Floral Design Classes

The New York Botanical Garden is home to New York City's oldest and most prestigious Floral Design Program, and for over four decades has sent hundreds of graduates on to enjoy rewarding careers. With hands-on practice and with personal attention from NYBG's rigorous yet nurturing instructors, you'll develop the mastery and confidence to express yourself through flowers. Choose an individual course for fun, or pursue a Certificate in Floral Design.

Click here for an overview of the Certificate Program.


September

Sympathy arrangements, properly composed, pay tribute to a departed loved one and offer solace to the grieving. There are details to be discussed with a bereaved family, special etiquette to be observed, and a wide choice of designs that make more...
271FDN382 09/14 Mo 10:00am-4:30pm Cawley
NYBG

Learn the keys to successful floral design and master the mechanics needed to create round, triangular, parallel, and crescent arrangements. Experiment with shape, line, and symmetry while composing beautiful, balanced creations.
271FDN300B 09/15 Tu 10:00am-2:30pm Woodson
NYBG

Flowers play a crucial role in creating a memorable wedding. Learn the elements of successful floral wedding design, including the art of fine wiring and taping to create corsages and boutonnieres with fresh flowers, ribbons, and bows. Advance to the more...
271FDN304 09/16 We 10:00am-2:30pm Mele
NYBG

Create your own professional-looking arrangements with economical, store-bought bouquets. Using simple design principles and fresh flowers that can typically be found at local grocery stores or farmers markets, learn how to design and create your own elegant arrangements.
271FDN210D 09/17 Th 11:00am-1:00pm Elfe
NYBG

Vibrant, locally sourced dahlias make for simple yet spectacular arrangements that are perfect for a mantel, entry table, or dining centerpiece. Take a page from trend-setting farm-to-table designers, and fashion a playful, free-flowing creation that showcases the exuberance of these more...
271FDN398 09/18 Fr 10:00am-1:00pm Woodson
NYBG

Are you an aspiring floral artist but not sure where to start or simply want to explore the craft of floral arranging? In this class, you'll gain the foundational knowledge of floral design principles, including flower care, arrangement techniques, and more...
271FDN110E 09/19 Sa 11:00am-2:00pm Mele
NYBG

Cascading and suspended floral installations add an elegant and whimsical element to both grand and intimate spaces. Using a variety of dried and preserved flowers and foliage, you'll unleash your creativity as you learn the specific techniques and mechanics to more...
271FDN455B 09/24 Th 10:00am-2:00pm Mele
NYBG

Unleash your inner artist as you spend the day styling and photographing florals. In this class, you'll create a seasonal floral arrangement and learn to photograph it with artistry and intention using your phone. Explore techniques for styling and composing more...
271FDN420A 09/25 Fr 9:00am-4:00pm Mele
Jamison
NYBG
271FDN420B 09/26 Sa 9:00am-4:00pm Mele
Jamison
NYBG

Are you an aspiring floral artist but not sure where to start or simply want to explore the craft of floral arranging? In this class, you'll gain the foundational knowledge of floral design principles, including flower care, arrangement techniques, and more...
271FDN100G 09/28 Mo 6:00pm-8:00pm Mele
NYBG

October

Learn the keys to successful floral design and master the mechanics needed to create round, triangular, parallel, and crescent arrangements. Experiment with shape, line, and symmetry while composing beautiful, balanced creations.
272FDN300A 10/01 Th 10:30am-3:00pm Cawley
NYBG

Bring cheer into your home and exercise your botanical creativity, with live, real-time guidance. Watch your fellow students' efforts online and get personal critiques from your instructor as you build your elegant arrangement with fresh flowers from your own garden, more...
272FDN243AO 10/08 Th 6:00pm-8:00pm Edinger
ONLINE

Design and create arrangements appropriate for the ceremony, season, and setting, including aisle and altar designs, pew arrangements, and banquet table centerpieces. Work with a remarkable array of flowers, foliage, and fabrics to create captivating garlands and columns. Discussions include more...
272FDN305A 10/13 Tu 10:00am-2:30pm Mele
NYBG

In addition to exquisite design, a successful event requires a well-conceived plan. Learn how to write a sales proposal based on cost analysis, finalize the terms of the design contract, and order and organize materials, personnel, and deliveries, all within more...
272FDN504A 10/14 We 10:00am-2:00pm Cawley
NYBG

Are you an aspiring floral artist but not sure where to start or simply want to explore the craft of floral arranging? In this class, you'll gain the foundational knowledge of floral design principles, including flower care, arrangement techniques, and more...
272FDN110A 10/18 Su 11:00am-2:00pm Elfe
NYBG

Explore the world of sculptural art and let it inspire your floral creations. Begin by examining a few sculptural artworks to take inspiration from their unique forms and structures. Then, using seasonal blooms along with creative design techniques, you'll learn more...
272FDN359 10/19 Mo 10:00am-2:30pm Mele
NYBG

Learn to navigate the bustling New York flower district! Discover where to get the best flowers and hard goods from the pros. Your confirmation letter will include where we will meet in the flower district. Lunch is not included. Dress more...
272FDN400A 10/20 Tu 9:00am-12:30pm Woodson
OFS

The ability to command a broad vocabulary of styles defines the professional floral designer. From Neo-Classical and Victorian to English garden and Flemish, understanding floral styles expands your design options, evokes specific moods, and helps create the perfect setting. $290 more...
272FDN302A 10/26 Mo 10:00am-2:30pm Woodson
NYBG

Florists and floral designers who want long-lasting, gorgeous interior plantings won't want to miss this unique class from florist, horticulturist, and indoor plant expert Chris Raimondi. In this class, Chris shares essential horticulture practices for proper selection and maintenance of more...
272FDN310A 10/29 Th 10:00am-2:30pm Raimondi, CLP
NYBG

Create your own professional-looking arrangements with economical, store-bought bouquets. Using simple design principles and fresh flowers that can typically be found at local grocery stores or farmers markets, learn how to design and create your own elegant arrangements.
272FDN210A 10/30 Fr 11:00am-1:00pm Duever
NYBG
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