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The CT Green Industry

Discover the thriving plant industries in Connecticut, including greenhouses, nurseries, and florists. Delve into the lucrative market generating $949 million annually from over 2,500 companies and 41,000 employees. Explore various plant sciences and careers available in this blooming sector.

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The CT Green Industry

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  1. The CT Green Industry

  2. CT’s largest plant industries are: • Greenhouse • Nursery & Landscape • Florists • In CT, all 3 of these areas generate: • $949 million dollars per year • 2,500 companies • 41,000 employees

  3. Greenhouses • Over 200 Greenhouse growers in CT • Production of houseplants & annuals • Annual – a plant that completes its life cycle in one year (some flowers & vegetables)

  4. Nursery & Landscape • “Nursery” refers to area where trees, shrubs, and perennials are grown • Perennial – fleshy plant that grows for several years without needing to be replanted • Landscaping includes lawn mowing, pruning, designing, planting

  5. Florists in CT • 600 Floral Shops • 90 mass market florists (grocery stores) • 50 free lance florists (out of their homes) • 40 growers & suppliers

  6. Other Plant Industries in CT • Fruit production • Vegetable production • Golf Courses • Plant Research Farms • Vineyards

  7. Plant Science Careers • Floral Designer • Wholesale Florist Salesperson • Cut Flower Grower • Landscape Designer • Landscape Maintenance • Golf Course Superintendent

  8. Vegetable and/or fruit grower • Greenhouse grower • Plant Science teacher • Plant Scientist/Researcher • Turf grass grower • Manager of a Botanical Garden • Plant Health Inspector – USDA • Journalist for gardening magazines • Greenhouse/Nursery supply salesperson

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