Landscape architecture has the features of comprehension and strong c r o s s - c u t t i n g . C o n t i n u o u s l y e x p l o r e and improve the education approach is the pursuit of each landscape educator. Based on the analysis of Nanjing Forestry University small garden competition in recent years, this paper discussing import v a l u e s i n t h e t e a c h i n g o f l a n d s c a p e , interpreting excellent competition cases to explore effective ways of practicing, hoping to contribute to the improvement of the education approach and provide a reference for other colleges.