Ornamental Horticulture, Landscape Ecology and Design
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INTRODUCTION The ornamental horticulture and landscape design industry in Nebraska is a significant and important industry both financially and asthetically. Clientele of this industry range from individuals with a single houseplant, homeowners with flower beds to businesses with large plantings or acreages of ornamentals.
The mission of the Ornamental Horticulture, Landscape Ecology and Design group in the Department of Agronomy and Horticulture is to provide high quality information to the residents of the state of Nebraska about ornamental horticulture and landscape design through 'teaching,' 'extension' and 'research.' |
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Teaching Component
The teaching component of this peer group has faculty at both the University of Nebraska - Lincoln campus and the University of Nebraska - Omaha campus. Undergraduate classes include introduction to horticulture, plant propagation, landscape design, plant identification, floriculture, floral design, greenhouse management and nursery management. Additional related and complimentary classes taught by other faculty include turfgrass science, weed science, soil science, range science, biological sciences, forestry and entomology. Hands-on experience gives students a strong, basic undergraduate experience. Graduate school opportunities are available through this program as well.
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Extension Component
Emphasis on the extension component of the Ornamental Horticulture, Landscape Ecology and Design peer group has been on the process of designing, implementing and maintaining sustainable landscape systems appropriate to the Great Plains. These programs are carried out through Landscape Design workshops, field days (such as the Festival of Color), publications, the Master Gardener program, community outreach and support programs, horticulture in-service training and county/local extension programs. This group works in conjunction with other organizations, including the Nebraska Nursery and Landscape Association, the Nebraska Statewide Arboretum and private industry.
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Research Component
The research component maintains a visible presence with research in greenhouse production, floriculture and ornamental horticulture. Specific programs target wildflower use in both urban and rural settings, ornamental grasses, greenhouse construction/production, nutrition of ornamentals, the breeding/selection of ornamental plants, and landscape design options. This research-based information is used in both the teaching and extension components and is shared with both the public and private industry.
Faculty List:
Alphabetical list of faculty in the Ornamental Horticulture, Landscape Ecology and Design peer group. Click on a Faculty name to view contact information, professional accomplishments, etc.
