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Colored PencilThe focus of this course is on color theory and application. Colored pencil line and tone can be applied to look like either drawing or painting, making it a versatile medium for creating botanical artwork. Learn a variety of techniques, more... | |||||
| 233BIL415BO | 02/06 | Mo | 6:00pm-9:00pm | Reiner | ONLINE | |
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In-Progress Portfolio CritiqueAs a developing artist, you need personalized, supportive evaluation to improve your techniques. This is your chance to bring your finished art and work-in-progress for respectful, careful feedback via group discussion and teacher-led demos. We'll pay special attention to your more... | |||||
| 233BIL208O | 02/07 | Tu | 10:00am-3:30pm | Jess | ONLINE | |
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Psychedelic MushroomsDiscover the power, the allure, and the science of psychedelic mushrooms, in particular the genus Psilocybe. Food journalist and former president of the New York Mycological Society, Eugenia Bone, author of Mycophilia, will discuss the biology of these potent fungi, more... | |||||
| 233BOT302BO | 02/07 | Tu | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Bone | ONLINE | |
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Plant Propagation for the Home GardenerDiscover how to reproduce the plants you love! Learn the best ways to create cuttings and make divisions for propagating different species. We'll discuss what rooting material to use and how to care for your new plants as they grow. more... | |||||
| 233GAR288O | 02/07 | Tu | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Gershberg | ONLINE | |
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Introduction to HydroponicsGrowing plants without soil using hydroponics promotes rapid growth and requires less water and space than conventional gardens. Learn what systems work best, which plants to choose, and how to ensure they get propernutrition. While our focus is on home-scale more... | |||||
| 233HRT141O | 02/07 | Tu | 6:15pm-8:15pm | Kutz Lodvikov | ONLINE | |
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Introduction to Plant ScienceThis user-friendly intro course surveys the major plant groups-flowering plants, conifers, ferns, and bryophytes-focusing on their form and structure. Become botanically literate and gain practical experience in dissecting and analyzing plant structures. | |||||
| 233HRT300F | 02/07 | Tu | 10:00am-1:00pm | O'Brien | NYBG | |
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Flower Arranging with Store-Bought BouquetsCreate your own professional-looking arrangements with economical, store-bought bouquets. Using simple design principles and fresh flowers from your local grocery store or farmers market, learn how to design and create your own elegant arrangements. $45 materials fee. more... | |||||
| 233FDN210C | 02/08 | We | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Mele | MDTN | |
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Managing WaterTo cope with heavier rains and more powerful storm surges, it is critical for horticulturists and landscape designers to understand the natural water cycle. Sarah Bray, Landscape Architect for NYS's Department of Environmental Protection, covers the basics of the hydrologic more... | |||||
| 233LAN290BL | 02/08 | We | 6:00pm-7:30pm | Bray | BLENDED | |
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Urban MammalsCoyotes, bears, and deer are becoming an integral part of urban life due to the extirpation of their predators and conversion of natural habitats. We will look closely at these species and discover how they have adapted to co-exist with more... | |||||
| 233NAT326O | 02/08 | We | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Herrera | ONLINE | |
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Botanical Drawing for BeginnersThis intro class teaches you basic botanical illustration techniques to help you make realistic drawings of branches, stems, leaves, and flowers using graphite and colored pencil. | |||||
| 233BIL145CO | 02/09 | Th | 6:00pm-9:00pm | Lyness | ONLINE | |
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Native Food Sovereignty"As a community, we have the power to choose the food on our table."Valerie Segrest is dedicated to making sure tribal communities throughout North America can access traditional foods. In this inspiring talk, she discusses the many food sovereignty more... | |||||
| 233BOT809O | 02/09 | Th | 6:00pm-7:00pm | Segrest | ONLINE | |
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Sustainable Design TechniquesLearn how different tools can be used to anchor flowers and achieve unique shapes, without the use of floral foam. Each day, you'll focus on a specific sustainable tool-floral pin frogs, aluminum wire, and branches-to create beautiful, contemporary arrangements that more... | |||||
