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Welcome to the Department of Plant Science in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at the University of Connecticut.  The Department of Plant Science offers degree programs in Horticulture, Landscape Architecture, and Turfgrass and Soil Science.  We conduct research in a wide range of disciplines, including Horticulture, Landscape Architecture, Turfgrass Management, Soil Science, Plant and Microbial Molecular Biology, Plant Biotechnology, and Integrated Pest Management.  We provide outreach services and expertise to the public in the areas of Horticulture, Landscape Architecture, Turfgrass and Soil Science, and Integrated Pest Management. Please contact us for more information about our programs.
Program Areas
Horticulture
Horticulture
The arts and sciences related to the cultivation of fruits and vegetables and production and use of plants to enhance human environments.
Landscape Architechiture
Landscape Architecture
is the art and science of planning and designing meaningful, memorable and sustainable exterior environments in a variety of scales and settings.
turf and soil science
Turfgrass and Soil Science
Turfgrass management and applying soil sciences to the needs of crop production as well as the role of soils in ecological processes
Plant Biotechnology
Plant Molecular Biology and Biotechnology
Basic research in plant biology and applications in plant biotechnology, including genetic improvement of plants.
Integrated Pest Management
is an approach to controlling pests in safer, more effective, longer-lasting ways.
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Students

2008 FALL SEMESTER
preregistration begins Monday, March 24th. Consult with your advisor before your enrollment appointment.

CHECK OUT THE NEW COURSE NUMBERS
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CANDIDATES FOR GRADUATION

should make sure to follow the steps to a successul graduation.  Link to:

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Industry professionals

Northeast American Society for
Plant Biologists Conference

The conference will be held April 18-19, 2008 at the UConn campus in Storrs, CT. arrow

UConn horticulturalist develops new variety of poinsettia.

Cinnamon Stick, by Bob Shabot. arrow


CT GREEN PREP PROGRAM

7,600 persons were needed to work in Connecticut’s green industry.

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Positions Available
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UConn horticulturalist develops new variety of poinsettia.

Cinnamon Stick, by Bob Shabot. arrow

campus tree touring guide -- NEW !

Self-guided tour. Trees of special interest arrow

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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