August

Plants for Landscaping

Choose the right plant for the right place, based on site-specific design and maintenance criteria. Learn landscape values such as size, texture, color, and flowering and fruiting seasons. Review trees, shrubs, groundcovers, annuals, and perennials suitable for this region.
271HRT358FBL 08/22 Sa 1:00pm-3:40pm Simeone
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September

Natural History of Insects

Delve into the fascinating world of the creatures that make up 84% of the Animal Kingdom—what renowned biologist E.O. Wilson once called "the little things that run the world." We'll discuss the roles that insects play—both in maintaining healthy ecosystems more...
271NAT322BBL 09/12 Sa 10:00am-12:00pm Chaya
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Introduction to Therapeutic Horticulture

Explore the theoretical foundations and evidence-based research that supports using the people-plant relationship as a therapeutic tool to improve health and well-being. Engage in hands-on activities to discover the beneficial cognitive, physical, psychological, and social-emotional impacts associated with working with more...
271THP301BBL 09/15 Tu 6:00pm-8:30pm Joly
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Plant Communities

Fundamentally change the way you view natural landscapes by learning about the complex factors that inform which plants grow in what combinations. Understanding how and why these plant communities form will help you design beautiful landscapes that are more resilient, more...
271HRT353BBL 09/16 We 6:00pm-7:30pm Schuler
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Graphics I

Graphics are essential in developing and communicating your ideas. Practice various graphic techniques on a range of materials and equipment and learn how to organize and render landscape plans on paper for optimal presentation to clients. Homework is required.
271LAN311CBL 09/16 We 6:00pm-9:00pm Blake
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Natural History of Birds: Fall

With its wide variety of habitats and its position on the Atlantic Flyway, NYC is a bird-lover's paradise. Over 300 distinct resident or migratory species live here or pass through, including many nesting species such as Peregrine Falcons, Red-tailed Hawks, more...
271NAT321BL 09/16 We 10:00am-12:00pm Chaya
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Landscape Design III: Planting Design

Through a series of design assignments, prepare a variety of planting plans that are practical, appropriate, and aesthetically satisfying. Explore the significance of site conditions as well as plant form, text, color, and ecological associations. Recommended courses to take prior: more...
271LAN403BL 09/23 We 6:00pm-9:00pm Rosiello
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Therapeutic Horticulture for Mental Health

A growing body of evidence supports the use of horticulture for psychological well-being. Discover how therapeutic horticulture can be a preventative practice for all people in dealing with the stressors of the modern world and how it can be integrated more...
271THP404BL 09/24 Th 6:00pm-8:00pm Krus, HTR
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