| 233FDN452BO | 02/09 | Th | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Edinger | ONLINE | |
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Stacked Image WorkshopStacked image photography allows you to create images of extraordinary depth, sharpness, and detail. In this hands-on workshop using your own digital camera (manual focus required), you'll take a series of photos of the same subject, focusing each shot on more... | |||||
| 233GWP213O | 02/09 | Th | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Falk | ONLINE | |
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Portfolio and Presentation SkillsCreate visually compelling print and digital portfolios to present to potential clients. Learn how to develop professional documentation for a variety of audiences through in-class design charrettes and individualized projects. | |||||
| 233LAN555O | 02/10 | Fr | 11:00am-1:10pm | Phaosawasdi | ONLINE | |
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Eggplants in Dry Brush WatercolorBring the lush color and tone of an eggplant to life on paper using specific watercolor techniques. This workshop will impart the instructor's method of using dry brush watercolor to replicate the colors, form, and texture of this subject. Please more... | |||||
| 233BIL282O | 02/11 | Sa | 11:00am-4:30pm | Di Costanzo | ONLINE | |
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Indoor TropicalsAre you looking to up your houseplant game? We can help! We'll walk you through many different species with stunning foliage or flowers—including bromeliads and palms—that will bring a hint of the sun-drenched tropics to your home. We'll discuss the more... | |||||
| 233GAR289B | 02/11 | Sa | 10:00am-1:00pm | Brown | MDTN | |
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Plant Partners: The Art of Planting DesignSurvey photographs from dozens of eye-catching gardens to discover how to combine different plant species using the basic criteria of form, color, texture, and height. We will discuss how seasonality, a garden's location, and a plant's native habitat should all more... | |||||
| 233LAN234 | 02/11 | Sa | 10:00am-12:00pm | Johnsen | NYBG | |
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Flower Arranging at HomeBring cheer into your home and exercise your botanical creativity, with live, real-time guidance. Watch your fellow students' efforts online and get personal critiques from your instructor as you build your elegant arrangement with fresh flowers from your own garden, more... | |||||
| 233FDN243EO | 02/13 | Mo | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Edinger | ONLINE | |
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Herbalism: Beyond the BasicsTake a deep dive into herbal medicine in this engaging, interactive series. Through live demonstrations and hands-on activities, Herbalist Karine Gordineer will show you how to properly infuse, blend, and decoct as you create your own herbal apothecary that will more... | |||||
| 233WEL161O | 02/15 | We | 6:00pm-8:45pm | Gordineer | ONLINE | |
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Ink Wash TechniquesIf you're looking to transition from drawing to watercolor painting or fine tune your watercolor techniques, this class is for you. You will practice basic techniques such as flat washes, glazing, graded washes, and dry brush for fine details. Dilutions more... | |||||
| 233BIL407O | 02/16 | Th | 6:00pm-9:00pm | Vogel | ONLINE | |
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Finding Beauty in Fungi: Mushrooms and LichensFrom "mushroom leather" fashion to best-selling books on how mycelial networks create webs of interconnectivity between species, fungi continue to capture the contemporary imagination. Join us to view stunning artwork created by botanical artists Christiane Fashek, Lucy Martin, and Margaret more... | |||||
| 233BIL807O | 02/16 | Th | 6:00pm-7:00pm | Fashek Martin Saylor | ONLINE | |
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The Hidden World of LichensAmong Earth's most amazing and oldest living organisms, lichens grow on bark, rock, and barren soil. They thrive in rain forests, deserts, the arctic-even environments simulating Mars! Lichens are sensitive environmental indicators, yet scientists are only just beginning to understand more... | |||||
| 233BOT313B | 02/16 | Th | 10:00am-1:00pm | Lendemer, Ph.D. | NYBG | |
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Cut Flower FarmingDesign, plant, and harvest a cutting garden that's productive throughout the seasons. You'll get hands-on practice starting seeds to ensure you always have something fresh to cut. We'll cover traditional and unexpected annual and perennial cut flower species and varieties more... | |||||
