Horticulture

Are you interested in working with plants and pursuing a career in agriculture and related fields? From lawns to gardens and florists to farms, society needs skilled cultivators to grow plants. The Aims horticulture associate degree program is designed to transfer to a bachelor's program and teaches you the skills and knowledge to help you succeed in related industries. Learn from experienced faculty members in Weld County, the heart of Colorado farm country, and gain practical skills through labs taught in a state-of-the-art greenhouse facility. 

While earning a horticulture associate degree at Aims, you’ll learn about:

• Botany
• Soil science
• Plant propagation
• Large-scale crop production
• Pest identification
• Greenhouse management
• Turf Management

Gain practical horticulture and professional skills by learning in laboratory settings while working side-by-side with your instructors. 

While earning a horticulture associate degree, learn the principles and practices of:

• Growing and nourishing plants
• Soil management
• Greenhouse operations
• Weed and pest management
• Garden management
• Data collection

In addition to these foundational horticulture skills, you’ll develop important soft skills that employers want, such as critical thinking, planning, problem-solving, and the ability to adapt to change.