No other program combines practical experience, coursework, interactive projects, and study abroad opportunities—all tuition-free.
The premier program of its kind, our Professional Horticulture Program combines hands-on, immersive learning with classroom experience and mentorship to train and prepare future horticulturists for successful careers. It is a life-changing, exciting, and inspiring opportunity. Since it began in 1970, we have trained almost 350 graduates who have gone on to meaningful and successful careers at public and private gardens and throughout the horticulture industry.
A graduate of Longwood’s refreshed Professional Horticulture program will:
- Be well-prepared with the skills and practical knowledge to enter the green industry workforce in a changing climate in industries, such as public horticulture, estate gardening, greenhouse production, or land conservation and stewardship
- Have strong plant identification knowledge and skills from a broad and ranging plant palette
- Be strong professionals entering the workforce with experience working in teams, with staff, volunteers, and guests, as well as possess basic skills in budgeting, public garden management, cross-cultural competency, hospitality, and software tools
- Have worked alongside and been mentored by Longwood Gardens horticulture staff and be able to demonstrate Longwood’s high standards and excellence
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