Certificate Track 4 - Sustainable Garden Design
April
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Landscape Plants: Spring Trees and ShrubsLearn the identification, classification, and landscape use of spring-flowering trees and shrubs. Major plant groups include Magnolia, Malus, Prunus, Viburnum,and other genera, which are particularly ornamental in spring. The class goes out on the grounds rain or shine. Prerequisite: Introduction more... | |||||
254HRT334A | 04/04 | Fr | 10:00am-1:00pm |
Gonzalez
| NYBG | |
254HRT334B | 04/09 | We | 10:30am-1:30pm |
Himmelman
| NYBG | |
254HRT334C | 04/13 | Su | 9:00am-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. | |||||
254HRT300AO | 04/15 | Tu | 10:30am-12:30pm |
Barr
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Plants for LandscapingChoose the right plant for the right place, based on site-specific design and maintenance criteria. Learn landscape values such as size, texture, color, and flowering and fruiting seasons. Review trees, shrubs, groundcovers, annuals, and perennials suitable for this region. | |||||
254HRT358A | 04/16 | We | 11:00am-1:40pm |
Ruggiero
| NYBG | |
254HRT358B | 04/19 | Sa | 10:00am-12:40pm |
D'Antonio
| NYBG |
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Landscape Design HistoryExplore theories, traditions, and principles that have shaped the design of landscapes from antiquity to the present, through visual presentations, assigned readings, projects, and classroom discussion. | |||||
254LAN301AO | 04/23 | We | 10:30am-1:30pm |
Capps Sarathy
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Landscape Plants: Spring Trees and ShrubsLearn the identification, classification, and landscape use of spring-flowering trees and shrubs. Major plant groups include Magnolia, Malus, Prunus, Viburnum,and other genera, which are particularly ornamental in spring. The class goes out on the grounds rain or shine. Prerequisite: Introduction more... | |||||
254HRT334D | 04/26 | Sa | 10:00am-1:00pm |
Nolan
| NYBG | |
254HRT334E | 04/27 | Su | 9:00am-1:00pm |
McLaughlin
| 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. | |||||
254HRT300BO | 04/28 | Mo | 6:00pm-8:00pm |
Bakis
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Sustainable Garden CareExplore how to create a healthy garden while supporting biodiversity and conserving resources. We'll discuss ways to minimize water usage, effectively handle stormwater, create a healthy soil food web, and use non-toxic alternatives to maintain optimal plant health. | |||||
254HRT395 | 04/30 | We | 11:00am-1:00pm |
Barrie
| NYBG |
May
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Landscape Plants: Spring PerennialsThis course is designed for horticulturists and gardeners who are familiar with the basic culture of perennials. Learn the identifying characteristics, classification, scientific and common names, and landscape uses of approximately 60 spring-blooming perennials. Please dress appropriately for outdoors. Prerequisite: more... | |||||
254HRT336A | 05/06 | Tu | 10:00am-1:00pm |
Nolan
| 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. | |||||
254HRT300C | 05/07 | We | 5:00pm-7:00pm |
Finley
| NYBG |
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Graphics IGraphics are essential in developing and communicating your ideas. Practice various graphic techniques on a range of materials and equipment and learn how to organize and render landscape plans on paper for optimal presentation to clients. Homework is required. | |||||
254LAN311BO | 05/07 | We | 5:00pm-8:00pm |
Poccia
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Landscape Plants: Spring PerennialsThis course is designed for horticulturists and gardeners who are familiar with the basic culture of perennials. Learn the identifying characteristics, classification, scientific and common names, and landscape uses of approximately 60 spring-blooming perennials. Please dress appropriately for outdoors. Prerequisite: more... | |||||
254HRT336B | 05/08 | Th | 10:00am-1:00pm |
Ruggiero
| NYBG |
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Plants for LandscapingChoose the right plant for the right place, based on site-specific design and maintenance criteria. Learn landscape values such as size, texture, color, and flowering and fruiting seasons. Review trees, shrubs, groundcovers, annuals, and perennials suitable for this region. | |||||
254HRT358D | 05/16 | Fr | 10:00am-12:40pm |
Simeone
| 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... | |||||
254HRT301AO | 05/27 | Tu | 6:00pm-8:00pm |
Bulpitt
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Plant CommunitiesFundamentally change the way you view natural landscapes by learning about the complex factors that inform which plants grow in what combinations. Understanding how and why these plant communities form will help you design beautiful landscapes that are more resilient, more... | |||||
254HRT353BL | 05/28 | We | 6:00pm-7:30pm |
Schuler
| BLENDED |
June
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Plants for LandscapingChoose the right plant for the right place, based on site-specific design and maintenance criteria. Learn landscape values such as size, texture, color, and flowering and fruiting seasons. Review trees, shrubs, groundcovers, annuals, and perennials suitable for this region. | |||||
