Agriculture and Horticulture Department
Aims
- To develop practical skills of flower growing
- To develop an understanding of the Floriculture Industry in NZ
- To become familiar with commonly grown flowers
- To develop some skills in Floristry.
Description
This course focuses on:
- The Floriculture Industry in NZ
- Plant production
- Identification of flowers and foliage
Unit Standards Assessed
| TOPICS |
| Title |
Number |
Level |
Int/Ext |
No. of
Credits |
| Demonstrate knowledge of Floriculture |
US 20699  |
2 |
Int |
5 |
| Identify annuals, herbaceous perennials, and bulbs |
US 21031 |
3 |
Int |
10 |
| Demonstrate knowledge of factors which influence plant growth |
US 22191 |
2 |
Int |
5 |
| Demonstrate knowledge of flowering plants and foliage |
US 12057 |
2 |
Int |
5 |
| Write and display tickets, labels and chalkboards used in floristry |
FS1 |
1 |
Int |
5 |
| Prepare, design and make a bow, and use it to enhance a floristry product |
FS2 |
1 |
Int |
2 |
| Wire and tape a single flower or foliage for floristry |
FS3 |
2 |
Int |
5 |
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