Channel the spirit of the '60s at NYBG's Flower Power, open May 23 through October 18, 2026, a joyous celebration of the enduring symbolism of flowers as icons of peace and love. As you immerse yourself in the groovy and colorful show, take a class that celebrates all things flowers—from arranging with tie-dyed florals and creating spring flower crowns, to studying the fascinating intricacies of a flower's architecture.
Learn the basic watercolor techniques used by botanical artists while painting daisy-like mums—a hardy summer perennial. Flat wash, layering and other techniques will be covered. This online course will offer live demonstrations, videos, and individual feedback.
How
do
plants
thrive
without
touching
the
ground?
This
course
explores
the
remarkable
world
of
epiphytes—plants
that
live
perched
on
others
yet
remain
self-sufficient.
Focusing
on
orchids,
bromeliads,
and
other
canopy
specialists,
we'll
examine
their
anatomy,
water
relations,
and
ecological
more...
Discover
how
emotion
shapes
the
art
of
sculptural
floral
design.
In
this
class,
you'll
explore
self-expression
through
form,
movement,
and
texture.
Using
both
fresh
and
dried
botanicals,
learn
how
to
create
designs
that
balance
structure
with
feeling—transforming
floral
materials
into
more...
There
are
many
types
of
flowers
available
for
floral
designers,
from
exotic
imports
to
locally
grown.
Learn
to
identify
new
varieties
of
old
favorites,
seasonal
flowers,
and
various
foliages.
Topics
include
the
special
handling
needs
of
many
flower
types.
more...
As nature's masterpieces of design, flowers are where beauty meets strategy. Explore the diversity of floral forms through the lens of evolution and pollination, revealing how petal symmetry, organ fusion, color, and scent shape beneficial partnerships with pollinators.
Are
you
an
aspiring
floral
artist
but
not
sure
where
to
start
or
simply
want
to
explore
the
craft
of
floral
arranging?
In
this
class,
you'll
gain
the
foundational
knowledge
of
floral
design
principles;
including
flower
care,
arrangement
techniques,
and
more...
Discover how to get the best from a large array of hydrangeas that can bloom multiple times. Find out how to make these rebloomers sing with later season color. Hint: Pruning isn't always the way to improve plant performance.
Much
like
our
own
family,
plant
families
share
characteristics,
often
in
the
arrangement
of
their
flowers,
leaves,
and
stems.
Acclaimed
botanical
artist
Wendy
Hollender
depicts
twenty-four
plant
families
commonly
encountered
in
the
garden
and
in
the
wild
in
her
newest
more...
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