254HRT358E | 06/14 | Sa | 10:00am-12:40pm |
D'Antonio
| NYBG |
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Graphics IGraphics are essential in developing and communicating your ideas. Practice various graphic techniques on a range of materials and equipment and learn how to organize and render landscape plans on paper for optimal presentation to clients. Homework is required. | |||||
254LAN311CO | 06/14 | Sa | 10:00am-1:00pm |
Miller
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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. | |||||
254HRT300DO | 06/22 | Su | 10:00am-12:00pm |
Simeone
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Landscape Plants: AnnualsBecome familiar with the identification, culture, and landscape use of annuals and select tender perennials. Review major groups of common species as well as more unusual types. Learn how to choose low-maintenance plants, and review the scientific and common names more... | |||||
254HRT341 | 06/28 | Sa | 11:00am-1:00pm |
Ruggiero
| NYBG |
July
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Plants for LandscapingChoose the right plant for the right place, based on site-specific design and maintenance criteria. Learn landscape values such as size, texture, color, and flowering and fruiting seasons. Review trees, shrubs, groundcovers, annuals, and perennials suitable for this region. | |||||
261HRT358A | 07/01 | Tu | 10:00am-12:40pm |
Nolan
| 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. | |||||
261HRT300E | 07/10 | Th | 6:00pm-8:00pm |
Halane
| NYBG |
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Plants for LandscapingChoose the right plant for the right place, based on site-specific design and maintenance criteria. Learn landscape values such as size, texture, color, and flowering and fruiting seasons. Review trees, shrubs, groundcovers, annuals, and perennials suitable for this region. | |||||
261HRT358 | 07/14 | Mo | 1:00pm-4:00pm |
Ruggiero
| 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... | |||||
261HRT301B | 07/16 | We | 11:00am-2:00pm |
Lozefski
| NYBG |
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Plants for LandscapingChoose the right plant for the right place, based on site-specific design and maintenance criteria. Learn landscape values such as size, texture, color, and flowering and fruiting seasons. Review trees, shrubs, groundcovers, annuals, and perennials suitable for this region. | |||||
261HRT358D | 07/28 | Mo | 9:00am-12:00pm |
Ruggiero
| NYBG |
August
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Graphics IGraphics are essential in developing and communicating your ideas. Practice various graphic techniques on a range of materials and equipment and learn how to organize and render landscape plans on paper for optimal presentation to clients. Homework is required. | |||||
261LAN311DO | 08/04 | Mo | 10:00am-1:00pm |
Poccia
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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. | |||||
261HRT300FO | 08/11 | Mo | 6:00pm-8:00pm |
Thomson
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Plants for LandscapingChoose the right plant for the right place, based on site-specific design and maintenance criteria. Learn landscape values such as size, texture, color, and flowering and fruiting seasons. Review trees, shrubs, groundcovers, annuals, and perennials suitable for this region. | |||||
261HRT358B | 08/20 | We | 1:00pm-3:40pm |
Tyson-Strait
| NYBG |
September
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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 | 09/10 | We | 10:30am-12:30pm |
Day
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Plant CommunitiesFundamentally change the way you view natural landscapes by learning about the complex factors that inform which plants grow in what combinations. Understanding how and why these plant communities form will help you design beautiful landscapes that are more resilient, more... | |||||
261HRT353BBL | 09/10 | We | 6:00pm-7:30pm |
Schuler
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Plants for LandscapingChoose the right plant for the right place, based on site-specific design and maintenance criteria. Learn landscape values such as size, texture, color, and flowering and fruiting seasons. Review trees, shrubs, groundcovers, annuals, and perennials suitable for this region. | |||||
261HRT358C | 09/13 | Sa | 10:00am-12:40pm |
D'Antonio
| NYBG |
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Landscape Design HistoryExplore theories, traditions, and principles that have shaped the design of landscapes from antiquity to the present, through visual presentations, assigned readings, projects, and classroom discussion. | |||||
261LAN301BO | 09/15 | Mo | 10:30am-1:30pm |
Merritt
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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
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Graphics IGraphics are essential in developing and communicating your ideas. Practice various graphic techniques on a range of materials and equipment and learn how to organize and render landscape plans on paper for optimal presentation to clients. Homework is required. | |||||
261LAN311EO | 09/20 | Sa | 10:00am-1:00pm |
Miller
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