The need to develop, preserve, and protect our open spaces and environmental and cultural resources has never been greater. NYBG's engaging program gives you a solid, plant-focused foundation along with the skills and confidence to pursue your passion. What's more, the Garden offers 250 inspiring acres of sustainable, functional landscapes for up-close, in-depth study. Take a single course for fun or pursue a professional certificate in Landscape Design.
Click here for an overview of the certificate program.
April
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Create visually compelling print and digital portfolios to present to potential clients. Learn how to develop professional documentation for a variety of audiences through in-class design charrettes and individualized projects.
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264LAN5550
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04/15
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We
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11:00am-1:10pm
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Phaosawasdi
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ONLINE
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Precise field measurement is the crucial first step in landscape design. Learn how to properly use automatic levels, tapes, and survey instruments. Topics will include accurately measuring distances, differences in elevation, and angles. Dress for the weather.
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264LAN340A
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04/17
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Fr
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11:00am-2:00pm
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Gillman
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NYBG
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Learn
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...
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264HRT334D
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04/21
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Tu
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5:00pm-8:00pm
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Gonzalez
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NYBG
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Turning a vision into a plan is the designer's first challenge. Analyze landscapes, formulate the requirements of a design project and then translate them into schematic design solutions. Take part in class discussions and critiques, and present projects.
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264LAN401
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04/27
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Mo
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6:00pm-9:00pm
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Thomson
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NYBG
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Native
landscape
design
takes
conventional
landscape
design
to
another
level-providing
ecological
support
and
increasing
ecosystem
health.
In
this
class,
you'll
learn
ecological
landscape
design
principles
that
incorporate
regional
native
plants,
resulting
in
healthier
ecosystems
as
well
as
improved
benefits
for
more...
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264LAN134O
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04/29
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We
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6:00pm-8:00pm
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Eierman, EcoBeneficial
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ONLINE
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May
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Graphics 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.
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264LAN311A
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05/06
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We
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5:00pm-8:00pm
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Poccia
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NYBG
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Apply basic design to site-specific problems, focusing on the process of design development. Start with a concept, then progress through the schematic phase to a preliminary design solution. Examine the relationships of landscape elements and materials to the design process.
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264LAN402A
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05/14
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Th
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6:00pm-9:00pm
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Bray
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NYBG
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Choose 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.
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264HRT358C
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05/16
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Sa
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10:00am-12:40pm
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Simeone
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NYBG
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Gain
an
introduction
to
the
terminology,
concepts,
and
basic
principles
of
landscape
design
through
lectures
and
simple
two-dimensional
exercises.
This
course
is
recommended
for
students
with
little
or
no
background
in
design
who
want
to
design
for
their
own
home
more...
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264LAN100BO
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05/30
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Sa
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10:00am-12:00pm
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Tryba
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ONLINE
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Explore 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.
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264LAN301AO
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05/30
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Sa
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10:00am-1:00pm
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Merritt
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ONLINE
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June
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Draw
upon
all
of
the
skills
you've
developed
in
NYBG's
landscape
design
program
to
create
a
full
residential
project
from
start
to
finish,
using
actual
examples
from
properties
and/or
clients.
You'll
combine
design
with
construction
principles
as
you
learn
about
more...
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264LAN520
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06/01
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Mo
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6:00pm-9:00pm
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Patchowsky
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NYBG
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Survey
the
modern
green
and
biophilic
hospital
design
movement
as
well
as
the
myriad
benefits
of
green
spaces
within
a
clinical
environment,
for
families
and
caregivers
alike.
You'll
review
the
architectural
history
of
the
hospital—from
the
basilica
through
Frank
Lloyd
more...
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264WEL212O
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06/25
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Th
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6:00pm-7:00pm
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Morrison
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ONLINE
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July
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In
five
weeks,
earn
25%
of
the
course
hours
required
for
the
NYBG
Certificate
in
Landscape
Design.
Including
interactive
classes
with
top
landscape
architects,
designers,
and
guest
lecturers;
trips
to
historic
sites;
and
the
Garden's
incomparable
resources,
this
summer
program
more...
