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

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...
261GAR287O 09/22 Mo 6:00pm-7:30pm Hagen
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.
261GAR327CO 09/26 Fr 10:00am-12:00pm Gonzalez
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.
262AGA300AO 10/01 We 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...
262GAR360AO 10/06 Mo 10:30am-12:30pm Bakshi
ONLINE

With a little bit of planning, your garden can look beautiful in all seasons, even after the flowers fade. Knowing which plants to select is key, since, according to rock star garden designer Piet Oudolf, it's about "texture and shape, more...
262GAR369 10/18 Sa 10:00am-1:00pm Eierman, EcoBeneficial
NYBG

November

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.
262AGA300BO 11/01 Sa 12:00am-11:59pm ONLINE-FLEX

December

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.
262AGA300CO 12/01 Mo 12:00am-11:59pm ONLINE-FLEX

January

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...
263GAR360BO 01/15 Th 6:00pm-8:00pm Bakshi
ONLINE

Good garden design isn't easy, but for anyone with a passion for plants, a little imagination, and proper guidance, it is possible to succeed. Learn the basics of garden design, review examples that work for different architectural styles and site more...
263GAR317A 01/20 Tu 6:00pm-8:40pm Rosiello
NYBG

February

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.
263AGA300EO 02/01 Su 12:00am-11:59pm ONLINE-FLEX

Trace back through history to examine how people have utilized gardens to not only provide sustenance, beauty, and refreshment, but also to give shape and meaning to their social lives. Garden typologies will include herbal and botanic gardens, community and more...
263GAR384O 02/11 We 6:00pm-8:00pm Capps Sarathy
ONLINE

Learn the basics, review examples that work for different architectural styles and site conditions, and develop a go-to plant list for your home landscape. In the second session, you will develop and draw a basic design plan for your garden more...
263GAR367O 02/25 We 6:00pm-8:00pm Moore
ONLINE

March

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.
263AGA300FO 03/01 Su 12:00am-11:59pm ONLINE-FLEX

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...
263GAR366O 03/03 Tu 10:30am-12:30pm Bakshi
ONLINE

Good garden design isn't easy, but for anyone with a passion for plants, a little imagination, and proper guidance, it is possible to succeed. Learn the basics of garden design, review examples that work for different architectural styles and site more...
263GAR317BO 03/10 Tu 6:00pm-8:40pm Beyers
ONLINE

Tending to roses is an art, especially given how many types there are-from shrubs to hybrid teas to ramblers. Proper pruning can encourage bloom production and control plant disease. This informative session combines classroom demonstrations, student pruning of potted plants, more...
263GAR394 03/15 Su 10:00am-1:30pm Perkowski
NYBG

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.
263GAR327O 03/18 We 10:00am-12:00pm Gonzalez
ONLINE