University of Florida

Restoration Horticulture

Receive the fundamentals for establishing, managing and protecting native plant communities through horticulture-based training in core courses. Become proficient in many aspects of plant science, including native and rare plant propagation and production, plant ecology and conservation, weed control, and planting design and specification.

Students that may excel in this specialization include those who enjoy working outdoors, applying horticultural skills to restoration, and the challenges and rewards of managing and restoring natural areas.

Skills Learned Job Duties Jobs Salaries

Native and rare plant propagation and production


Planting design specification for natural areas

Restoration of plant communities

 

Producing native plants through tissue culture, seeds and young plants

Control invasive plant species and establish native species

Develop and oversee plant community management for natural areas

 

Environmental consultant

Native plant grower

Natural areas manager

Project manager for governmental agencies

$32,000 - $90,000 depending on location and experience