Develop the vital skills needed to protect and manage landscapes, maintain healthy trees, design attractive gardens, and produce landscape plants. Many horticulture students start their own businesses or pursue rewarding careers in a breadth of areas, including landscaping companies, nurseries and garden centers, public parks, botanical gardens, and private estates. Enroll in a single class or pursue a Horticulture Certificate.
Click here for an overview of the Certificate Program.
January
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Designed
for
students
who
want
a
user–friendly
introduction
to
plant
science,
this
course
surveys
the
major
groups
of
plants—flowering
plants,
conifers,
ferns,
and
bryophytes—focusing
on
plant
form
and
structure.
Learn
about
the
relationships
between
appearance
and
function,
ecology,
systematics,
and
more...
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203HRT300D
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01/06
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Mo
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10:00am-12:40pm
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Grossman
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NYBG
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203HRT300E
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01/07
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Tu
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6:00pm-8:40pm
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Grossman
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MDTN
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Prepare
for
the
Core
(Basic)
and
Category
3
(Ornamentals
and
Turf)
exams
that
New
York
State
Department
of
Environmental
Conservation
requires
of
all
pesticide
applicators.
We'll
cover
the
handling,
use,
storage,
and
application
of
pesticides;
safety
and
environmental
considerations;
and
more...
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203HRT357S
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01/07
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Tu
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4:15pm-8:45pm
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Spencer
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NYBG
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Graphics
are
essential
in
developing
and
communicating
your
design
ideas.
Practice
various
graphic
techniques
and
learn
how
to
organize
and
render
landscape
plans
on
paper
for
optimal
presentation
to
clients.
Work
with
a
range
of
drawing
materials
and
drafting
equipment.
more...
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203LAN311C
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01/07
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Tu
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6:15pm-9:15pm
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Poccia
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MDTN
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203LAN311D
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01/07
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Tu
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2:00pm-5:00pm
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Capparelli
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NYBG
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Explore
a
holistic
approach
to
keeping
trees
healthy
and
vigorous.
Topics
include
planting
and
transplanting,
pruning,
fertilization,
root
system
management,
common
problems,
tree
defenses,
and
lightning
protection.
Samples
of
tree
problems,
supplies,
and
tools
are
exhibited.
Required
more...
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203HRT422S
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01/08
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We
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5:30pm-7:30pm
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Cahilly
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NYBG
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Learn
how
to
design,
install,
and
maintain
conventional,
specialty
drip,
and
micro-drip
irrigation
systems.
Drip
systems
are
useful
for
rooftop
and
terrace
gardens,
planters,
raised
beds,
and
many
landscape
and
nursery
production
systems.
We
will
cover
basic
hydraulics
and
review
more...
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203HRT323
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01/09
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Th
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10:00am-4:30pm
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Dobossy
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NYBG
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Learn
the
basic
techniques
of
winter
tree
identification
using
dormant-season
characteristics.
Buds,
bark,
fruit,
and
growth
habits
on
deciduous
plants
as
well
as
unique
aspects
of
conifers
are
taught.
Specialized
techniques
and
tools
of
the
trade
are
discussed.
Dress
for
more...
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203HRT440
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01/09
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Th
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1:00pm-3:00pm
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Logan
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NYBG
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Graphics
are
essential
in
developing
and
communicating
your
design
ideas.
Practice
various
graphic
techniques
and
learn
how
to
organize
and
render
landscape
plans
on
paper
for
optimal
presentation
to
clients.
Work
with
a
range
of
drawing
materials
and
drafting
equipment.
more...
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203LAN311E
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01/09
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Th
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10:00am-1:00pm
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Einhorn
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NYBG
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Learn
how
to
nurture
the
soil
so
it
can
sustain
your
plants.
Go
beyond
basic
soil
chemistry,
by
understanding
the
ionic
exchange
capacities
of
soil,
as
well
as
how
a
soil's
pH
affects
what
nutrients
are
available
to
plants.
Explore
more...
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203HRT302A
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01/14
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Tu
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10:00am-1:00pm
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Lozefski
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NYBG
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As
urban
populations
expand
and
access
to
arable
land
and
potable
water
shrinks,
agri-entrepreneurs
are
turning
to
innovative
systems
to
grow
food
indoors
without
soil-aeroponics,
aquaponics,
and
hydroponics.
Three
NYC-based
experts—Kathleen
DeBrota,
Plant
Scientist
at
AeroFarms;
Yemi
Amu,
Co-Founder
and
more...
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203HRT155
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01/16
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Th
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6:15pm-8:15pm
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DeBrota
Amu
Horton
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MDTN
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Soil
is
a
dynamic,
living
organism
and
the
very
foundation
of
sustainable
horticulture
and
agriculture.