| 233HRT142DO | 02/16 | Th | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Breyer | ONLINE | |
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Therapeutic Horticulture Program ManagementGain skills in developing program proposals, writing protocols, establishing evaluation methods and record-keeping policies, and managing staff and volunteers for therapeutic horticulture programs. We will discuss how to develop budgets, fund raise, and follow best legal practices for those considering more... | |||||
| 233THP409O | 02/16 | Th | 6:00pm-8:30pm | Czarnecki | ONLINE | |
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Irises in WatercolorLearn the basic watercolor techniques used by botanical artists while painting colorful irises from the photograph provided. Flat wash, layering and other techniques will be covered. This online course will offer live demonstrations, videos, and individual feedback. You will need more... | |||||
| 233BIL237O | 02/18 | Sa | 11:00am-4:30pm | Vogel | ONLINE | |
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Botanical Drawing I: Methods and MaterialsAccurate observation translates into sensitive, realistic drawings and is an essential skill for botanical artists. Using basic shapes, fruit, and leaves, learn contour drawing with an emphasis on proportion, and explore techniques such as foreshortening, perspective, and line weight. | |||||
| 233BIL301EO | 02/21 | Tu | 6:00pm-9:00pm | Vogel | ONLINE | |
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Plant StructureGet a solid grounding in the basic plant body-from the cell to the roots, stems, leaves, flowers, and fruit. We'll use dissecting and compound light microscopes to observe plant anatomy, then introduce the base-level chemistry required to understand the world more... | |||||
| 233BOT315CO | 02/21 | Tu | 6:00pm-9:00pm | Kutos | ONLINE | |
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Botanical MixologyGo beyond the garnish to explore the world of oleo-saccharums, infusions, simple syrups, and tinctures using plants and ingredients accessible to the urban gardener. You'll learn history and receive growing advice, as well as recipes. Jim will demonstrate how to more... | |||||
| 233CKG243B | 02/21 | Tu | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Freeman | MDTN | |
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Fundamentals of StyleThe ability to command a broad vocabulary of styles defines the professional floral designer. From Neo-Classical and Victorian to English garden and Flemish, understanding floral styles expands your design options, evokes specific moods, and helps create the perfect setting. $245 more... | |||||
| 233FDN302D | 02/21 | Tu | 10:00am-2:30pm | Cawley | NYBG | |
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Ikebana: A Comprehensive ApproachThis ancient Japanese art form seeks to create a living sculpture that transcends the beauty of nature. More than merely arranging flowers, ikebana often emphasizes other areas of the plant, such as its stems and leaves, focusing on shape, line, more... | |||||
| 233FDN325 | 02/21 | Tu | 11:00am-2:00pm | Miura | MDTN | |
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Fundamentals of Garden DesignThis class introduces basic garden design principles using the interplay of structural features, plant characteristics, and site assessment. Learn to creatively combine trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals, and bulbs based on color, shape, texture, and size. | |||||
| 233GAR342BO | 02/21 | Tu | 6:00pm-8:30pm | Beyers | ONLINE | |
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Vegetable GardeningExamine pre-planting procedures, from soil preparation to crop rotation planning. Study the timing and techniques of planting, pest management, and harvest and post-harvest handling. Survey heirloom varieties, new cultivars, and classic selections. | |||||
| 233GAR431BO | 02/21 | Tu | 6:15pm-8:15pm | Storrs | ONLINE | |
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Pruning Principles and PracticesThrough classwork and hands-on practice, develop pruning tools and techniques to help shrubs, conifers, broadleaves, evergreens, and deciduous plants thrive. Explore how woody plant structure and physiology influence pruning. Learn how to create and maintain hedges and explore authentic pollarding more... | |||||
| 233HRT321D | 02/21 | Tu | 10:00am-1:00pm | Logan | NYBG | |
