floriculture

/ˈflɔrɪˌkʌltʃər/
noun
  1. The cultivation of flowering plants, especially for ornamental or commercial use.
    • Floriculture is a major industry in countries with warm climates.
    • She studied floriculture to learn how to grow exotic orchids.
    • The local fair had a floriculture competition for the best flower arrangements.
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