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Bachelor of Science

Horticulture (B.S.)

Horticulture is the study and application of plant cultivation. Although botany and agriculture are similar, only Horticulturists use their knowledge to grow, care for, and design with plants. Horticulturists not only work to care for plants, but they also use their practical knowledge to design with them. It is an art as much as it is a science. Horticulture has a positive impact on landscapes, communities, food production, and the environment.
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Horticulture Introduction

Horticulture is a degree that requires hands-on effort and creative ideas. Students can choose from one of three emphasis when planning their classes: Floral Design; Production; or Design, Build, and Maintain. No matter the emphasis, all students will gain a strong foundation in:

  • Plant biology and care
  • Design plant environments (landscape design, floral art, edible landscaping, etc.)
  • Growing, producing, and managing plants in various settings
  • Hands-on and technological horticultural practices
  • Business and management fundamentals

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Highlighted Courses

Develop hands-on and scientific skills through courses in plant biology, soil science, landscape design, greenhouse management, pest control, sustainable agriculture, and more.
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APS 220
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HORT 235
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HORT 320
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HORT 322
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HORT 334
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HORT 455
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HORT 460
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Salary Outlook for BYUI Graduates

Explore earnings data for BYU-Idaho students who graduated in horticulture-related fields.

1 year

$34,031

Average Salary

5 years

$47,835

Average Salary

10 years

$61,545

Average Salary

Career Possibilities for Horticulture

Graduates with a degree in Horticulture have a wide array of rewarding careers before them. Check out some of the top careers students get with this degree or explore more career options in I-Plan.

Career Options

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Dive Deeper Into Horticulture

Explore helpful articles about this major, including career paths, skills, and opportunities. Get the insight you need to make an informed decision about your future at BYU-Idaho.

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Compare horticulture with botany, agronomy, plant science, and landscape design to find the field that best fits your interests.
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Discover a 10-acre demonstration garden featuring diverse plant collections, landscape designs, orchards, ponds, and educational growing spaces.
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AI in Academics

At BYU-Idaho, we are strategically integrating Artificial Intelligence to enhance academic excellence and prepare our students for an evolving world.

AI in Horticulture
You will learn to apply AI tools to enhance design accuracy and optimize plant production while prioritizing ethical stewardship and human creativity. This approach prepares you to use emerging technologies to solve complex environmental challenges and improve professional efficiency in the field.
Advance Knowledge, Enhancing Learning, and Developing Workforce Readiness
AI in Academics means learning to advance knowledge, enhancing learning, and developing workforce readiness through tools that support (not replace) your effort and integrity.

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