Horticulture/Greenhouse Worker

Students will gain experience and skills in the various aspects of the growth and propagation of typical bedding plants. They will grow a variety of plants through different methods and explore various horticultural practices in a laboratory setting. Builds on the foundation laid in Horticulture/Greenhouse Worker-Basic Skills.
Sample Activities:
- Managing a Greenhouse
- Growing Container Gardens
- Setting up a Hydroponics Experiment Station
- Potting, Watering and Calculating Fertilizer Needs for Nursery Plants
Sample Materials:
- Garden Cart System with Lights and Tent
- All-In-One Greenhouse Kit
- Hydroponics Experiment Kit
- ECMeter and Calibration Solution
- Soil Testing Kit, pH Meter and Pro pH Up and Down
CURR2002