Plant propagation
Explore seed propagation, cuttings, grafting and the care needed to establish young plants.
GET TO KNOW THE SUBJECT
What is horticulture about?
Horticulture is about much more than growing a plant. It asks how to raise healthy planting material, care for a crop, recognise the right time to harvest and preserve quality afterwards. It brings the science of plant growth into gardens, nurseries, orchards and protected growing spaces.
This broad subject introduces fruit, vegetable and ornamental crops, along with nursery management and post-harvest care. You learn to notice small changes in plants and connect them to growing conditions. Students can also explore fruit science and vegetable science in more depth through the dedicated department pages.
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What you'll explore
Nursery management
Understand growing media, watering, plant health and the organisation of a nursery.
Fruit, vegetable and flower crops
Learn how the needs of different horticultural crops shape cultivation practices.
Quality after harvest
Look at maturity, grading, handling and storage as part of the journey from grower to consumer.
PUTTING IDEAS TO WORK
Learning through practice
These activities show how the subject connects to everyday agricultural questions.
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Start with a healthy plant
Consider how planting material and propagation choices influence later growth.
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Observe and respond
Keep records of plant growth, flowering and changes in the growing environment.
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Care for the harvest
Compare how handling and storage decisions affect freshness and quality.
LOOKING AHEAD
Where this knowledge can take you
Horticulture offers directions in nursery work, crop production, landscaping, protected cultivation and produce handling. It can also support a small growing enterprise. The most suitable route depends on the crops you enjoy, your practical experience and any further training you choose.
LEARNING IN PICTURES
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For current faculty details, course options and admission information, get in touch with the Faculty of Agriculture.