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This blended class meets online for some sessions and on NYBG grounds for others. Registered students will receive login instructions and a syllabus with specifics.
This course is designed for horticulturists and gardeners who are familiar with the basic culture of perennials. Learn the identifying characteristics, classification, scientific and common names, and landscape uses of approximately 60 spring-blooming perennials. Please dress appropriately for outdoors. Prerequisite: Introduction to Plant Science

Please note that some blended classes meet on week day evenings AND weekend mornings. The "times" listed below are for the first class only. Click on "full schedule" to see the times of each individual meeting before registering.

Required Text
Clausen, Ruth R., T. Christopher, A.L. Detrick,
Essential Perennials: The Complete Reference to 2700 Perennials for the Home Garden.
Timber Press, 2015

Taylor's Guide to Perennials by Ellis, Barbara. 2001

Recommended Text:
DiSabato-Aust, Tracy,
The Well-Tended Perennial Garden: Planting and Pruning Techniques.
Timber Press, 2006.

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Prerequisite(s):
Introduction to Plant Science

This course contains no sessions