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The Art and Artistry of Chanticleer: Dan BenarcikChanticleer Garden, a gracefully designed series of thoughtfully planted rooms, is also known for the whimsical artwork crafted by its staff in the off-season. Their original metal sculptures, ceramic containers, wooden furniture, carved stone elements, and creative plant supports are more... | |||||
| 233LAN265E | 02/21 | Tu | 1:00pm-2:00pm | Benarcik | NYBG | |
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Graphics II: DynaSCAPELearn the various tools and applications of this software package for landscape designers. Topics include: developing base plans from surveys, techniques for quick estimates, and utilizing the online plant database. Basic computer skills and PC laptop required. | |||||
| 233LAN427B | 02/21 | Tu | 5:00pm-8:00pm | Poccia | NYBG | |
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Therapeutic Horticulture for Older AdultsExplore how therapeutic horticulture can improve the health, function, and quality of life for older adults in various settings, from independent to assisted living, day programs, skilled nursing, and memory care facilities. You willalso gain an understanding of the physical, more... | |||||
| 233THP401BO | 02/21 | Tu | 6:30pm-8:30pm | Brechner | ONLINE | |
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Tropical Rain Forest EcologyDiscover the magic of the Costa Rican rain forest and how its diverse world of plants, insects, vertebrates, and fungi are vital to its survival, which in turn affects the weather patterns of the entire world. We'll cover the intricacies more... | |||||
| 233BOT358 | 02/22 | We | 10:00am-12:00pm | Brown | NYBG | |
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Basic Color Theory for GardenersLearn 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... | |||||
| 233GAR367BO | 02/23 | Th | 6:00pm-8:00pm | McKillop | ONLINE | |
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Estudio Ome: An Ode to the LandSusana Rojas Saviñón and Hortense Blanchard share what makes their Mexico City practice unique, including their use of aromatic, edible, medicinal, and native Mexican plants, some of which they propagate from wild seeds they collect. The pair will discuss their more... | |||||
| 233GAR801CO | 02/23 | Th | 11:00am-12:00pm | Rojas Savinon Blanchard | ONLINE | |
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Introduction to Urban EcologyUrbanization is changing biodiversity, interspecies relationships, and even animal behavior, in the tri-state area and beyond. Liz Johnson, former manager of AMNH's Metropolitan Biodiversity Program, will introduce you to the particular habitats found here, as well as plants and animals more... | |||||
| 233NAT338BO | 02/23 | Th | 10:00am-12:00pm | Johnson | ONLINE | |
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Detoxing Your HomeEnvironmental toxicity stresses our immune systems and makes us more prone to allergies. Consider what changes you can make to your home to make it a safer place for you and your loved ones-from simple but essential product swaps to more... | |||||
| 233WEL214O | 02/23 | Th | 6:30pm-8:00pm | Paswater | ONLINE | |
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Insect Identification and ManagementPest identification is key to maintaining a healthy, beautiful garden. Learn to identify which insects are pests and which are beneficial to your home garden. Learn the most common orders of insects and the damage they can cause, as well more... | |||||
| 233GAR320O | 02/24 | Fr | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Kokinchak | ONLINE | |
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Landscape Plants: Broadleaved EvergreensBecome familiar with the cultural requirements, identifying features, and uses of native and non-native broadleaved evergreens, and incorporate them into both naturalistic and formal landscape settings. Major plant groups studied include Ilex, Rhododendron, Buxus, and evergreen groundcovers. | |||||
| 233HRT332B | 02/24 | Fr | 10:30am-12:45pm | Simeone | NYBG | |
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Graphics IGraphics 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 required | |||||
| 233LAN311CO | 02/24 | Fr | 10:00am-1:00pm | Poccia | NYBG | |
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Internet Tools for Creatives: Part I: Social MediaWe will focus on using Instagram to showcase and promote your work. You'll define your goals for using social media as a marketing tool, and create a strategy to achieve those goals, as well as discover tips for attracting and more... | |||||
| 233BIL394BO | 02/25 | Sa | 10:00am-12:30pm | Jamison | ONLINE | |
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What's This Tree on My Block?Learn to distinguish Manhattan's five most common genera and pinpoint particular species in this fun intro to tree identification. | |||||
