Plant Science Careers

What is ornamental horticulture?

• The science of plucking leaves perfectly off trees

• The science and art of producing, processing, marketing, and distributing plant grown for their beauty

• The art of distributing ugly flowers

• The science and art of producing and marketing tree bark

Which is NOT an example of ornamental horticulture?

• Grasses

• Shrubs

• Interior plants

• Weeds

What is the science and art of producing, processing, marketing, and distributing fruits and vegetables?

• Fruit and vegetable production

• Tomato market

• Fruits science

• Ornamental horticulture

Which is NOT an example of fruit and vegetable production?

• Tomato

• Banana

• Cucumber

• Peaches

What is Agronomy?

• The science of soil management and crops

• The art of insect wings

• The science of apples

• The science and art of plant decoration

Which is NOT an example of agronomy?

• Wheat

• Soybeans

• Eggplants

• Barley

Who designs and arranges cut flowers?

• Landscape contractor

• Landscape architect

• Florist

• Nursery operator

What does a golf course superintendent do?

• Manages the golf course grounds

• Tests golf clubs

• Cleans golf balls

• Challenges visitors to a game of golf

Who manages a business that grows and sells trees, shrubs, and other ornamental plants?

• Florist

• Golf course superintendent

• Gardener

• Nursery operator

Who grows and maintains plants for estates, institutions, etc.?

• Florist

• Gardener

• Nursery operator

• Groundskeeper