PSS 1411 - Horticulture, Unit 1

Olericulture

The growing and study of vegetables

Pomology

The growing and study of fruits and nuts

Viticulture

The growing and study of grapes and vines

Floriculture

The growing and study of flowers

Nursery Management

Growing and study of trees and shrubs

Arboriculture

The growing and study of trees. In forestry, this is known as silviculture.

Horticultural Therapy

Use of horticultural (gardening-related) plants and methods as therapeutic toolsA

Agronomy

Plant, fertilize, herbicides, irrigate (maybe), harvest; involves other expenses like equipment; commodities; ROW CROPS

How big is an acre?

43,560 square feet (about six or seven houses)

Horticulture

Growing plants in a greenhouse environment; 25% of the area is used as walkways; irrigate, fertilize, etc. (think about light and heat); other expenses includes employees, healthcare, electricity, greenhouse maintenance, etc.; fresh crops; NOT ALWAYS ROW CROPS