Plant the seeds of success by entering the exciting field of landscape and turf management.  This profession gives you the unique opportunity to express your artistic talents and creativity through the beauty of nature.

Landscapers and designers work with both commercial and residential customers to convert clients’ visions and dreams into reality.  Landscape maintenance specialists work to maintain and protect the beauty of established landscaping.  Individuals who enjoy meeting people and sharing their knowledge of plants might find their niche working in garden centers, the retail arm of the field.

As a student in the Landscape & Turf Management program, you will receive training in the fields of landscaping, turf, nursery, and tree service.  You will also study plant identification, propagation, and landscape design.

Skills

Plant identification and culture

Plant growth and propagation

Landscape design, establishment, and maintenance

Turf establishment, maintenance, renovation, and culture

Insect and disease identification and control

Small engine repair and maintenance

Electrical systems

Equipment repair

Outdoor construction

Customer service

Equipment

Landscape hand tools

Diesel powered tractors

Front-end loader

Rototiller

Chemical applicators

Commercial lawn mowers, including zero turn mowers

Commercial lawn aerator

Career Options

Landscaper

Garden center employee

Lawn care operations technician

Golf course grounds maintenance crew member

Tree service crew member

Amusement park grounds maintenance employee

Greenhouse operations employee

Future Opportunities with Further Education

Management positions in all phases of the landscape and garden center industry

Landscape designer

Horticultural salesperson

United States Department of Agriculture agent

Chemical fertilizer company employee

High School Credit Junior Year

Landscape & Turf Management 3.0

Technology .5

Potential College Semester Hour Credit

College Tech Prep 8