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• Horticulture and climate change
• Landscape architecture
• Plant and garden structure
• Plant growth and development
• Sustainable school gardens
• Urban gardens and green space
• Horticultural therapy
• Gardening and nutritional habits
• Aesthetic landscapes
• Biological factors and plant growth

Horticulture Studies looks at different types of plants and the way they grow. It may consider the link between ecological processes, the environment and horticulture. An undergraduate degree in Horticulture Studies will provide students with a fundamental background in horticulture science, plant health and plant management. A graduate degree generally focuses on scientific studies and writing up research results for publication. Typical topics in Horticulture Studies include:

• Horticulture Science
  • Soil Science - Examines soil types in addition to fertilizers, drainage and moisture capacity.
  • Plant Propagation - Looks at the practice of plant propagation, plant biology and managing of growing environments.
  • Plant Nutrition - Covers a number of topics including micro- and macronutrients, fertilization and toxicities.
  • Plant Morphology - An analysis of plant development, form and structure from germination to maturity.
• Plant Health
  • Plant Pathology - Delves into management of plant health.
  • Entomology - Study of insects and how they interact with horticultural crops.
  • Horticulture Microbiology - Looks at microorganisms and their ecological interactions with plants.
• Plant Management
  • Urban Forestry - Management of urban trees using techniques from urban planning, engineering and landscaping.
  • Turf Grass - Uses, different species, maintenance and establishment of turf grass.
  • Ornamental Herbaceous Plants - Examines perennial plants and their design attributes (form, texture and color).

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