Gardening Certificate Electives

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.


September

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...
271GAR375O 09/19 Sa 10:30am-12:30pm Simeone
ONLINE

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.
271GAR327O 09/23 We 10:00am-12:00pm Marsh
ONLINE

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...
271GAR287BO 09/29 Tu 6:00pm-7:30pm Hagen
ONLINE

October

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.
272AGA300AO 10/01 Th 12:00am-11:59pm ONLINE-FLEX

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...
272GAR360O 10/01 Th 6:00pm-8:00pm Bakshi
ONLINE

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.
272GAR331O 10/20 Tu 6:00pm-8:00pm Beyers
ONLINE
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