Floriculture provides students with an in-depth introduction to the floral industry, combining artistic creativity with agricultural knowledge and hands-on design experience. Students will explore a variety of topics, including flower shop operations, floral design history, careers within the floriculture industry, and identification of common floriculture crops.
A major emphasis of the course is on the elements and principles of design, which students will apply through the creation of floral arrangements and other floral art projects. This course includes a significant lab component, allowing students to develop technical skills in arrangement construction, plant care, and floral handling techniques.
All students enrolled in Floriculture are also required to be active members of the Neosho FFA Chapter, where they can participate in floral design competitions, Supervised Agricultural Experiences (SAEs), leadership activities, and Career Development Events (CDEs).
Floriculture is ideal for students who enjoy art, creativity, hands-on projects, plant science, or careers in floral design and the ornamental horticulture industry.
Prerequisites for this course include the successful completion of Agricultural Power and Technology, Principles of Animal Science, Principles of Plant Science, or SAE Project.