November

Soil Science for Gardeners

Understand how the qualities of soil affect the overall productivity of plants and make sustainable gardening practices possible. Practical application of theory is stressed. Topics include soil formation, physical properties of soil, soil-water relationships, and management techniques such as irrigation, more...
272GAR302A 11/03 Tu 10:30am-12:30pm Himmelman
NYBG

Designing a Cornucopia Arrangement

Originating from Greek mythology, a horn of plenty, or cornucopia, is a symbol of abundance, prosperity, and nourishment. To commemorate the harvest season, learn the floral techniques for designing this horn-shaped basket overflowing with autumnal flowers and foliage.
272FDN329 11/04 We 10:00am-2:30pm Woodson
NYBG

Basic Design and Installation of Irrigation Systems

Learn how to design, install, and maintain conventional, specialty drip, and micro-drip irrigation systems. Drip systems are useful for rooftop and terrace gardens, planters, raised beds, and many landscape and nursery production systems. We will cover basic hydraulics and review more...
272HRT323A 11/05 Th 10:00am-4:30pm Elmers
NYBG

Intro to AutoCAD for Landscapes

Receive an introduction to AutoCAD—a computer-aided design software commonly used for 2D and 3D drafting, design, and modeling—and learn about its enduring power within the landscape design industry. Through presentation, live discussion, and guidance from your instructor, you'll be able more...
272LAN184 11/05 Th 6:00pm-9:00pm Iravanipour
NYBG

Natural Beeswax Candle Making

Dive into the history of beeswax candles as you learn how to make candles from natural materials. Using 100% natural beeswax harvested from a family of beekeepers, you'll craft a variety of candles using specific materials and methods, including pre-made more...
272CRF105 11/07 Sa 2:00pm-5:00pm Yanni
NYBG

Fall Dahlia Workshop

Dahlias are the stars of the fall garden, producing spectacular blooms from midsummer until the first frost. In this workshop, you'll explore the history of dahlias and their many flower forms while learning how to care for plants through the more...
272GAR279 11/07 Sa 10:00am-1:00pm Koether
NYBG

Holiday Preserves

Ring in the holiday season with decadent winter fruit preserves. Learn how to properly preserve fruit, make delectable delights, and share recipes that will add pizzazz to your holiday table or be the favorite homemade gift for your foodie friends more...
272CKG218 11/08 Su 11:00am-3:00pm Davis
NYBG

Advanced Field Sketching

Take your naturalist game up another level by moving beyond sketchbook drawings to create an accordion book-or small series of artworks-inspired by your favorite observations of NYBG. Working with shadows and light, you'll explore color in a variety of media more...
272NAT423 11/08 Su 11:00am-1:00pm Leighton
NYBG

Natural Soap Making

Have you ever wondered how to make your own natural soap? In this class, you'll learn the science behind three different processes of soap making. Then you'll put your learning into practice as you follow one of these processes to more...
272WEL167 11/08 Su 11:00am-2:00pm Yanni
NYBG

Ikebana for Autumn

Ikebana is a distinct approach to working with flowers, rooted in Eastern aesthetics, and a different way of observing nature. Through the lens of the autumn season, you'll explore how line, space, and restraint can expand your visual language and more...
272FDN345 11/11 We 10:30am-4:00pm Zhang
NYBG

Floral Design for Beginners

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...
272FDN110B 11/12 Th 10:00am-4:30pm Mele
NYBG

Handcrafted Brooms Workshop

Explore the ancient technique of broom-making. Fiber artist and educator Poliana Danila will guide you through this craft of working with sorghum to create a useful and beautiful hand broom. Using natural sorghum and a colorful cord, you'll make a more...
272CRF175 11/13 Fr 10:30am-3:00pm Danila
NYBG

Intro to Plant-Microbe Interactions

Plants do not grow in isolation—they exist within a rich and dynamic ecosystem teeming with microorganisms. Explore the fascinating and essential relationships between plants and the microbial world that surrounds them. From symbiotic fungi that extend the reach of plant more...
272BOT341 11/14 Sa 11:00am-1:00pm Zumajo
Nigris
NYBG

