologies and techniques being developed to improve crop yields and reduce environmental impacts.

Botany is the study of plants and their interactions with the environment. It involves the study of plant anatomy, physiology, genetics, ecology, and biochemistry. Botany is a rapidly growing field, with new technologies and techniques being developed to improve crop yields and reduce environmental impacts. Botany is also becoming increasingly important in the study of climate change, as plants are essential for the regulation of the global climate.