Welcome to the Department of Horticulture. The discipline of Horticulture is the science and art of the production, marketing, and use of high-value, intensively cultivated plants. For more information about this discipline, visit our infographic or our What is Horticulture page.
The Department's mission is to prepare our students for horticulture-related careers in science and business. This includes making new discoveries in the plant sciences; promoting the use of plants and food for improved human health and a safe environment; improving the characteristics, quality and availability of horticultural products; and strengthening the competitive position of the world's horticultural industries. Faculty members possess a diverse array of expertise - both interdisciplinary (e.g., breeding, genomics, development, physiology, metabolism, molecular biology, and sustainable production), and commodity based (e.g., fruits/pomology, vegetables, viticulture, floriculture, nursery crops, postharvest, design and landscape ecology, and marketing) - which they utilize in their research, teaching and outreach programs, at both the national and international levels.
Who will develop the science and technology to cultivate plants for human and environmental health? SPARTANS WILL.
Featured Students
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October 2018
Published on October 5, 2018
Joshua Vander Weide is our featured grad student of the month
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September 2018
Published on September 10, 2018
Brad Koetje is our featured 2-year student for the month
News
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Providing undergrads opportunity to sample graduate life
Published on October 1, 2018
Michigan State University was awarded a three-year grant from the National Science Foundation to continue its involvement with the NSF’s Research Experience for Undergraduates program.
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Continuing to bear fruit: MSU AgBioResearch scientist’s blueberry varieties
Published on October 1, 2018
The blueberry varieties developed by Michigan State University AgBioResearch fruit breeder James Hancock continue to have a significant impact on the blueberry industry in both Michigan and around the world.
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MSU Horticulture Student Awarded Two Industry Scholarships
Published on September 23, 2018
MSU Horticulture student, Sean Tarr, earns two industry scholarships
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2-year Fruit, Vegetable and Organic Certificate Program Highlighted in Video
Published on September 21, 2018
Learn about our 2-year Fruit, Vegetable and Organic Horticulture Management certificate program in this video
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MSU Horticulture Student Awarded Future Organic Farmer Grant
Published on September 4, 2018
John Gove, a junior in the Department of Horticulture, earned the 2018 Future Organic Farmer Grant to support his education in organic agriculture
Featured Faculty
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Spring 2018
Published on April 3, 2018
Dan Chitwood, our newest professor, is our Spring Semester featured faculty.
Events
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Oct 29
Curious Gardener October 2018 - Growing and Identifying Mushrooms
October 29, 2018 3:00PM - 5:00PM 1066 Bogue Street, East Lansing, MI 48824
Join us for one (or more) of this season's classes!
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Nov 1
Houseplant & Succulent Sale
November 1, 2018 9:00AM - 7:00PM Plant & Soil Sciences Headhouse and Conservatory (1066 Bogue Street)
The MSU Horticulture Gardens are largely self-funded. Help us grow by taking home some wonderful airplants, succulents and other houseplants!
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Nov 10
AutumnFest
November 10, 2018 Pavilion for Agriculture and Livestock Education
Mingle with CANR alumni and supporters from Michigan’s agricultural and natural resources industries. Starts 3 hours before the kickoff of the MSU football game.
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Nov 13
Curious Gardener October 2018 - Hanging Succulent Wall Art
November 13, 2018 3:00PM - 5:00PM 1066 Bogue Street, East Lansing, MI 48824
Join us for one (or more) of this season's classes!
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Dec 3
Curious Gardener October 2018 - Lighted Evergreen Wreath
December 3, 2018 3:00PM - 5:00PM 1066 Bogue Street, East Lansing, MI 48824
Join us for one (or more) of this season's classes!