The Horticulture Industry Flashcard

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A/An __________________ is a place that specializes in starting plants and growing them until they are ready to be transplanted to landscapes.

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nursery

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A/An __________________________ is a plant grown and used for its colorful greenery or leaves.

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foliage plant

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A/An __________________________ is a retail outlet that sells plants grown in nurseries, along with garden supplies.

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garden center

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A/An __________________________ is a collection of a wide range of plant species for exhibition and science study.

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botanical garden

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A/An __________________________ is a botanical collection composed exclusively of trees used in part for scientific study.

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arboretum

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A/An __________________________ is a structure whose walls and roof are covered with a transparent material, such as glass, and in which climatic conditions can be controlled for plant growth.

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greenhouse

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Improvement of the appearance of land through shaping topography, planting trees and other plants, and installing hardscape materials.

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landscaping

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Success in horticulture requires an understanding and application of diverse artistic processes.

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False

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The horticulture industry can be divided into three areas: botany, agronomy, and entomology.

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False

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Does California lead the nation in the production of fruits, vegetables, and floriculture crops?

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True