Certificate Track 3 - Arboriculture
September
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Landscape Plants: Fall Trees and ShrubsExplore how to identify and use major groups of shade trees and shrubs native to and hardy in our region, including Acer, Quercus, and Viburnum, which are particularly ornamental in fall. | |||||
261HRT331A | 09/06 | Sa | 11:00am-2:00pm | Nolan | 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... | |||||
261HRT302BO | 09/08 | Mo | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Bulpitt | ONLINE |
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Tree Climbing for ArboristsDesigned for people interested in arboriculture, this course will help students develop their climbing skills. Learn techniques such as rope setting, knot tying, body thrusting, doublecrotching, foot locking, and limb walking. Taught on Garden grounds, this class offers expert instruction more... | |||||
261HRT304B | 09/13 | Sa | 10:00am-3:30pm | Vitagliano Davila | 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. | |||||
261HRT300GO | 09/17 | We | 10:00am-12:30pm | Kutos | 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 lectures more... | |||||
261HRT301C | 09/17 | We | 11:00am-2:00pm | Lozefski | NYBG | |
261HRT301DO | 09/17 | We | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Bulpitt | ONLINE |
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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. | |||||
261HRT422 | 09/17 | We | 4:00pm-6:00pm | Hall | 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. | |||||
261HRT300HO | 09/27 | Sa | 10:30am-12:45pm | Simeone | ONLINE | |
261HRT300JO | 09/29 | Mo | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Bakis | ONLINE |
October
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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. | |||||
262HRT300AO | 10/01 | We | 11:00am-1:00pm | O'Brien | ONLINE | |
262HRT300B | 10/05 | Su | 10:00am-12:00pm | Halane | NYBG |
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Landscape Plants: Fall Trees and ShrubsExplore how to identify and use major groups of shade trees and shrubs native to and hardy in our region, including Acer, Quercus, and Viburnum, which are particularly ornamental in fall. | |||||
262HRT331BBL | 10/05 | Su | 6:00pm-8:00pm | McLaughlin | BLENDED | |
262HRT331C | 10/09 | Th | 10:00am-1:00pm | Nolan | 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... | |||||
262HRT481 | 10/16 | Th | 10:30am-1:30pm | Kokinchak | NYBG |
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Landscape Plants: Fall Trees and ShrubsExplore how to identify and use major groups of shade trees and shrubs native to and hardy in our region, including Acer, Quercus, and Viburnum, which are particularly ornamental in fall. | |||||
262HRT331D | 10/19 | Su | 1:00pm-4:00pm | Ruggiero | NYBG |
November
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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. | |||||
262HRT300CO | 11/03 | Mo | 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 lectures more... | |||||
262HRT301A | 11/03 | Mo | 2:00pm-5:00pm | Cheng | 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... | |||||
262HRT321A | 11/18 | Tu | 10:00am-2:00pm | Logan | NYBG |
January
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Winter Tree IdentificationLearn basic winter tree identification using dormant-season characteristics of deciduous plants as well as conifers. Dress for the weather. | |||||
263HRT440A | 01/04 | Su | 1:00pm-3:00pm | Vitagliano | NYBG |
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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 lectures more... | |||||
263HRT301B | 01/07 | We | 2:00pm-5:00pm | Cheng | NYBG |
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Chainsaws: Use, Safety, and MaintenanceWhether 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... | |||||
263HRT308 | 01/10 | Sa | 10:00am-4:00pm | Vitagliano | 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. | |||||
263HRT300DO | 01/13 | Tu | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Bakis | 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... | |||||
263HRT321C | 01/14 | We | 10:00am-1:00pm | Cheng | 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. | |||||
263HRT300EO | 01/24 | Sa | 10:00am-12:00pm | Alvarez | 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... | |||||
263HRT321D | 01/24 | Sa | 1:00pm-4:00pm | Turner | NYBG |
February
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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. | |||||
263HRT300FO | 02/03 | Tu | 10:00am-12:00pm | Day | ONLINE |
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Winter Tree IdentificationLearn basic winter tree identification using dormant-season characteristics of deciduous plants as well as conifers. Dress for the weather. | |||||
263HRT440B | 02/03 | Tu | 1:00pm-3:00pm | Logan | NYBG |
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Landscape Plants: ConifersLearn to identify, classify, and use the best regional native and non-native conifers for naturalistic and formal landscape designs. | |||||
263HRT333 | 02/05 | Th | 10:00am-12:00pm | Ruggiero | 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. | |||||
263HRT300GO | 02/18 | We | 6:00pm-8:00pm | O'Brien | 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... | |||||
263HRT321E | 02/21 | Sa | 1:00pm-4:00pm | Bishop | NYBG |
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Urban Tree CareSoil compaction, construction damage, and land development practices can lead to tree decline and early tree mortality. Examine the biology of trees, and learn how they respond to changes in the urban environment. Explore techniques for assessing and preserving tree more... | |||||
263HRT426 | 02/28 | Sa | 11:00am-2:00pm | Finley | NYBG |
March
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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. | |||||
263HRT300H | 03/01 | Su | 11:00am-1:00pm | Halane | NYBG | |
263HRT300JO | 03/16 | Mo | 10:30am-12:30pm | Day | ONLINE |
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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... | |||||
263HRT302 | 03/25 | We | 11:00am-2:00pm | Lozefski | NYBG |