Landscape Maintenance (2025) Exam Questions
and Answers
What is the meaning of Form following Function in terms of maintenance?
The aesthetics and use of the landscape is integrated into a design that takes maintenance into
consideration in all aspects.
Landscape Design needs to be based on all site specific considerations including:
-Soil type
-Microclimates
-Topography & Drainage
-Budget
-Use of landscape
-Expectations
For Landscape Design, Plant Selection - right plant, right place:
-Pest resistance
-Native plants
-Groundcovers to reduce weeding
-No invasives
-Proper plant spacing
Sustainable Landscape Design includes:
•Minimize Potable Water Consumption
•Preserve / Restore Native Wildlife Habitat
, •Promote a Sense of Place with Native Vegetation and Appropriate Site-Adapted Species
•Manage & Clean Water on Site
•Reduce Necessity for Fertilizer / Pesticide Applications
How many samples should be collected for soil testing?
15-20 samples
What should be done with the collected soil samples?
Mix samples to create a composite
From where should soil samples be collected?
From all over the site
What types of areas should be avoided when collecting soil samples?
Extreme areas such as low/high spots, near trees, sloped areas, and near pavement
How should different areas be sampled?
Different areas should be sampled separately
What should be removed from the soil samples before testing?
Any green tissue
Sampling Depth
-Lawn areas
•3-4 inches
-Trees /shrubs / perennials
and Answers
What is the meaning of Form following Function in terms of maintenance?
The aesthetics and use of the landscape is integrated into a design that takes maintenance into
consideration in all aspects.
Landscape Design needs to be based on all site specific considerations including:
-Soil type
-Microclimates
-Topography & Drainage
-Budget
-Use of landscape
-Expectations
For Landscape Design, Plant Selection - right plant, right place:
-Pest resistance
-Native plants
-Groundcovers to reduce weeding
-No invasives
-Proper plant spacing
Sustainable Landscape Design includes:
•Minimize Potable Water Consumption
•Preserve / Restore Native Wildlife Habitat
, •Promote a Sense of Place with Native Vegetation and Appropriate Site-Adapted Species
•Manage & Clean Water on Site
•Reduce Necessity for Fertilizer / Pesticide Applications
How many samples should be collected for soil testing?
15-20 samples
What should be done with the collected soil samples?
Mix samples to create a composite
From where should soil samples be collected?
From all over the site
What types of areas should be avoided when collecting soil samples?
Extreme areas such as low/high spots, near trees, sloped areas, and near pavement
How should different areas be sampled?
Different areas should be sampled separately
What should be removed from the soil samples before testing?
Any green tissue
Sampling Depth
-Lawn areas
•3-4 inches
-Trees /shrubs / perennials
