Produce horticultural crops.

Production could include exploring techniques for production of the following horticultural crops and the selection of the appropriate container for each:

• Bedding plants
• Foliage plants
• Cut flowers
• Woody plants
• Herbaceous perennials
• Hardy groundcovers
• Vegetables

Production should also include following good agricultural practices (GAP) for produce food safety.

Process/Skill Questions:

• What are the necessary steps involved in the design of a complete crop production schedule?
• How do the production needs of perennials differ from those of annuals?