Department of
Horticultural Sciences
5 Degree Programs
Horticulture encompasses a unique blend of science, art, technology, design and business. The Texas A&M Department of Horticultural Sciences offers two undergraduate and three graduate degrees that prepare students for a myriad of diverse professional opportunities.
13 Areas of Research Focus
Research programs in horticultural sciences span twelve broad areas from molecular plant physiology to international floriculture marketing to address real-world challenges, contributing to the growth and sustainability of the horticultural sector in Texas and beyond.
170+ Enrolled Students
Our mission is to prepare students for in-demand professions with a broad base of horticultural knowledge, to be able to deliver research-based knowledge about the ways horticulture improves our environment and serves as a source of personal enjoyment
Benz School of Floral Design
Embracing the intersection of art and horticulture, the Benz School of Floral Design is developing floral design enthusiasts across the state of Texas and beyond. The Benz School’s multifaceted outreach includes academic courses for Texas A&M University students, continuing education for professionals in the floral design industry, a certificate program at a satellite school in Korea and credentialing for a high school floral design curriculum.
Aggie Horticulture
Since 1994, Aggie Horticulture has been your trusted source for digital resources based on years of testing and practice. Our teachers, scientists, and Extension specialists are proud to share our expertise to serve the students, producers, professionals and gardeners of Texas.
Texas Wine: Down to a science
Scientists and AgriLife Extension specialists in Horticultural Sciences are leading the Texas wine industry with “wine science” of viticulture and enology, fueling the Texas wine industry’s recent and rapid expansion.
Horticultural Sciences News
Texas A&M AgriLife Research leading effort to develop more high-quality, resilient tomatoes
In response to the growing challenges in tomato production, Texas A&M AgriLife Research’s Vegetable and Fruit Improvement Center is leading the effort to develop and employ a systems-based approach to build a more sustainable and competitive tomato industry in the U.S. Awarded an $8.4 million grant by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture, USDA-NIFA, AgriLife Research will spearhead a groundbreaking four-year multi-institution collaborative project to develop resilient, high-quality tomato varieties.
Research steers Winter Garden toward sustainable horticulture
The Texas Winter Garden region lives up to its name. The region, which includes seven counties between San Antonio and Laredo, is home to some of the most intense horticultural production in the state. The Winter Garden boasts some of the best-growing conditions for vegetable crops like spinach, potatoes, onions, cabbage and other greens, as well as fruits like watermelons, melons, specialty peppers, strawberries and pecans.
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