Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
horticulture
noun
/ˌhɔːrtɪˈkʌltʃər/
Definition
The art or practice of garden cultivation and management.
Examples
- Horticulture plays a vital role in food production.
- She studied horticulture to learn about sustainable farming practices.
- The local horticulture society hosts annual flower shows.
Meaning
Horticulture involves the cultivation of fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, herbs, mushrooms, algae, flowers, seaweeds, and non-food crops such as grass and ornamental trees and plants.
Synonyms
- Gardening
- Floriculture
- Botany
- Agronomy
