Careers: Horticulture
The field of horticulture opens up a wealth of career opportunities, ranging from education and public service to landscape design and nursery management.
- Many community colleges have tuned into the value of offering a comprehensive horticulture program to students, providing plenty of educational options.
- Grow interested in just a few examples of the many horticulture programs available across the country, as well as the career opportunities you can explore with a two-year degree or certification in this field.
This video describes the Horticulture Technology program at Alamance Community College.
Careers in Horticulture
According to the American Society for Horticulture Science, there are many possible career paths to pursue a degree or training in the field of horticulture. Some of the possibilities include:
- Education – Teach at the community college or university level.
- Research – Conduct research through universities or companies involved in horticulture.
- Entrepreneur – Own your own nursery, landscape design company or winery.
- Parks – Become a part of botanical gardens, learning gardens or public parks and museums.
- Public Service – Work in non-profit organizations or extension offices.
- Golf and Sports – Design or manage golf courses, athletic fields or country clubs.
- Production – Create an inventory for nurseries or landscape companies.
- Landscape Design – Create beautiful outdoor spaces for commercial and residential properties.
- Communication – Educate others about horticulture through mass media like radio and print publications.
- Marketing – Promote nurseries, landscape companies, or
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