| 233BOT223BO | 02/25 | Sa | 2:00pm-4:00pm | Kaechele | ONLINE | |
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All About Terrariums and VivariumsDiscover how to design your own terrarium or vivarium with Christopher Satch, plant scientist and award-winning exhibitor at the Philadelphia Flower Show. Through lecture and demonstration, he'll discuss how to set up a simple, easy care terrarium, how to create more... | |||||
| 233CRF275O | 02/25 | Sa | 11:00am-1:00pm | Satch | ONLINE | |
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Modern Sympathy DesignsSympathy arrangements, properly composed, pay tribute to a departed loved one and offer solace to the grieving. There are details to be discussed with a bereaved family, special etiquette to be observed, and a wide choice of designs that make more... | |||||
| 233FDN382 | 02/25 | Sa | 10:00am-4:30pm | Norman | NYBG | |
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Wake Up Your Garden Saturday: All Three SectionsSpring is just around the corner, and with a little advance preparation you will be ready to start the growing season right. Gain insights into getting the soil prepped and ready to go, best pruning practices, and waking up the more... | |||||
| 233GAR225A | 02/25 | Sa | 10:00am-5:00pm | Cappello-Ruggiero Himmelman Ruggiero | NYBG | |
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Wake Up Your Garden Saturday: Spring Gardeners Task ListSpring cleaning in the garden can be fun. Get shrub and herbaceous borders spruced up and looking good! Review a checklist of tasks to be performed during spring maintenance, ranging from raking off winter mulch to looking for signs of more... | |||||
| 233GAR225B | 02/25 | Sa | 10:00am-12:00pm | Cappello-Ruggiero | NYBG | |
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Wake Up Your Garden Saturday: Soil Basics: Get it Right!Rich, nutritious soil makes for large, healthy plants and reduces the need for regular fertilization. Learn the difference between soil structure and texture; how these differences affect plant growth; and how you can modify your soil to improve its qualities. more... | |||||
| 233GAR225C | 02/25 | Sa | 12:45pm-2:45pm | Himmelman | NYBG | |
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Wake Up Your Garden Saturday: Pruning: Shape-Up for SpringLate winter is a great time to get your woody plants in shape by thinning out overgrowth to create open, healthy, beautiful trees and shrubs. Learn how and when to prune, proper tools for the job, why pruning is necessary, more... | |||||
| 233GAR225D | 02/25 | Sa | 3:00pm-5:00pm | Ruggiero | NYBG | |
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Intro to Landscape DesignGain an introduction to the terminology, concepts, and basic principles of landscape design through lectures and simple two-dimensional exercises. This course is recommended for students with little or no background in design who want to design for their own home more... | |||||
| 233LAN100D | 02/25 | Sa | 10:00am-1:00pm | Brown | MDTN | |
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Herbal Broths and SoupsNourishing broths are one of the foundational foods of any nutritional healing regime. Learn the basics of making vegan and bone-based broths, and how to enhance them with medicinal herbs. We'll discuss medicinal mushrooms, seaweeds, mineral-rich herbs and other tasty more... | |||||
| 233CKG237 | 02/26 | Su | 1:00pm-3:00pm | Petter | NYBG | |
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A Garden Design PrimerPut all your garden ideas into practice with this practical overview of the best layout plans and circulation patterns. Learn how to analyze space and proportions to create a coherent landscape design that complements both home and garden. | |||||
| 233GAR222CO | 02/26 | Su | 10:00am-12:00pm | Beyers | ONLINE | |
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Perennial Plant CombinationsWhether in a shady corner or a sunny border, selecting the right plant combinations makes the difference between a ho-hum garden and one that gets rave reviews. Concentrating on perennials, learn to use color, texture, height, and bloom when combining more... | |||||
| 233GAR173CO | 02/27 | Mo | 10:30am-12:30pm | Forster | ONLINE | |
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Plant Propagation I: Basic PrinciplesLearn principles and techniques of plant propagation by seed and cuttings. Explore basic sexual and asexual propagation, focusing on fruit development, seedling production, root initiation, stem and leaf cuttings, and layering. | |||||
| 233HRT411A | 02/27 | Mo | 5:30pm-8:30pm | Weinstein | NYBG | |
