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1 lab-science credit OR 1 occupational elective.
1 lab-science credit OR 1 occupational elective.
No Prerequisites
No Prerequisites
Course Description
Course Description
Basic principles of plant growth; physiology, soil preparation, crop establishment and management, pests and controls, harvest, storage and marketing. History and importance of plants for food, feed, fiber, medicine. Includes practical experience in greenhouse operations: cultivating fruits, vegetables, ornamentals and other plants which may be used in natural resources/conservation.
Greenhouse science/horticulture Essential Standards
Greenhouse science/horticulture Essential Standards
Students completing Greenhouse Science will be able to do:
Students completing Greenhouse Science will be able to do:
1. Use terms associated with horticulture, in oral and written terms.
2. Work as collaborative teams in a production environment.
3. Understand the difference of asexual and sexual reproduction of plants.
4. Take notes and keep a journal of the greenhouse projects.
5. Understand marketing and financial aspects of greenhouse business.
6. Overview of the Horticulture Industry in the Yakima Valley and potential careers. (A. Pomology – B. Arboriculture – C, Olericulture – D. Floriculture –E. Viticulture F. Turf Management )
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