Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Horticulture: Public Horticulture] From Purdue University

Horticulture applies knowledge from many disciplines, including biology, chemistry, ecology, engineering, communications, business, and education to solve real world problems related to the production, marketing and management of landscape plants, flowers, fruits and vegetables.

A professional program for students who want to lead or manage botanical gardens, arboreta, zoos, museums, parks, and other community sites. Graduates also become curators of plant collections, educators, plant propagators, illustrators, and writers.

Public horticulture is a professional program leading to employment in botanical gardens, arboretums and other horticultural establishments in the public sector, as curators of plant collections, educators, plant propagators, illustrators, and writers. Practical training through internships in public gardens is stressed.

Careers in Horticulture (multiple concentrations)

• Fruit, vegetable, or ornamental plant grower
• Landscape contractor
• Plant breeder
• Plant propagator
• Equipment and supply sales
• Extension Educator
• University professor
• Research scientist
• Graduate school