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the science of growing fruits, vegetables, and flowers
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Recent Examples of horticulture
The colder-than-usual winter for Florida has been a challenge to homeowner lawns and to horticulture teams at Central Florida’s theme parks.
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Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 Mar. 2026
These low-maintenance houseplants are very forgiving for beginners, says horticulture educator Robin Trott, who recommends the Rainbow, Wizard, and Black Dragon varieties.
—Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 16 Feb. 2026
My first paying job in horticulture was working for a little mom and pop garden center just outside of New York City.
—Paul Cappiello, Louisville Courier Journal, 6 Feb. 2026
Erik Draper is and assistant professor and commercial horticulture educator at Ohio State University Extension.
—Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 28 Jan. 2026
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Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 Mar. 2026
These low-maintenance houseplants are very forgiving for beginners, says horticulture educator Robin Trott, who recommends the Rainbow, Wizard, and Black Dragon varieties.
—Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 16 Feb. 2026
My first paying job in horticulture was working for a little mom and pop garden center just outside of New York City.
—Paul Cappiello, Louisville Courier Journal, 6 Feb. 2026
Erik Draper is and assistant professor and commercial horticulture educator at Ohio State University Extension.
—Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 28 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for horticulture
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To kick-start spring cleaning, check out storage options like a classy wood bench that conceals extra pillows, gardening equipment, and sports equipment, and a no-nonsense deck box with a lock to keep contents secure.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Mar. 2026
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With decades of expertise, Martha's newest book will cover everything from cooking, entertaining, home organizing, collecting, and gardening, breaking each topic down into clear, actionable guidance.—
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
5 Mar. 2026
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These arrivals enter industries across the board but primarily construction, house care, IT and computer work as well as one of New Zealand’s key industries – the primary sector which includes agriculture, forestry and mining, according to Olsen.—
Laura Sharman,
CNN Money,
7 Mar. 2026
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That talent pool has attracted companies focused on agriculture, life sciences and engineering — industries the plan suggests the city should continue prioritizing.—
Daniel Lempres,
Sacbee.com,
7 Mar. 2026
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Rare volcanic granite soils covered with a thin layer of calcium carbonate in this high-altitude desert in the foothills of the Andes offer a unique site for the cultivation of Malbec.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
2 Mar. 2026
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Orchid Festival Fairchild is one of the country’s premier centers for orchid cultivation.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
22 Feb. 2026
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Smith, who works beside his family members at Cushman Farms in Franklin, said that dairy farming is in his DNA.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
4 Mar. 2026
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In response, farmers have turned to TikTok to improve their farming skills, and find new buyers for their crops.—
Jeronimo Gonzalez,
semafor.com,
4 Mar. 2026
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Fifty-seven percent of acres are under no-till or conservation tillage, reducing erosion and fuel use.—
SJ Studio,
Sourcing Journal,
2 Dec. 2025
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The railway boom brought millions of acres of arable land under tillage.—
David McWilliams,
Fortune,
16 Nov. 2025
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Tom Huesgen, the golf club’s director of agronomy, said the club is undertaking the effort in order to provide a consistent playing experience—the gras say-grade will also improve irrigation efficiency.—
Karen Billing,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Feb. 2026
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In professional stadium design, field availability is governed less by calendars than by agronomy, recovery cycles, and surface integrity.—
Ed Gaskin,
Boston Herald,
7 Feb. 2026
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“Horticulture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/horticulture. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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