Landscape Horticulture Technologies
An appreciation for nature is a prerequisite for careers in the diverse field of landscape and turf management, which is experiencing strong growth in the Greater Cincinnati area. Horticulture students learn to combine skills in art, science, and business management to enhance the world around them. Three programs leading to an Associate of Applied Business degree and one two certificate programs are available.
- Landscape Horticulture provides opportunities to specialize in landscape design and contracting, landscape management, plant production, tree care, interior plantscaping, and floral design.
- Turfgrass Management prepares graduates for careers in golf course, sports turf, and commercial or residential lawn management.
- Sustainable Horticulture is a relatively new field of study for students interested in solving ecological challenges through new landscape techniques, such as managing stormwater and reducing energy consumption.
- The Landscape Design Certificate allows students to concentrate on courses specific to landscape design and construction, and is best utilized in conjunction with the Landscape Horticulture or Sustainable Horticulture degrees.
- The new Sustainable Agriculture Management Certificate offers concentration on sustainable food production in an urban environment.
A significant number of students double major in Landscape Horticulture and Turfgrass Management, to increase opportunities in the green industries, or double major in Landscape Horticulture and Sustainable Horticulture. Another double major option is Landscape Horticulture Technology and Business Management Technology. Because of seasonal employment opportunities for horticultural jobs, cooperative education assignments usually occur during the Summer semester.
Faculty
Program Chair
Mark Deacon
Co-op Coordinator
Joe Roberts
Advisor
Heather Wiggins