Across
- 1. is a safety procedure ensuring equipment is powered off during maintenance.
- 3. grasses thrive in hot climates, such as Bermuda grass.
- 5. irrigation delivers water directly to plant roots, minimizing waste.
- 6. and Burlap is a method of transporting plants with intact root balls.
- 8. is a sustainable pest control strategy using cultural, biological, mechanical, and chemical methods.
- 9. are documents detailing safety and handling information for chemicals.
- 10. lights are artificial lights providing the spectrum needed for photosynthesis.
- 11. refers to non-living elements of a landscape, such as pathways and patios.
- 12. listening means fully concentrating on what is being said rather than passively hearing.
- 14. is the green pigment in plants critical for photosynthesis.
- 15. is the process by which plants use sunlight, water, and CO₂ to create energy.
- 18. propagation involves methods like cuttings, grafting, and layering to grow plants.
- 19. is the abbreviation for equipment used to protect workers.
- 20. are the primary nutrients required by plants.
Down
- 2. are plants that complete their lifecycle in one growing season.
- 4. involves adjusting equipment to ensure accurate operation.
- 5. describes the media’s ability to remove excess water.
- 7. includes methods to enhance efficiency and sustainability in horticulture.
- 10. is a controlled environment for growing plants.
- 12. allows air to reach roots in the growing media.
- 13. is the science and art of growing plants.
- 16. describes the horticulture sector focusing on cultivation for food.
- 17. refers to the horticulture sector focusing on aesthetic plants used in landscaping.