The objective of Paisajismo urbano’s intensive training course is the complete education and training of participants in our techniques for the bioconstruction of vertical gardens and green roofs.

The course is directed principally towards professionals in engineering, architecture, biology, landscape gardening, and any technician interested in learning the concepts and the realization method, management and control of vertical gardens and green roofs.

The duration of the course is 30 hours, divided into 5 classes of 6 hours each.

For a cost of 2.200 USD per participant the course includes: training, course material, and the right and permission to use our patent in a non-exclusive manner for each participant for three years in the country where the course takes place.

Course taught by

Ignacio Solano Cabello (Biologist and CEO)
Roberto Ruiz Vidal (Master of Science)

Course Development

Botany

Taxonomy.
Biology.
Evolution.
Adaptation.
Symbiosis.
Fungi.

Planning Design and Installation

Knowledge of vertical gardening system and green roofs.
Vertical landscaping materials and green roofs.
Planning work and exhibits.
Calculations and measurements.
Environmental analysis.
Availability of species.
Species selection.
System design and options.
Control and study of water resources.
Criteria for setting irrigation system.
Physico-chemical properties of substrate materials.
Indoor garden lighting.

Installation and setup (theoretical and practical classes)

Preparation of the supporting wall.
Fixing structure.
Placement of substrates.
Fixing systems: electronic irrigation, concealment system.
Irrigation control practices
Preparation of plants for planting.
Planted systems.

Maintenance and control

Options for the control and management of the garden.
Remote control systems.
Pruning.
Pest management.
Maintenance.