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.


August

From intimate cocktail and dinner parties with friends to family spreads for special gatherings, a thoughtfully curated table design is always a nice touch for any occasion! As the focal point, you'll create a stunning centerpiece using seasonal flower varieties more...
271FDN432 08/12 We 10:00am-2:30pm Mele
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...
271FDN110D 08/13 Th 11:00am-2:00pm 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.
271FDN210C 08/15 Sa 11:00am-1:00pm 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...
271FDN400BO 08/18 Tu 9:00am-12:30pm Woodson
OFS

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 ONLINE

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

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 10/17 Sa 10:00am-2:30pm Mele
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

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 10/19 Mo 9:00am-12:30pm Woodson
OFS

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 10/23 Fr 10:00am-2:30pm Mele
NYBG

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

November

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.
272FDN300B 11/01 Su 10:30am-3:00pm Mele
NYBG

There are many types of flowers available for floral designers, from exotic imports to locally grown. Learn to identify new varieties of old favorites, seasonal flowers, and various foliages. Topics include the special handling needs of many flower types. more...
272FDN308AO 11/04 We 6:00pm-8:00pm Edinger
ONLINE

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...
272FDN110B 11/06 Fr 11:00am-2:00pm Mele
NYBG

Ikebana is a distinct approach to working with flowers, rooted in Eastern aesthetics, and a different way of observing nature. Through the lens of the autumn season, you'll explore how line, space, and restraint can expand your visual language and more...
272FDN345 11/11 We 10:30am-4:00pm Zhang
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...
272FDN110C 11/14 Sa 11:00am-2:00pm Elfe
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.
272FDN210E 11/18 We 11:00am-1:00pm Matsui
NYBG

From intimate cocktail and dinner parties with friends to family spreads for holidays, a thoughtfully curated table design is always a nice touch for any occasion! As the focal point, you'll create a stunning centerpiece using seasonal flower varieties such more...
272FDN377 11/19 Th 10:00am-2:30pm Mele
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...
272FDN304A 11/30 Mo 10:00am-2:30pm Mele
NYBG

December

A grand centerpiece in a pedestal vase brings the elegance of a Dutch still-life to your dining or entry room. Capture the essence of this festive season with large Dutch amaryllis and ranunculus, English garden roses, Italian lisianthus, hydrangeas, and more...
272FDN320 12/01 Tu 12:00pm-2:00pm Elfe
NYBG

Southern charm and hospitality come front and center with a glossy, richly decorated wreath of magnolia leaves on a door, mantel, or accent wall. Weave leaves into a wreath form, then complement shape and color with seasonal fruit, pine cones, more...
272FDN355A 12/02 We 10:00am-2:30pm Cawley
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.
272FDN210B 12/05 Sa 11:00am-1:00pm Mele
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...
272FDN243BO 12/06 Su 10:30am-12:30pm ONLINE

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...
272FDN110D 12/08 Tu 10:00am-4:30pm Mele
NYBG

Southern charm and hospitality come front and center with a glossy, richly decorated wreath of magnolia leaves on a door, mantel, or accent wall. Weave leaves into a wreath form, then complement shape and color with seasonal fruit, pine cones, more...
272FDN355B 12/09 We 10:00am-2:30pm Cawley
NYBG

The holidays come to life with fragrant, long lasting decorations for your door, table and mantel. Explore working with fresh pine, fir, cedar, boxwood, juniper and arborvitae. Cones and berries will add seasonal interest. Personalize your projects with accents of more...
272FDN335A 12/10 Th 10:00am-4:00pm Cawley
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...
272FDN400B 12/10 Th 9:00am-12:30pm Woodson
OFS

The holidays come to life with fragrant, long lasting decorations for your door, table and mantel. Explore working with fresh pine, fir, cedar, boxwood, juniper and arborvitae. Cones and berries will add seasonal interest. Personalize your projects with accents of more...
272FDN335B 12/16 We 10:00am-4:00pm Mele
NYBG

Gather the last blooms of the season and create a beautiful fresh basket that will dry overtime and keep the remembrance of the season in your home. You'll learn specific techniques for choosing, preparing, and designing flowers and foliage for more...
272FDN376 12/17 Th 10:00am-2:30pm Woodson
NYBG

