Welcome to the Horticulture Department at Clemson University

Assistantships and Fellowships Available with Faculty Research Interests


Graduate training in a diverse program designed to meet the needs of the individual.  Assistantships from faculty are available in the areas listed below.

Please contact sponsoring professors directly at the address below or by phone if you have specific questions about their particular research projects.

Department of Horticulture
E-143 Poole Agricultural Center
Box 340319
Clemson University
Clemson, SC 29634-0319


J. W. Adelberg
(864) 656-3011
*Germplasm enhancement and transplant production systems for high value crops; mechanized micropropagation and somaclonal variation. 

W. V. Baird
(864) 656-4953
*Molecular genetics:  regulation of gene expression, genome structure and evolution, herbicide resistance, stress response. 
D. G. Bielenberg
(864) 656-4968
 

J. D. Caldwell
(864) 656-4952 
*Urban tree management and physiology, assessing value of urban trees in commercial development. 

R. J. Dufault
(843) 766-3761 
*Vegetable physiology relating to development of cultural practices for commercial vegetable production.

J. E. Faust
(864) 656-4966
*Greenhouse crop physiology, light regulation of plant growth.
K. Gasic
(864) 656-3664
 

M. T. Haque
(864) 656-4958
*Landscape Design; environmental awareness and conservation; educational programs relative to Botanical Gardens.

R. L. Hassell
(843) 766-3761
*Vegetable crop production; vegetable physiology and cultural practices.

D. R. Layne
(864) 656-4961 
*Fruit tree physiology and integrated crop management with a primary emphasis on peach; minor fruit crops (pawpaw).

H. Liu
(864) 656-6367
*Turf management and soil fertility, plant nutrition.

L. B. McCarty
(864) 656-0120 
*Turf mamagement and physiology.  Weed science and biology.  Pest Management. 
D. M. Park
(843) 662-3526 ext. 206
 

N. C. Rajapakse
(864) 656-4970 
*Postharvest physiology of fruit and ornamental crops; gas exchange through diffusion barriers; light regulation of plant growth and development. 

G. L. Reighard
(864) 656-4962
*Peach rootstock genetics and physiology emphasizing development of new rootstocks.  Fruit tree culture and orchard floor management practices.
C. E. Wells
(864) 656-6940
*Root physiology, urban trees physiology
T.Whitwell
(864) 656-4971 
*Weed science, herbicide fate in the environment, weed biology and management in ornamental and turfgrass. 



The mission of Clemson University's Department of Horticulture is to promote personal and professional growth through the discovery, communication, and application of horticultural experiences, knowledge, and scholarship. Our work fosters environmental stewardship while improving economic wellbeing, health, and quality of life for all.

Designed by Sarah Matzko Horticulture Department
College of Agriculture, Forestry and Life Sciences
Information: 864-656-6355 FAX: 864-656-4960

Department of Horticulture
E-143 Poole Agricultural Center
Box 340319
(Street Address: 50 Cherry Rd.)
Clemson University
Clemson, South Carolina 29634-0319

Linda D. Alexander, Department Webmaster ( lalxndr@clemson.edu)