Illinois Central College - Horticulture Program

Illinois Central College - Horticulture Program Growing plants. Growing students. 🌱 Public arboretum, greenhouse & seasonal plant sales supporting horticulture education. Located in East Peoria, IL.

The Horticulture program at Illinois Central College offers a Horticulture-Landscape Management Associate in Applied Science Degree and Horticulture-Turfgrass Management Associate in Applied Science Degree along with the Horticulture-Landscaping Certificate and Horticulture-Turfgrass Operations Certificate. Students may attend full-time or part-time. Graduates of the program enter directly into th

e Horticulture industry or transfer to a four-year university to continue studies. Students learn basic theory in the classroom and apply that theory in outdoor laboratories. The program has a variety of outdoor facilities and equipment to support student learning in these "hands-on" labs. Students in laboratories learn and practice production, construction, and maintenance of plants and features in the campus horticultural facilities. Students have the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities at ICC besides going to classes. The Horticulture Club sponsors a variety of trips and social functions each year. Students may participate in the Illinois Nurserymen's Association Apprenticeship Program, the Pro-Hort Seminars, and the National Association of Landscape Professional's (NALP) National Collegiate Landscape Competition held each spring. In addition, students assist in hosting the College's Landscape & Garden Day held each fall at the East Peoria Horticulture Land Lab.

🌳 Exciting News! Illinois Central College's Horticulture Land Lab is proud to host the Landscape Illinois Central Region...
09/04/2026

🌳 Exciting News! Illinois Central College's Horticulture Land Lab is proud to host the Landscape Illinois Central Region Pruning Workshop on October 15, 2026!

Whether you're looking to sharpen your skills or learn proper tree and shrub care from expert arborists, this hands-on ground pruning workshop is a fantastic opportunity. Morning and afternoon sessions are available, but spots are limited!

🪚 Bring your gear and join us on campus for a great day of learning.

👉 Learn more and register here: https://landscapeillinois.org/il-events/central-region-pruning-workshop/

🌱 Discover Careers in Ag, Diesel & Horticulture at ICC! 🚜Are you or someone you know looking to explore high-tech, hands...
08/25/2026

🌱 Discover Careers in Ag, Diesel & Horticulture at ICC! 🚜

Are you or someone you know looking to explore high-tech, hands-on career paths? Join us for the free Agriculture, Diesel, and Horticulture Showcase at Illinois Central College!

Engage in hands-on activities with the latest industry innovations, tour equipment displays from top partners, connect directly with employers, and enjoy a free lunch on us.

Date: Friday, September 18, 2026

Time: 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM

Location: ICC East Peoria Campus (Agriculture & Industrial Technology Building, Lot F & Horticulture Land Lab)

Spots are limited, so be sure to sign up early!

👉 Reserve your spot here: https://succeed.icc.edu/register/agaithort_0926

08/13/2026

Always great to see our ICC students contributing to the vibrant landscape industry here in Central Illinois!

08/07/2026

We're reaching beyond our usual network and hoping you can help!
Illinois Central College is seeking an adjunct instructor to teach the HORT 110 Lab this fall. The lab meets Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:00–4:50 p.m., running from August 17 through October 7.

If you're passionate about horticulture and interested in teaching, or if you know someone who may be a great fit, please contact Corinne Brown at [email protected] or 309-694-8446.

Please feel free to share this opportunity with your network!
Those interested may apply at:

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07/11/2026

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Join the Green View team. We are hiring landscape designers, crew members, and maintenance professionals across Central Illinois. Family owned company serving the area since 1955.

Guest speaker Julie Graesch of Bioworks is giving the students of HORT 132 a deep dive into Biopesticides today. Thank y...
06/16/2026

Guest speaker Julie Graesch of Bioworks is giving the students of HORT 132 a deep dive into Biopesticides today. Thank you for your expertise, Julie!

ICC Hort intern, Ally, picking up plants for the Peoria Park District with the help of ICC Hort alumni, Josh.
06/05/2026

ICC Hort intern, Ally, picking up plants for the Peoria Park District with the help of ICC Hort alumni, Josh.

Duluth Trading Company making ICC Hort alums look good while they do excellent work comfortably
05/20/2026

Duluth Trading Company making ICC Hort alums look good while they do excellent work comfortably

ICC Hort student, Ayden, is completing his internship at Hoerr Nursery on the production side of the business. 
05/14/2026

ICC Hort student, Ayden, is completing his internship at Hoerr Nursery on the production side of the business. 

ICC Hort interns, Marc and Gabe working on site. Marc is spending his time learning more about the turf side of operatio...
05/12/2026

ICC Hort interns, Marc and Gabe working on site. Marc is spending his time learning more about the turf side of operations at Mt Hawley while Gabe is  prepping, pruning, and planting in the many flower beds of both Kellogg and Newman golf courses, part of the Peoria Park District.

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