WHY?

When it comes to green industries, general ornamental horticulture is certainly growing. New technologies will be applied to the breeding and growth of plants, and creative florists and innovative business managers will be sought to design and retail unique plants for resorts, parks, greenhouses, botanical gardens, retail garden centers, research facilities, and more.

The state of Maryland is a great place to begin your career. Horticulture production remains the second highest income producing commodity group in the state, with sales ex- ceeding $1.96 billion. Of all plants sold here, 81% are grown on Maryland’s 20,800 acres of production area. Plant your seed for success at the IAA!

APPLY

Apply for admission to the General Ornamental Horticulture program at the Institute of Applied Agriculture at the University of Maryland. Our program provides training in basic botany; woody ornamentals; plant propagation; business and personnel management; computer applications and more.

As a student you will gain real work experience in your field, giving you a head start in your position and salary.