Horticulture and Landscaping
Topics of study will include:
Introduction to Horticulture, plant parts and functions, taxonomy and naming, plant propagation to include seeding, cuttings, grafting, and tissue culture (cloning), greenhouse management and crops, light and temperature interaction, hydroponics. Pesticides, herbicides, plant diseases and pests, biological pest control, vegetables, small fruits, tree fruits, lawn establishment and management. Landscaping - planning, architecture, management, value, careers in the horticulture field. Students will gain hands on experience through work in the greenhouse. Students will also become involved in the National FFA Organization and SAE. Students will be responsible for a bedding plant sale in the spring.
Texts used for this course are: Introductory Horticulture, Reilly and Shry, published by ITP and Principals of Landscape Design, Ingalls, published by ITP.
