The NYBG Landscape Design Certificate Program prepares students for creative careers as landscape designers. Outstanding instructors who are working professionals cover every step of the design process, from landscape history to site analysis and design development, is covered. This interactive program enables you to take on a spectrum of projects from simple to complex and also to offer complete landscape design services.
Click here for an overview of the required classes.
April
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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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264HRT334A
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04/08
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We
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10:30am-1:30pm
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Himmelman
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NYBG
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264HRT334B
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04/10
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Fr
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10:00am-1:00pm
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Nolan
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NYBG
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264HRT334C
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04/11
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Sa
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9:00am-12:00pm
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Simeone
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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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264HRT358A
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04/11
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Sa
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10:00am-12:40pm
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D'Antonio
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NYBG
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264HRT358B
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04/12
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Su
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2:00pm-5:00pm
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Nolan
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NYBG
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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