ProHort is a collaboration between University of Minnesota Extension and the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum.
The same classes and instruction are offered for the Master Gardener Volunteer Program without the commitment of volunteering or continuing education.
Audience
Industry professionals, homeowners, educators, and anyone looking for comprehensive horticulture foundation education.
About the class
Participants receive access to the course and materials in early January and can work throughout the year.
You must have an email address and a reliable internet connection to access the materials and complete training. You will receive a certificate after completing the course.
Topics:
- Botany and horticulture
- Soils, fertilizers, and composting
- Integrated pest management (IPM)
- Plant pathology
- Entomology
- Growing vegetables in Minnesota
- Growing fruit in Minnesota
- Herbaceous ornamentals
- Woody ornamentals
- Lawns
- Weedy plants
- Indoor plants and propagation
- Living with wildlife
- Plant diagnostics
Cost
For the online course and printed companion guide:
- $655, Arboretum, MSHS, MNLA or ASLA-MN member
- $695, General public
To find out more and to register, visit the Arboretum website.