January

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...
273FDN110A 01/06 We 6:00pm-9:00pm Elfe
NYBG

Bring wintry flair into your home. Fashion an elegant and textural arrangement using a mix of natural materials such as lichen branches, juniper, quince branches, and eucalyptus pods, combined with seasonal floral gems including hellebores, amaryllis, poppies, and orchids.
273FDN330 01/08 Fr 11:00am-2:00pm Werber
NYBG

Our floral design weekend mini-intensive program provides an accelerated way to complete the NYBG Certificate Program. Over the course of three weekends this winter, you'll take the first four requirements of the program—learning alongside industry professionals as you gain the more...
273FDN956 01/09 Sa 10:00am-6:00pm Elfe
Mele
Woodson
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.
273FDN300C 01/12 Tu 10:00am-2:30pm Woodson
NYBG

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...
273FDN305B 01/13 We 10:00am-2:30pm Woodson
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...
273FDN504B 01/14 Th 10:00am-2:00pm Mele
NYBG

Learn the techniques to creating a fully wired bouquet—a design style that features individual flowers and foliage that are removed from their natural stems, wired for structure, and crafted to create a stunning "waterfall" effect. This method allows precise control more...
273FDN373 01/29 Fr 10:00am-2:30pm Woodson
NYBG

Professional prop stylist Robin Zachary shares creative ways to style and photograph your finished floral arrangements for use on your website, portfolio, and/or social media accounts. Learn how to design a set with a variety of backdrops and props in more...
273FDN312O 01/30 Sa 11:00am-1:00pm Zachary
ONLINE

February

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...
273FDN382 02/11 Th 10:00am-4:30pm Cawley
NYBG

Calling all lovers and friends, celebrate the season of love with flowers! In this fun and informative workshop, you'll spend an afternoon creating a beautiful and unique bouquet using simple design principles and a lush variety of economical, store-bought blooms. more...
273FDN127 02/12 Fr 11:00am-1:00pm Duever
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...
273FDN110B 02/16 Tu 11:00am-2:00pm Mele
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.
273FDN300D 02/17 We 10:00am-2:30pm Elfe
NYBG

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...
273FDN302C 02/19 Fr 10:00am-2:30pm Mele
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...
273FDN243CO 02/24 We 6:00pm-8:00pm Edinger
ONLINE

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...
273FDN110C 02/28 Su 11:00am-2:00pm Elfe
NYBG

March

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.
273FDN210D 03/02 Tu 6:00pm-8:00pm Mele
NYBG

There are many types of flowers available for floral designers, from exotic imports to locally grown. Learn to identify new varieties of old favorites, seasonal flowers, and various foliages. Topics include the special handling needs of many flower types. more...
273FDN308CO 03/03 We 11:00am-1:00pm Edinger
ONLINE

Brighten up those gray days of winter with a vibrant arrangement featuring pops of cheerful, colorful flowers. Using a variety of blooms including ranunculus, roses, anemone, and textured greenery, you'll create a garden-inspired tabletop arrangement reminiscent of spring days ahead. more...
273FDN392 03/06 Sa 11:00am-2:00pm Coy
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...
273FDN304B 03/13 Sa 10:00am-2:30pm Woodson
NYBG

Full, lavish arrangements to enhance entrance halls, ballrooms, parties, and hotels are always in demand. Learn the mechanics behind how these dramatic arrangements are designed and constructed. $240 materials fee.
273FDN502 03/14 Su 10:00am-2:30pm Woodson
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.
273FDN300E 03/15 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...
273FDN310B 03/16 Tu 10:00am-2:30pm Raimondi, CLP
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...
273FDN110D 03/18 Th 11:00am-2:00pm Mele
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...
273FDN243DO 03/20 Sa 10:30am-12:30pm Elfe
ONLINE

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...
273FDN302D 03/24 We 10:00am-2:30pm Woodson
NYBG

Colors, like flowers themselves, evoke feeling and sentiment, and set the mood. Explore the role of color in floral design using a spectrum of flowers. This course gives you a solid grounding in color theory, while highlighting the latest hues more...
273FDN306C 03/25 Th 11:00am-1:00pm Elfe
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...
273FDN400C 03/25 Th 9:00am-12:30pm Woodson
OFS

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...
273FDN304C 03/30 Tu 10:00am-2:30pm Mele
NYBG