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Landscape Design IV: Design and ConstructionDraw upon all of the skills you've developed in the Landscape Design program to create a residential project from start to finish, combining design with construction principles. Emphasis is on construction drawings, documents, and specifications, as well as estimating. | |||||
| 233LAN520 | 02/27 | Mo | 6:00pm-9:00pm | Patchowsky | NYBG | |
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A Trauma-Informed Approach to Therapeutic HorticultureThe prevalence of trauma in the general population suggests that many of our clients would benefit from approaches to therapeutic horticulture that are trauma-sensitive. Learn to identify types of trauma and explore evidence-based trauma-informed principles and strategies to enhance positive more... | |||||
| 233THP318BL | 02/27 | Mo | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Basile, Ph.D. | BLENDED | |
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The Many Uses of MyceliumScientists have engineered so many new products from mycelium that Scientific American heralds the dawn of the "Mycelium Revolution" and Harper's Bazaar dubs fungi "The Future of Fashion." Explore how scientists have harnessed mycelium's ability to create complex structures that more... | |||||
| 233BOT349O | 02/28 | Tu | 6:00pm-7:30pm | Michelotti | ONLINE | |
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Gardening with Native PlantsLearn how native plants enhance gardens and augment biodiversity. Study native herbaceous and woody plants: their identification, habitat, and culture. Hear about the significance of woodland soils, and how to promote a healthy environment to support spring ephemerals, summer perennials, more... | |||||
| 233GAR315BO | 02/28 | Tu | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Eierman, EcoBeneficial | ONLINE | |
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Amphibians of the NortheastDiscover the fascinating traits that most frogs, toads, and salamanders share-such as having thin, smooth skins through which they can breathe-as well as what makes them unique. You'll pick up tips to identify local species by sight and/or sound and more... | |||||
| 233NAT347O | 02/28 | Tu | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Johnson | ONLINE | |
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Plant Morphology for Botanical ArtistsExamine the enormous variety of forms and structural adaptations of flowering plants—the world's dominant plant group. Through lectures, demonstrations, and laboratory studies, learn to recognize and draw the many plant parts and growth stages of the most common plant families. more... | |||||
| 233BIL300O | 03/01 | We | 10:00am-12:30pm | Rauh | ONLINE | |
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Fundamentals of GardeningExplore the basics of successful, environmentally friendly gardening. Topics include soils and their improvement, seed sowing, vegetative propagation, planting, pruning, watering, weeding, mulching, and disease and pest control. This course is also required for the Horticultural Therapy Certificate. | |||||
| 233GAR301EO | 03/01 | We | 10:00am-12:00pm | Beyers | ONLINE | |
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Mathematics for HorticulturistsThis course is designed for horticulturists who are responsible for maintaining outdoor landscapes. We will cover how to calculate area to help estimate plant and soil needs, apply rates for fertilizers, and calculate amounts of soil amendments. | |||||
| 233HRT356O | 03/01 | We | 5:00pm-7:00pm | Weinstein | ONLINE | |
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Botanical Drawing II: Developing Your SkillsBuilding 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... | |||||
| 233BIL302DO | 03/02 | Th | 6:00pm-9:00pm | Nemergut | ONLINE | |
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The Science of Tree CommunicationDiscover how trees communicate via chemical signals in the air (to warn of insect attacks) and transfer nutrients to one another through complex underground fungal networks (sometimes to assist sick trees). | |||||
| 233BOT385DO | 03/02 | Th | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Kutos | ONLINE | |
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Flower ID from A to ZThere 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... | |||||
| 233FDN308CO | 03/02 | Th | 6:00pm-8:30pm | Edinger | ONLINE | |
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Artichokes in Dry Brush WatercolorBring the unique texture and subtle colors of an artichoke to life on paper using specific watercolor techniques. This workshop will impart the instructor's method of using dry brush watercolor to replicate the colors, form, and texture of artichokes. Please more... | |||||
| 233BIL270O | 03/04 | Sa | 11:00am-4:30pm | Di Costanzo | ONLINE | |
