Horticulture & Gardening
Horticulture & Gardening
Founded in 1974 by world-renowned botanist Dr. Mildred E. Mathias, UCLA Extension’s Horticulture & Gardening program has a long history of excellence.
The Horticulture Certificate provides a solid foundation in plant biology, soil health, plant identification, and horticultural care. And our three specializations, Arboriculture, Gardening, and Plants for the Landscape, give you skills you can learn and apply immediately.
If you're looking for a career in the “green” industry, we have a robust series of offerings that can help further your goals.
Our programs are comprehensive, with courses that combine environmental stewardship with the art and science of horticulture.
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Founded in 1974 by world-renowned botanist Dr. Mildred E. Mathias, UCLA Extension’s Horticulture & Gardening program has a long history of excellence.
The Horticulture Certificate provides a solid foundation in plant biology, soil health, plant identification, and horticultural care. And our three specializations, Arboriculture, Gardening, and Plants for the Landscape, give you skills you can learn and apply immediately.
If you're looking for a career in the “green” industry, we have a robust series of offerings that can help further your goals.
Our programs are comprehensive, with courses that combine environmental stewardship with the art and science of horticulture.
New! UCLA Extension's Horticultural Therapy course series, approved by the American Horticultural Therapy Association (AHTA), equips you with the skills to implement evidence-based techniques in specialized treatment and wellness care settings. Learn More.
Courses
Horticulture & Gardening Information Session
Horticulture Internship (4-unit)
Horticulture Internship at The LA Arboretum
Indoor Plants: Care and Maintenance
An introduction to the fundamentals of growing plants indoors. Learn how to identify your unique indoor environment, how to choose appropriate and healthy plants, and how to create a maintenance schedule for plant success!
Elective course in the horticulture certificate.
Introduction to Horticulture
J. Michael Baer Horticulture Scholarship
Students pursuing the Horticulture Certificate with demonstrated financial need are encouraged to apply.
Application deadline: January 15th of every year