Holiday Herbal Mocktails

Discover the boundless possibilities of working with natural ingredients such as leaves, flowers, barks, seeds, and berries to craft herbal mocktails for any occasion. You'll learn how to infuse different botanical elements, including aromatics and bitters, into beverages to add more...
272CKG119 11/14 Sa 11:00am-1:00pm Petter
NYBG

Floral Design for Beginners

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...
272FDN110C 11/14 Sa 11:00am-2:00pm Elfe
NYBG

Herbal Saturday Workshop: All Three Sections

Herbs have been helping us stay healthy for thousands of years. Join these expert herbalists to learn how plants can be used for medicine and self-care.
272WEL130A 11/15 Su 10:00am-4:00pm Hill
Bautista-Carolina
Wainwright
NYBG

Herbal Saturday: Botanical Bath Bombs

Prepare to relax and be rejuvenated! Using salts, nourishing clays, and essential oils, you'll craft custom botanical bath bombs to bring fragrance and fizz to a time-honored self-care ritual for you and your loved ones!
272WEL130B 11/15 Su 10:00am-11:30am Hill
NYBG

Herbal Saturday: Herbal Honey

Offering a host of health benefits on its own, raw honey can also be used to preserve the medicinal properties of fresh, dried, or powdered herbs. Learn how to create medicinal herbal honeys to soothe sore throats and coughs, heal more...
272WEL130C 11/15 Su 12:30pm-2:00pm Bautista-Carolina
NYBG

Herbal Saturday: Elderberry Syrup

Packed with antioxidants and vitamins, elderberry fruits and flowers have been used across cultures for centuries to prevent colds and flus, treat fevers, and tame inflammation. Delve into the many healing properties of this commonly used medicinal plant while making more...
272WEL130D 11/15 Su 2:30pm-4:00pm Wainwright
NYBG

Botanical Drawing II: Developing Your Skills

Building on Botanical Drawing I skills, learn to tone fruit, vegetables, leaves, and branches. Focus on concepts of light source, value, and shading to create form. Learn to translate color into black and white, and create the illusion of depth more...
272BIL302A 11/16 Mo 11:00am-2:00pm Wry
NYBG

Flower Arranging with Store-Bought Bouquets

Create your own professional-looking arrangements with economical, store-bought bouquets. Using simple design principles and fresh flowers that can typically be found at local grocery stores or farmers markets, learn how to design and create your own elegant arrangements.
272FDN210E 11/18 We 11:00am-1:00pm Matsui
NYBG

Kokedama Workshop

Explore the Japanese art of kokedama, a unique form of bonsai-inspired gardening that displays plants in moss-covered spheres rather than traditional pots. Through step-by-step instruction, learn how to shape, wrap, and maintain your own kokedama while discovering techniques for creating more...
272CRF204 11/19 Th 11:00am-1:00pm Jefferson
NYBG

Floral Tablescapes: Autumn

From intimate cocktail and dinner parties with friends to family spreads for holidays, a thoughtfully curated table design is always a nice touch for any occasion! As the focal point, you'll create a stunning centerpiece using seasonal flower varieties such more...
272FDN377 11/19 Th 10:00am-2:30pm Mele
NYBG

From Garden to Spa: Natural Body Care

Create spa-worthy products from your garden-revitalizing lotion bars, lip balms, bath salts, body scrubs, and more using a variety of botanicals. Ideal for those who want to indulge in self-care or create lovely holiday gifts. All materials provided.
272WEL144 11/22 Su 11:00am-2:00pm Hill
NYBG

December

Winter White Centerpiece

A grand centerpiece in a pedestal vase brings the elegance of a Dutch still-life to your dining or entry room. Capture the essence of this festive season with large Dutch amaryllis and ranunculus, English garden roses, Italian lisianthus, hydrangeas, and more...
272FDN320 12/01 Tu 12:00pm-2:00pm Elfe
NYBG

Magnolia Leaf Wreath

Southern charm and hospitality come front and center with a glossy, richly decorated wreath of magnolia leaves on a door, mantel, or accent wall. Weave leaves into a wreath form, then complement shape and color with seasonal fruit, pine cones, more...
272FDN355A 12/02 We 10:00am-2:30pm Cawley
NYBG

Herbal Salves and Creams for Winter Skincare

Enhance your glow while staying protected from the harsh winter elements. In this class, you'll learn the healing and replenishing benefits of plant-based skincare specifically targeted to protect against cold dry air. Discuss how to make herbal oils with hydrating more...
272WEL180 12/04 Fr 11:00am-1:00pm Petter
NYBG

