Elective course offerings vary with every catalog season. Browse this page to discover what's currently scheduled. Those in pursuit of a Certificate must complete at least 23 elective course hours.
Whether you live in a house with a backyard or an apartment with no access to green space, you can compost! Led by NYBG experts, this course will guide you through the fundamental principles of composting.
Learn how to create a container garden for your patio, terrace, or entryway that's both functional and gorgeous-and helps your plants thrive in all four seasons.
Learn
the
basics
of
successfully
cultivating
perennials
in
a
variety
of
garden
settings.
Discussion
topicsinclude
site
selection,
soil
preparation,
tools,
planting
techniques,
maintenance
practices,
plant
selection,
landscape
use,
and
design
basics.
Take
your
knowledge
of
botanical
nomenclature
to
the
next
level.
In
this
course,
you'll
look
closely
at
plants
to
better
understand
and
identify
their
diversity
and
similarities.
Examining
plant
structures
can
seem
tricky,
as
some
resemble
each
other
but
belong
more...
Learn how to create a container garden for your patio, terrace, or entryway that's both functional and gorgeous-and helps your plants thrive in all four seasons.