This
course
focuses
on
the
texture,
structure,
density,
and
color
of
different
soils
and
the
dynamic
relationship
that
exists
among
soil,
water,
and
plants.
Through
more...
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203HRT301P
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01/22
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We
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6:00pm-9:00pm
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Grossman
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NYBG
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Through
course
study
and
hands-on
pruning,
you
will
learn
the
best
tools,
techniques,
and
timing
to
use
when
you
prune
to
help
shrubs,
conifers,
broadleaves,
evergreens,
and
deciduous
plants
thrive.
Explore
how
woody
plant
structure
and
physiology
influence
pruning.
You'll
more...
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203HRT321P
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01/24
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Fr
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10:00am-1:00pm
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Logan
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NYBG
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Designed
for
students
who
want
a
user–friendly
introduction
to
plant
science,
this
course
surveys
the
major
groups
of
plants—flowering
plants,
conifers,
ferns,
and
bryophytes—focusing
on
plant
form
and
structure.
Learn
about
the
relationships
between
appearance
and
function,
ecology,
systematics,
and
more...
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203HRT300F
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01/25
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Sa
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10:30am-1:10pm
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Barnes
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NYBG
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Soil
is
a
dynamic,
living
organism
and
the
very
foundation
of
sustainable
horticulture
and
agriculture.
This
course
focuses
on
the
texture,
structure,
density,
and
color
of
different
soils
and
the
dynamic
relationship
that
exists
among
soil,
water,
and
plants.
Through
more...
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203HRT301C
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01/25
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Sa
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10:30am-1:30pm
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Paltseva
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NYBG
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Through
course
study
and
hands-on
pruning,
you
will
learn
the
best
tools,
techniques,
and
timing
to
use
when
you
prune
to
help
shrubs,
conifers,
broadleaves,
evergreens,
and
deciduous
plants
thrive.
Explore
how
woody
plant
structure
and
physiology
influence
pruning.
You'll
more...
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203HRT321E
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01/25
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Sa
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1:00pm-4:00pm
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Bishop
|
NYBG
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Mass
production
methods
for
growing
cannabis
differ
from
those
used
by
boutique
or
"craft"
growers.
Learn
best
practices
for
growing
in
a
greenhouse
or
outdoors,
and
examine
the
pros
and
cons
of
using
different
hydroponics
systems.
Discover
natural
ways
to
more...
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203HRT156
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01/26
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Su
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11:00am-2:00pm
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Crosson
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NYBG
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Learn
how
to
manage
annual
and
perennial
gardens
using
a
variety
of
in-season
and
post-season
maintenance
practices.
Topics
include
soil
and
weed
management,
watering,
basic
pest
identification
and
control,
and
seasonal
clean-up.
Develop
a
management
plan
for
a
small
perennial
more...
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203HRT344
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01/26
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Su
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10:00am-12:40pm
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Carsto
|
NYBG
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Soil
is
a
dynamic,
living
organism
and
the
very
foundation
of
sustainable
horticulture
and
agriculture.
This
course
focuses
on
the
texture,
structure,
density,
and
color
of
different
soils
and
the
dynamic
relationship
that
exists
among
soil,
water,
and
plants.
Through
more...
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203HRT301B
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01/27
|
Mo
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6:00pm-9:00pm
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Grossman
|
MDTN
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Learn
the
principles
and
techniques
of
plant
propagation
by
seed
and
cuttings.
Explore
the
basics
of
sexual
and
asexual
propagation,
with
attention
to
fruit
development,
seedling
production,
root
initiation,
stem
and
leaf
cuttings,
and
layering.
Materials
included.
Prerequisite:
Introduction
to
more...
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203HRT411A
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01/27
|
Mo
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10:30am-1:30pm
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Ruggiero
|
NYBG
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Through
lectures,
laboratories,
and
field
trips,
learn
how
to
work
with
plants
that
are
difficult
to
propagate
by
seed
or
cuttings.
Subjects
include
advanced
seed
propagation
and
techniques
of
grafting,
budding,
and
micro-propagation.
Learn
about
tissue
culture
at
the
Garden's
more...
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203HRT412S
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01/27
|
Mo
|
5:00pm-8:00pm
|
Weinstein
|
NYBG
|
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Learn
the
principles
and
techniques
of
plant
propagation
by
seed
and
cuttings.
Explore
the
basics
of
sexual
and
asexual
propagation,
with
attention
to
fruit
development,
seedling
production,
root
initiation,
stem
and
leaf
cuttings,
and
layering.
Materials
included.
Prerequisite:
Introduction
to
more...
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203HRT411B
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01/28
|
Tu
|
1:30pm-4:30pm
|
Ruggiero
|
NYBG
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Through
lectures,
laboratories,
and
field
trips,
learn
how
to
work
with
plants
that
are
difficult
to
propagate
by
seed
or
cuttings.
