Horticulture

The course begins with a comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals of horticulture, including its definition, objectives, and classification.

We’ll discuss important methods of plant reproduction, growth, and propagation, along with the main abiotic or non-living factors that are critical to the propagation process. We’ll also take a look at the components of the soil and soil substitutes that can be used for growing plants.

We’ll explore the classification and taxonomy of the plants that are commonly used in horticulture and learn about the main methods of planting and sowing cultivated crops. We’ll also learn about the key aspects, characteristics, forms of reproduction and propagation of root, bulb, tuber, flower, fruit, and seed horticultural plants.

Finally, pests! The course describes the classification of pests that are commonly observed in horticulture, before moving on to explain their management and control.

By studying this course, you will:

• Discover methods of plant reproduction, growth, and propagation
• Understand soil, soil substitutes, and plant nutrition
• Become familiar with plant classification and taxonomy
• Learn about the main aspects, characteristics, forms of reproduction and propagation of horticultural plants
• Learn how to manage and control different types of pests

Whether you have an interest in the environment and how it benefits from horticulture or you’re a keen gardener looking to increase your knowledge, you’ll love the Horticulture Diploma Course.

Outdoors enthusiasts will discover the knowledge, skills, techniques and methodologies used in horticulture, which could start you on a path of further study. From there, you could even find yourself working in the industry – on anything from gardens and country estates to designing gardens or working in a laboratory discovering the next big horticulture innovations.