GREENHOUSE TECHNOLOGY 2 Semester(s) 1 Credit(s)
This class studies the production of various greenhouse plants such poinsettias, African violets, perennials and ferns. Instruction also includes the principles of growing spring flowering bedding plants as well as vegetable transplants, variety selection, seed propagation, fertilization, and insect-disease control. Students will receive firsthand experience in raising these plants as well as marketing them. This course includes a study of greenhouses and growing structures. Content may be enhanced with appropriate computer applications. Leadership development will be provided through FFA. Each student will be expected to have an agricultural experience program.

FLORAL DESIGN I 1 Semester(s) 0.5 Credit(s)
This course includes: floral design techniques using silk, dried, and fresh flowers; operating and managing a florist business; interior plantscaping; and identification, production and cultural maintenance practices of plants used in interior landscapes. House plant identification will be emphasized. Content may be enhanced by appropriate computer applications. Leadership development will be provided through FFA. Each student will be expected to have an agricultural experience program. This class offers valuable skills for gaining employment in the floral areas.

LANDSCAPING 2 Semester(s) 1 Credit(s)
This course prepares students for occupations in the landscaping industry. The program consists of: site evaluation including sketching, planning, and drawing landscape plans; performing calculations related to landscape construction; and identification of landscape plants and their characteristics. Estimating, bidding, installation and maintenance of landscape plants will be included. Various field trips will be taken to enhance classroom instruction. Content may be enhanced by appropriate computer applications. Leadership development will be provided through FFA. Each student will be expected to have an agricultural experience program. This class is recommended for anyone wishing to gain employment in landscaping locally.