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      • B.S. Horticulture
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      • Floral Design Certificate
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      • M.S. Horticulture (Thesis Option)
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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.

Degree Programs

13 Areas of Research Focus

Research programs in the Department of Horticultural Science spread across twelve broad areas from molecular plant physiology to international floriculture marketing.

Research

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

Admissions Information
Oct
04
Ellison Endowed Chair Distinguished Lecture Series: Jay Maddock, Ph.D.
The Shirley and Joe Swinbank ’74 AgriLife Center
Oct
18
2023 Texas Fruit Conference
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service – Gillespie County, 38 Business Ct, Fredericksburg, TX 78624
Oct
19
2023 Texas Fruit Conference
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service – Gillespie County, 38 Business Ct, Fredericksburg, TX 78624
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Benz School of Floral Design

The Benz School of Floral Design and the M. Benz Gallery of Floral Art, located on the campus of Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas.  Founded by M. Buddy Benz, with the goal of teaching excellence in floral design, the Benz school curriculum is based on the solid foundations of classic elements and principles of design. Beginners, as well as professional designers will benefit from studies of the latest techniques and trends in floral design.

Learn more about The Benz School of Floral Design

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.

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Texas Wine: Down to a science

Texas A&M scientists and AgriLife Extension specialists help fine tune the Texas wine industry 

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Horticultural Sciences News

Peach breeding program adds varieties for growers and consumers

Texas A&M stone fruit program introduced 40 new peach and nectarine varieties to the market

Read more about the Peach Breeding Program

Testing the tipping point of floral design

Texas A&M horticulture enthusiasts create art pieces that dazzle

Read more about the “Balancing Act: Floral Equilibria” Exhibit

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