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Certificate Track 2 - Sustainable Landscape Management
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Introduction to Plant ScienceThis user-friendly intro course surveys the major plant groups--flowering plants, conifers, ferns, and bryophytes--focusing on their form and structure. Become botanically literate and gain practical experience in dissecting and analyzing plant structures. | |||||
| 271HRT300DO | 08/11 | Tu | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Thomson | ONLINE | |
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Introduction to Plant ScienceThis user-friendly intro course surveys the major plant groups--flowering plants, conifers, ferns, and bryophytes--focusing on their form and structure. Become botanically literate and gain practical experience in dissecting and analyzing plant structures. | |||||
| 271HRT300EO | 09/23 | We | 10:30am-12:30pm | Barr | ONLINE | |
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Soil Science I: Physical PropertiesSoil 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... | |||||
| 271HRT301B | 09/23 | We | 11:00am-2:00pm | Lozefski | NYBG | |
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Tree ManagementExplore 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. | |||||
| 271HRT422 | 09/30 | We | 5:00pm-7:00pm | Hall | NYBG | |
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Landscape ManagementExamine sustainable techniques for managing and maintaining commercial and residential landscapes. Develop programs that reduce adverse effects on the environment, including alternative approaches to conventional lawn management. | |||||
| 272HRT443BL | 10/06 | Tu | 4:30pm-7:30pm | Laswell | BLENDED | |
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Introduction to Plant ScienceThis user-friendly intro course surveys the major plant groups--flowering plants, conifers, ferns, and bryophytes--focusing on their form and structure. Become botanically literate and gain practical experience in dissecting and analyzing plant structures. | |||||
| 272HRT300AO | 10/14 | We | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Simeone | ONLINE | |
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Invasive Weed Identification & ManagementStudents will be introduced to the topics of invasion biology and weed management and their related terminology. Approximately 60 invasive or weed species common throughout the northeast region of the United States will be presented, with a focus on woody more... | |||||
| 272HRT482 | 10/17 | Sa | 1:00pm-4:00pm | Kirk | NYBG | |
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Disease Identification and ManagementLearn common diseases of woody and herbaceous ornamentals and turfgrass, and the cultural, biological, and least-toxic strategies for their control.Note: This class is a requirement in NYBG's Horiculture Certificate Program, Tracks 1, 2, & 3. It is not the same more... | |||||
| 272HRT481 | 10/21 | We | 10:30am-1:30pm | Kokinchak | NYBG | |
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Introduction to Plant ScienceThis user-friendly intro course surveys the major plant groups--flowering plants, conifers, ferns, and bryophytes--focusing on their form and structure. Become botanically literate and gain practical experience in dissecting and analyzing plant structures. | |||||
| 272HRT300FO | 10/26 | Mo | 10:30am-12:30pm | Day | ONLINE | |
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Pruning Principles and PracticesThrough classwork and hands-on practice, develop pruning tools and techniques to help shrubs, conifers, broadleaves, evergreens, and deciduous plants thrive. Explore how woody plant structure and physiology influence pruning. Learn how to create and maintain hedges and explore authentic pollarding more... | |||||
| 272HRT321B | 11/01 | Su | 10:00am-1:00pm | Hofman | NYBG | |
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Basic Design and Installation of Irrigation SystemsLearn 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... | |||||
| 272HRT323A | 11/05 | Th | 10:00am-4:30pm | Elmers | NYBG | |
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Introduction to Plant ScienceThis user-friendly intro course surveys the major plant groups--flowering plants, conifers, ferns, and bryophytes--focusing on their form and structure. Become botanically literate and gain practical experience in dissecting and analyzing plant structures. | |||||
| 273HRT300BO | 01/05 | Tu | 10:00am-12:00pm | Day | ONLINE | |
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Soil Science I: Physical PropertiesSoil 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... | |||||
| 273HRT301 | 01/06 | We | 4:30pm-7:30pm | Simeone | NYBG | |
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EstimatingLearn how accurately estimating landscape materials, labor, overhead, and contingencies can help you stay profitable and compete successfully in today's business climate. | |||||
| 273LAN380A | 01/06 | We | 10:00am-12:15pm | Zavaglia | NYBG | |
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Basic Design and Installation of Irrigation SystemsLearn 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... | |||||
| 273HRT323B | 01/21 | Th | 10:00am-4:30pm | Dobossy | NYBG | |
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Introduction to Plant ScienceThis user-friendly intro course surveys the major plant groups--flowering plants, conifers, ferns, and bryophytes--focusing on their form and structure. Become botanically literate and gain practical experience in dissecting and analyzing plant structures. | |||||
| 273HRT300C | 01/23 | Sa | 10:30am-12:30pm | Alvarez | NYBG | |
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Pruning Principles and PracticesThrough classwork and hands-on practice, develop pruning tools and techniques to help shrubs, conifers, broadleaves, evergreens, and deciduous plants thrive. Explore how woody plant structure and physiology influence pruning. Learn how to create and maintain hedges and explore authentic pollarding more... | |||||
| 273HRT321 | 01/23 | Sa | 10:00am-1:00pm | Turner | NYBG | |
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Introduction to Plant ScienceThis user-friendly intro course surveys the major plant groups--flowering plants, conifers, ferns, and bryophytes--focusing on their form and structure. Become botanically literate and gain practical experience in dissecting and analyzing plant structures. | |||||
| 273HRT300DO | 02/22 | Mo | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Bakis | ONLINE | |
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Introduction to Plant ScienceThis user-friendly intro course surveys the major plant groups--flowering plants, conifers, ferns, and bryophytes--focusing on their form and structure. Become botanically literate and gain practical experience in dissecting and analyzing plant structures. | |||||
| 273HRT300EO | 03/04 | Th | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Halane | ONLINE | |
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EstimatingLearn how accurately estimating landscape materials, labor, overhead, and contingencies can help you stay profitable and compete successfully in today's business climate. | |||||
| 273LAN380B | 03/16 | Tu | 5:00pm-8:00pm | Zavaglia | NYBG | |
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Soil Science II: Chemistry and NutritionGo beyond basic soil chemistry and examine how a soil's pH affects what nutrients are available to plants. Explore the ionic exchange capacities of soil, the complex nitrogen cycle, and the effects of composted soil amendments and fertilizers. Discover how more... | |||||
| 273HRT302 | 03/31 | We | 11:00am-2:00pm | Lozefski | NYBG | |
