Author Question: What does sustainable horticulture mean? What will be an ideal ... (Read 23 times)

jake · **on:** Jul 21, 2018

What does sustainable horticulture mean?

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

What are some of the specialty areas within the horticulture industry?

What will be an ideal response?

amit · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 21, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Sustainable horticulture refers to the science and practice of using an integrated system
of plant production processes that make the most efficient use of nonrenewable
resources, sustain the economic viability of horticultural operations, and enhance both
environmental quality and the quality of life for society as a whole

Answer to Question 2

Job opportunities in horticulture include a range of business, such as greenhouses,
nurseries, garden centers, golf courses, parks, orchards, floral design shops, grounds
maintenance operations, high tunnels, and vegetable and fruit growers. Specialty areas
within Sustainable horticulture include biodynamics, (organic) horticulture,
permaculture, enhancement landscaping, and hydroponics.