Subjects
include
advanced
seed
propagation
and
techniques
of
grafting,
budding,
and
micro-propagation.
Learn
about
tissue
culture
at
the
Garden's
more...
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203HRT412A
|
01/28
|
Tu
|
5:00pm-8:00pm
|
Weinstein
|
NYBG
|
February
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The
American
Society
for
Horticultural
Science
(ASHS)
offers
a
national
credential
validating
the
knowledge
and
skills
of
practitioners
in
the
horticulture
industry.
The
exam
assesses
performance
in
35
tasks
in
seven
major
categories
of
horticultural
practice.
The
application
deadline
is
more...
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203HRT148
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02/01
|
Sa
|
9:00am-1:00pm
|
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NYBG
|
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Designed
for
students
who
want
a
user–friendly
introduction
to
plant
science,
this
course
surveys
the
major
groups
of
plants—flowering
plants,
conifers,
ferns,
and
bryophytes—focusing
on
plant
form
and
structure.
Learn
about
the
relationships
between
appearance
and
function,
ecology,
systematics,
and
more...
|
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203HRT300G
|
02/01
|
Sa
|
10:00am-12:40pm
|
Satch
|
MDTN
|
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Whether
you
are
a
budding
arborist
or
weekend
woodcutter,
knowing
how
to
use
your
chainsaw
safely
and
maintain
it
properly
are
keys
to
success.
This
lecture-demonstration
course
by
an
ISA-certified
arborist
teaches
you
the
basics
of
chainsaw
use
and
care,
more...
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203HRT308
|
02/02
|
Su
|
9:00am-3:30pm
|
Picciano
|
NYBG
|
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Hydroponics
is
a
different
way
to
think
about
and
cultivate
plants,
and
it
is
known
for
beautiful
and
fast
growth.
This
course
covers
hydroponic
basics,
including
system
types,
soilless
nutrition,
and
crop
selection.
Focus
will
be
on
home-scale
systems,
though
more...
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203HRT141
|
02/04
|
Tu
|
6:15pm-8:15pm
|
Kutz
Lodvikov
|
MDTN
|
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Designed
for
students
who
want
a
user–friendly
introduction
to
plant
science,
this
course
surveys
the
major
groups
of
plants—flowering
plants,
conifers,
ferns,
and
bryophytes—focusing
on
plant
form
and
structure.
Learn
about
the
relationships
between
appearance
and
function,
ecology,
systematics,
and
more...
|
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203HRT300H
|
02/04
|
Tu
|
10:00am-12:40pm
|
Kutos
|
NYBG
|
|
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Soil
is
a
dynamic,
living
organism
and
the
very
foundation
of
sustainable
horticulture
and
agriculture.
This
course
focuses
on
the
texture,
structure,
density,
and
color
of
different
soils
and
the
dynamic
relationship
that
exists
among
soil,
water,
and
plants.
Through
more...
|
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203HRT301S
|
02/05
|
We
|
10:00am-1:00pm
|
Lozefski
|
NYBG
|
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Learn
the
identification,
classification,
and
landscape
use
of
native
and
non-native
conifers
that
thrive
in
the
northeastern
United
States.
Major
plant
groups
studied
include
Chamaecyparis,
Picea,
and
Pinus.
Gain
a
working
knowledge
of
the
best
species
and
cultivars
of
conifers
more...
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203HRT333B
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02/05
|
We
|
2:00pm-4:00pm
|
Ruggiero
|
NYBG
|
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Join
the
cut
flower
farming
revolution!
Discover
the
basics
of
how
to
design,
plant,
grow,
and
harvest
a
cutting
garden
that
will
be
productive
throughout
the
seasons.
You'll
get
hands-on
practice
starting
seeds
to
ensure
you
always
have
something
fresh
more...
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203HRT142
|
02/06
|
Th
|
6:15pm-8:15pm
|
Breyer
|
MDTN
|
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Through
course
study
and
hands-on
pruning,
you
will
learn
the
best
tools,
techniques,
and
timing
to
use
when
you
prune
to
help
shrubs,
conifers,
broadleaves,
evergreens,
and
deciduous
plants
thrive.
Explore
how
woody
plant
structure
and
physiology
influence
pruning.
You'll
more...
|
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203HRT321S
|
02/06
|
Th
|
1:00pm-4:00pm
|
Logan
|
NYBG
|
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Discover
the
details
of
making
a
landscaping
business
work.
Explore
the
type
of
business
to
create:
design,
installation,
construction,
maintenance,
estimating
or
some
combination.
Learn
about
legal
requirements,
advertising,
customer
relations,
and
human
resources.
