Ornamental Horticulture - Minor
About This Minor
The Ornamental Horticulture minor at Utah State University's College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences, Department of Plants, Soils and Climate, offers students a solid foundation in the principles of ornamental horticulture.
Students will learn about soil science, pest management, woody plant materials, and various other aspects related to the design, installation, and maintenance of ornamental landscapes.
What You Will Learn
Students in the Ornamental Horticulture minor will gain knowledge in soils, waters, and the environment; pest management principles and practices; woody plant materials; herbaceous plant materials; residential landscapes; arboriculture; landscape irrigation design; construction methods for residential landscape installation; plant propagation; turfgrass management; greenhouse management and crop production; and urban soil management and reclamation.
ADVISING
At a Glance
College: S.J. & Jessie E. Quinney College of Agriculture & Natural Resources
Department: Plants, Soils and Climate Department
USU Locations:
- Logan campus
Faculty: View profiles of faculty members on the department directory.
Learn More:
Program Requirements
Career And Outcomes
Career Opportunities
- Landscape Designer
- Horticulturist
- Arborist
- Greenhouse Manager
- Nursery Manager
USU Locations
LOGAN CAMPUS
Take The Next Step
Visit Campus
Schedule a campus tour and come see what it's all about.
Cost and Aid
Learn about tuition, scholarships, and other financial aid opportunities.
How to Apply
Start your degree path and apply now.
You May Also Be Interested In
Horticulture
From soil science to modern vegetable production, this minor lets you tailor your education to fit your interests, whether you’d like to go into science, research, landscaping, or agriculture-related careers.
Horticulture
Take advantage of the USU Botanical Center in Kaysville and the greenhouse at USU Salt Lake that serves as the hub of this major as you prepare for careers in arboriculture, nursery production, and other greenhouse industries.
Landscape Architecture
This minor helps students obtain professional foundations and advanced skills to better understand the form and function of natural, cultural, and built environments and how they’ve changed throughout history.
Ornamental Horticulture
Earn a certificate or an associate degree in ornamental horticulture with hands-on experience in greenhouses as you prepare to either continue on for a bachelor’s in plant science or pursue horticulture as a career and hobby.