The world of horticulture is exciting and continually expanding. If you are wanting to pursue an education or career in horticulture you may be wondering where to start. A good first step is to learn what area you are most interested in. Your preferred area will determine the kind of classes and training you will need. Below is a list of common classes found within the scope of horticulture and related jobs.

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Horticulture Degrees

• Horticulture
• Fruit and Vegetable Management
• Golf Course and Sports Turf Operations
• Floriculture
• Plant Science
• Environmental Horticulture
• Horticultural Food Crops - Seed Science
• Landscape Design and Contracting
• Natural Resources
• Horticultural Business Management
• Sustainable Plant Systems
• Nursery and Landscape Management
• Horticulture Therapy

Common Horticulture Courses

• Landscape Design
• Plant Production
• Greenhouse Management
• Soil Science
• Integrated Pest Management
• Plant Identification
• Flower Arranging
• Irrigation Systems
• Outdoor Power Equipment
• Machinery Safety
• Alternative Cropping Systems
• Interiorscaping
• Landscape Management
• Water Conservation
• Wedding and Event Planning
• Horticulture Business and Bidding
• Cut Flower Crops
• Edible Landscaping
• Potted Plants
• Plant Breeding and Genetics
• Home Gardening

Careers in Horticulture

• Production & Sales (Orchards, Greenhouses, Nurseries, Landscaping, etc.)
• Public Gardens
• Marketing
• Communications
• Research
• Education
• Government Agencies
• Landscape Construction
• Landscape Design
• Pest Management
• Plant Pathology
• Writing
• Business Management
• Conservation Science
• Account Management
• Plant Geneticist
• Horticultural Therapist
• Floriculturist
• Soil Science