Abstract

This case study was conducted to investigate students' perception of the surrounding residential landscape at Jinnah Hall, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad. The study was conducted to evaluate students' perceptions of the effectiveness of landscape design on their academic and social lives; determine the association between students' preferences for particular plants and their ages; and showcase the role of campus landscape in students' physical and mental health. The research methodology combines qualitative and quantitative approaches, including surveys and interviews. A total of 200 students participated in this study by completing the questionnaire, and interviews were conducted to supplement the quantitative data. The collected data were analyzed using SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) and the Chi-square test at the 5% significance level. The findings showed that a large portion of the students were within the age bracket of 20-21 years, with 46.3% belong to rural areas. The results showed that about 60% of respondents prefer flowering plants. In terms of color, most respondents preferred red and white flowers. The result of the Chi-square test showed that students' color preferences are independent of their ages. Regarding satisfaction, about half of the respondents were satisfied with the current hall landscaping. Similarly, 56% of the students are aware of the therapeutic Effect of horticulture on mental health. The provision of more footpaths, red flowers, and ornamental plants is hereby recommended.