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.
Do
you
want
to
create
an
eco-friendly
garden
that
is
also
beautiful
and
functional?
Sustainable
gardening
hinges
on
a
gardener's
ability
to
develop
a
long-term
strategy
by
employing
tactics
that
conserve
natural
resources
over
time.
Explore
how
to
make
the
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.
Since
autumn
is
the
optimum
season
to
plant
bulbs,
now
is
the
time
to
decide
what
will
work
best
in
your
garden.
In
this
class,
you'll
receive
an
overview
of
bulbs-what
they
are
and
how
to
properly
plant
them.
Common
more...
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.
Botanical
Latin
is
essential
for
anyone
with
a
serious
interest
in
identifying
plants.
But,
contrary
to
popular
belief,
mastering
Latin
plant
names
need
not
be
intimidating
or
boring.
Review
the
rules
of
taxonomy,
Latin
grammar,
and
pronunciation,
and
learn
the
more...
Transform your gardening goals into a clear, actionable plan. In this class, you'll learn a proven process for planning successful garden spaces by evaluating conditions, choosing plants, and designing layouts that work beautifully over time.