Horticulture

This program prepares students on the growing and breeding of plants as well as maintaining productive soils.

Students who have completed the program should be able to:

• Apply knowledge of the Anatomy and Physiology of vascular plants by identifying, selecting, and managing agricultural crops
• Identify, select, and propagate woody and herbaceous plants used in the Mid-Atlantic region
• Recognize and evaluate key pests and propose solutions for pest management
• Display effective decision making, time management, and project management skills in the horticulture industry through a field experience
• Locate, retrieve, and critically evaluate information and information sources