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271LAN960
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07/06
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Mo
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9:00am-5:00pm
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Merritt
Poccia
Arrington
Nolan
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NYBG
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August
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Graphics 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.
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271LAN311BBL
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08/03
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Mo
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10:00am-1:00pm
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Poccia
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BLENDED
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Gain
an
introduction
to
the
terminology,
concepts,
and
basic
principles
of
landscape
design
through
lectures
and
simple
two-dimensional
exercises.
This
course
is
recommended
for
students
with
little
or
no
background
in
design
who
want
to
design
for
their
own
home
more...
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271LAN100CO
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08/05
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We
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6:00pm-8:00pm
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Beyers
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ONLINE
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Choose 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.
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271HRT358D
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08/12
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We
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10:00am-12:40pm
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Tyson-Strait
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NYBG
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271HRT358FBL
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08/22
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Sa
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1:00pm-3:40pm
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Simeone
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BLENDED
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September
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Apply basic design to site-specific problems, focusing on the process of design development. Start with a concept, then progress through the schematic phase to a preliminary design solution. Examine the relationships of landscape elements and materials to the design process.
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271LAN402B
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09/08
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Tu
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6:00pm-9:00pm
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Bray
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NYBG
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Learn the various tools and applications of this software package for landscape designers. Topics include: developing base plans from surveys, techniques for quick estimates, and utilizing the online plant database. Basic computer skills and PC laptop required.
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271LAN427
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09/10
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Th
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5:00pm-8:00pm
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Poccia
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NYBG
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Gain
an
introduction
to
the
terminology,
concepts,
and
basic
principles
of
landscape
design
through
lectures
and
simple
two-dimensional
exercises.
This
course
is
recommended
for
students
with
little
or
no
background
in
design
who
want
to
design
for
their
own
home
more...
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271LAN100DO
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09/15
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Tu
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6:00pm-8:00pm
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Beyers
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ONLINE
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Choose 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.
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271HRT358E
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09/16
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We
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2:00pm-4:40pm
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Tyson-Strait
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NYBG
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Graphics 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.
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271LAN311CBL
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09/16
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We
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6:00pm-9:00pm
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Blake
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BLENDED
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Study
how
to
effectively
organize
and
operate
a
small
landscape
business
that
will
sustain
itself
and
earn
a
profit.
Learn
how
to
attract
new
clients,
position
oneself
in
a
crowded
market,
and
choose
the
right
type
of
business
model.
Gain
more...
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271LAN457O
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09/16
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We
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10:00am-12:00pm
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Zavaglia
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ONLINE
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Explore 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.
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271HRT331A
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09/17
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Th
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2:00pm-5:00pm
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Nolan
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NYBG
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Precise field measurement is the crucial first step in landscape design. Learn how to properly use automatic levels, tapes, and survey instruments. Topics will include accurately measuring distances, differences in elevation, and angles. Dress for the weather.
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271LAN340B
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09/18
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Fr
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10:00am-1:00pm
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Gillman
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NYBG
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Through
a
series
of
design
assignments,
prepare
a
variety
of
planting
plans
that
are
practical,
appropriate,
and
aesthetically
satisfying.
Explore
the
significance
of
site
conditions
as
well
as
plant
form,
text,
color,
and
ecological
associations.
Recommended
courses
to
take
prior:
more...
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271LAN403BL
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09/23
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We
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6:00pm-9:00pm
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Rosiello
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BLENDED
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Survey
photographs
from
dozens
of
eye-catching
gardens
to
discover
how
to
combine
different
plant
species
using
the
basic
criteria
of
form,
color,
texture,
and
height.
We
will
discuss
how
seasonality,
a
garden's
location,
and
a
plant's
native
habitat
should
all
more...
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271LAN234O
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09/26
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Sa
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10:00am-12:00pm
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Johnsen
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ONLINE
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Explore 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.
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271LAN301BO
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09/28
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Mo
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10:00am-1:00pm
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Capps Sarathy
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ONLINE
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