Description
This course focuses on the concept of plant growth and development for producing and utilizing multitude of plants. Topics will include taxonomy, anatomy, morphology, physiology, and genetics of plants as applied to their identification and both sexual and asexual propagation techniques. Environmental, hormonal, and physiological factors affecting seed dormancy, germination, plant rooting and budding will be discussed. Benefits of horticulture including food and nutrition, sustainable living, environmental purification, aesthetic and health benefits will also be emphasized.