Commercial Horticulture

Commercial horticulture is a growing industry in Montgomery County. This sector includes commercial landscape, nursery, greenhouse, turf, and garden center businesses, as well as commercial fruit and vegetable producers.

As part of the county’s agriculture industry, commercial horticulture generates more than $120 million annually and ranks second in the state. Montgomery County is also a statewide leader in nursery and greenhouse production.

Programs and Services

Programs are offered in several key areas, including:

  • Commercial pesticide training and recertification
  • Nutrient voucher training
  • Nutrient management training for the landscape industry
  • Business planning
  • Integrated pest management

Helpful Links

Montgomery County Pesticide Law

Landscape & Nursery

Greenhouse & Cut Flower

Spotted Wing Drosophila Projects

Agricultural Nutrient Management Lab Information