Create a Botanical Building

Create a building replica with natural materials in the style of the Holiday Train Show®! Explore architectural styles, and then choose from an assortment of dried botanicals such as pods, bark, and branches to make your own detailed more...
272CRF142A 12/05 Sa 9:30am-4:30pm Yanni
NYBG

Crafting Poinsettia in Air-Dry Polymer Clay

Learn how to sculpt festive poinsettias using air-dry polymer clay in this hands-on, step-by-step class. Through expert guidance, you'll break down the process into simple stages to recreate the bold, star-shaped bracts of this holiday favorite. You'll leave with timeless, more...
272CRF216 12/05 Sa 11:00am-2:00pm Dhawan
NYBG

Magnolia Leaf Wreath

Southern charm and hospitality come front and center with a glossy, richly decorated wreath of magnolia leaves on a door, mantel, or accent wall. Weave leaves into a wreath form, then complement shape and color with seasonal fruit, pine cones, more...
272FDN355B 12/09 We 10:00am-2:30pm Cawley
NYBG

Holiday Greens

The holidays come to life with fragrant, long lasting decorations for your door, table and mantel. Explore working with fresh pine, fir, cedar, boxwood, juniper and arborvitae. Cones and berries will add seasonal interest. Personalize your projects with accents of more...
272FDN335A 12/10 Th 10:00am-4:00pm Cawley
NYBG

Create a Botanical Building

Create a building replica with natural materials in the style of the Holiday Train Show®! Explore architectural styles, and then choose from an assortment of dried botanicals such as pods, bark, and branches to make your own detailed more...
272CRF142B 12/11 Fr 10:00am-5:00pm Yanni
NYBG

The Holiday Train Show®: Special Photographers' Hours

For serious photographers only, this is a rare opportunity to capture the exquisite beauty of NYBG's exhibitions without casual visitors present. Bring your tripod (the only time we'll allow them in the exhibition!), since you'll be shooting with available light.
272GWP231 12/11 Fr 8:30am-10:00am Falk
NYBG

Herbal Sleep Support

As the nights get longer, the need for quality rest is essential to keeping a balanced immune system. Learn about different herbs that can support deep, quality sleep to help you feel replenished throughout the fall and winter. You will more...
272WEL140 12/11 Fr 11:00am-1:30pm Arellano-Gonzalez
NYBG

Flower Arranging with Store-Bought Bouquets

Create your own professional-looking arrangements with economical, store-bought bouquets. Using simple design principles and fresh flowers that can typically be found at local grocery stores or farmers markets, learn how to design and create your own elegant arrangements.
272FDN210B 12/12 Sa 11:00am-1:00pm Mele
NYBG

Wedding Design: Personals

Flowers play a crucial role in creating a memorable wedding. Learn the elements of successful floral wedding design, including the art of fine wiring and taping to create corsages and boutonnieres with fresh flowers, ribbons, and bows. Advance to the more...
272FDN304A 12/13 Su 10:00am-2:30pm Mele
NYBG

Winter Wonderland Wreath

Take inspiration from the wintry outdoors as you recreate a nature scene on a three-dimensional, lighted grapevine wreath using preserved cedar, juniper, mushroom birds, and other seasonal botanicals. Then, top it off with a sprinkling of faux snow. more...
272CRF155 12/15 Tu 11:00am-2:00pm Yanni
NYBG

Holiday Greens

The holidays come to life with fragrant, long lasting decorations for your door, table and mantel. Explore working with fresh pine, fir, cedar, boxwood, juniper and arborvitae. Cones and berries will add seasonal interest. Personalize your projects with accents of more...
272FDN335B 12/16 We 10:00am-4:00pm Mele
NYBG

Drying Fresh Flowers

Gather the last blooms of the season and create a beautiful fresh basket that will dry overtime and keep the remembrance of the season in your home. You'll learn specific techniques for choosing, preparing, and designing flowers and foliage for more...
272FDN376 12/17 Th 10:00am-2:30pm Woodson
NYBG

Floral Design for Beginners

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...
272FDN110D 12/18 Fr 10:00am-4:30pm Mele
NYBG
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