Welcome to the Department of Landscape Architecture and Horticulture!

As Chair of the Department of Landscape Architecture and Horticulture, I am delighted to welcome you to our website. 

We provide an ecologically based education to train leaders in the field of sustainable design and environmental horticulture. Our graduates go on to careers in design or horticulture in private offices, government agencies, wholesale and retail plant nurseries and design/build firms.

We currently offer a Bachelor of Science in Horticulture, Associate of Science in Horticulture, and Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture. In Fall 2010, a Master of Landscape Architecture (MLarch) with an emphasis in Ecological Landscape Restoration will be added.

Temple's Landscape Architecture and Horticulture programs are unique in their emphasis on outdoor learning, hands-on experience and design-build. These attributes set our programs apart from others in the nation.

Practical knowledge is complimented by rigorous scientific and design studio experience. Combining the two types of learning results in a well-rounded educational experience. 

Our students are known throughout the region for their competence and ability to think creatively and critically. The fully accredited landscape architecture program enables students to get jobs with registered landscape architects and to move toward their own professional licensure. The new MLarch program is also geared toward accreditation and accepts students without a background in landscape architecture.

I look forward to seeing you on campus!

Best wishes,

Mary Myers, Ph.D., R.L.A
Chair, Department of Landscape Architecture and Horticulture
mary.myers@temple.edu