Discuss
the
monetary
aspects:
start-up
costs,
more...
|
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203HRT349
|
02/07
|
Fr
|
10:00am-1:20pm
|
Petrow
|
NYBG
|
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Learn
the
fundamental
principles
of
design
in
this
studio-oriented
course,
including
site
analysis,
schematic
and
finished
planting
plans,
and
various
garden
styles.
Study
the
effective
use
of
color
when
selecting
specific
garden
plants
and
learn
various
color
schemes
such
as
more...
|
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203HRT551A
|
02/24
|
Mo
|
6:15pm-9:05pm
|
McKillop
|
NYBG
|
|
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Examine
the
most
important
factors
in
the
management
and
maintenance
of
commercial
and
residential
landscapes
using
sustainable
techniques.
Learn
to
develop
programs
that
reduce
adverse
effects
on
the
environment,
including
alternative
approaches
to
conventional
lawn
management.
Focus
on
how
to
more...
|
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203HRT443P
|
02/27
|
Th
|
4:30pm-7:00pm
|
Laswell
|
NYBG
|
March
|
|
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Learn
the
basic
techniques
of
landscape
gardening,
with
an
emphasis
on
ecologically
appropriate
practices.
Topics
include
soil
preparation,
efficient
water
and
fertilization
practices,
planting
and
transplanting,
cultivation
techniques,
and
maintaining
healthy
plants.
Wear
sturdy
shoes,
and
come
prepared
to
work
more...
|
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203HRT311P
|
03/10
|
Tu
|
4:30pm-7:30pm
|
Weinstein
|
NYBG
|
|
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This
course
is
designed
for
horticulturists,
gardeners,
or
designers
who
want
to
learn
to
identify
and
classify
familiar
and
unusual
spring-,
summer-,
and
autumn-flowering
bulbs.
We
will
also
focus
on
understanding
their
biology.
Prerequisite:
Introduction
to
Plant
Science
Materials
Assorted
more...
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203HRT342A
|
03/11
|
We
|
4:00pm-6:00pm
|
McDowell
|
NYBG
|
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203HRT342S
|
03/12
|
Th
|
4:30pm-6:30pm
|
Hagen
|
NYBG
|
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Award-winning
Caribbean-American
writer
Jamaica
Kincaid
is
best
known
for
her
evocative
portrayals
of
family
relationships,
interwoven
with
themes
of
the
colonial
legacy,
gender,
race,
and
class.
But
she
is
also
a
passionate
and
perceptive
gardener,
who
has
expanded
the
scope
more...
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203HRT840
|
03/13
|
Fr
|
11:00am-12:30pm
|
Kincaid
Jewell
|
NYBG
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Learn
how
trees
survive
the
many
perils
of
the
urban
environment.
Soil
compaction,
construction
damage,
and
land
development
practices
can
lead
to
tree
decline
and
early
mortality
in
trees.
Examine
the
biology
of
trees,
and
learn
how
they
respond
to
more...
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203HRT426
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03/21
|
Sa
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11:00am-2:00pm
|
Picciano
|
NYBG
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This
course
is
designed
for
horticulturists
who
maintain
or
direct
the
maintenance
of
outdoor
landscapes.
We'll
review
methods
of
calculating
areas,
application
rates
for
fertilizers,
and
amounts
of
soil
amendments
during
the
first
session,
and
analyze
a
set
of
homework
more...
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203HRT356
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03/23
|
Mo
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4:30pm-6:30pm
|
Weinstein
|
NYBG
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Soil
is
a
dynamic,
living
organism
and
the
very
foundation
of
sustainable
horticulture
and
agriculture.
This
course
focuses
on
the
texture,
structure,
density,
and
color
of
different
soils
and
the
dynamic
relationship
that
exists
among
soil,
water,
and
plants.
Through
more...
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203HRT301E
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03/24
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Tu
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10:30am-1:30pm
|
Paltseva
|
NYBG
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Plantsman
extraordinaire
Sean
Hogan
has
nurtured
a
thriving
horticulture
community
in
the
Pacific
Northwest,
altering
that
region's
perspective
about
plants,
as
well
as
long-held
ideas
across
the
U.S.
and
Europe.
Hogan's
former
home-a
"garden
with
house
attached"
squeezed
onto
a
more...
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203GAR801D
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03/26
|
Th
|
10:00am-11:30am
|
Hogan
|
NYBG
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Examine
the
use
of
plants
in
the
landscape
with
an
emphasis
on
choosing
the
right
plant
for
the
right
place,
based
on
site-specific
design
and
maintenance
criteria.
Learn
aspects
of
special
landscape
values
such
as
size,
texture,
color,
and
flowering
more...
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203HRT358D
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03/28
|
Sa
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10:30am-1:10pm
|
D'Antonio
|
NYBG
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