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Basic Plant IDThis is the class for plant-lovers eager to up their game! Learn the terminology and basic botanical nomenclature that will help you recognize and describe key differences in common plants. | |||||
| 233BOT308EO | 03/04 | Sa | 10:00am-12:00pm | Holmes | ONLINE | |
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Nature's PharmacyDiscover the many herbs and spices prized for centuries to heal, to revitalize the immune system, and to treat and prevent asthma, insomnia, flu, and more. | |||||
| 233BOT346BO | 03/04 | Sa | 10:00am-12:00pm | Candee | ONLINE | |
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Foraging in WinterWhen the trees have dropped their leaves and there is a chill in the air, there are still many things to see in the woods and wide open spaces. Join wild foods author and forager author Marie Viljoen for a more... | |||||
| 233CCKG247 | 03/04 | Sa | 11:00am-1:00pm | Viljoen | NYBG | |
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Urban Tree CareSoil compaction, construction damage, and land development practices can lead to tree decline and early tree mortality. Examine the biology of trees, and learn how they respond to changes in the urban environment. Explore techniques for assessing and preserving tree more... | |||||
| 233HRT426BL | 03/04 | Sa | 9:00am-11:00am | Picciano | BLENDED | |
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Introduction to Plant ScienceThis user-friendly intro course surveys the major plant groups-flowering plants, conifers, ferns, and bryophytes-focusing on their form and structure. Become botanically literate and gain practical experience in dissecting and analyzing plant structures. | |||||
| 233HRT300GO | 03/06 | Mo | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Naghshineh | ONLINE | |
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Plant Propagation I: Basic PrinciplesLearn principles and techniques of plant propagation by seed and cuttings. Explore basic sexual and asexual propagation, focusing on fruit development, seedling production, root initiation, stem and leaf cuttings, and layering. | |||||
| 233HRT411B | 03/06 | Mo | 10:00am-1:00pm | Ruggiero | NYBG | |
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Growing Cold Hardy Fruits and NutsExpand your plant palette by adding low-maintenance fruiting plants that thrive in cold-temperature growing regions-from Arctic kiwi to jujube, medlar to heartnut. Allyson Levy and Scott Serrano, the co-directors of the Hudson Valley's Hortus Arboretum, will highlight a wide variety more... | |||||
| 233HRT210O | 03/07 | Tu | 6:30pm-7:30pm | Levy Serrano | ONLINE | |
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Site Visit: NYU Langone Medical Center, Therapeutic Horticulture ServicesNYU is recognized as having one of the longest-running therapeutic horticulture programs in the country. This visit offers an insider's look at the broad array of programs that the team facilitates both in the hospitals and in the community. Visit more... | |||||
| 233THP525B | 03/07 | Tu | 9:00am-2:00pm | Horticultural Therapy Services | OFS | |
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Mystery Tea TastingDiscover a herb's therapeutic qualities by exploring its scent, taste, and how a particular herbal infusion feels in your body. Clinical herbalist Geraldine Lavin will send a "mystery herb" to your home along with brewing instructions. At the end of more... | |||||
| 233WEL166O | 03/07 | Tu | 6:30pm-8:00pm | Lavin | ONLINE | |
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Botanical Drawing I: Methods and MaterialsAccurate observation translates into sensitive, realistic drawings and is an essential skill for botanical artists. Using basic shapes, fruit, and leaves, learn contour drawing with an emphasis on proportion, and explore techniques such as foreshortening, perspective, and line weight. | |||||
| 233BIL301FO | 03/08 | We | 11:00am-2:00pm | Lyness | ONLINE | |
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Super Small Space Veggie GardeningWhether you have a terrace, rooftop, or tiny backyard, learn how to grow the most veggies in the space you have. Discover the best practices for successful small-space gardening from soil preparation to container selection and bed design, crop choices, more... | |||||
| 233GAR330O | 03/08 | We | 6:00pm-7:30pm | Novak | ONLINE | |
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Growing CannabisStudy the entire cannabis growing cycle, including best practices for critical harvest and post-harvest procedures, and how artificial lighting and carbon dioxide enrichment can help maximize production. We'll discuss the pros and cons of different grow sites and media, with more... | |||||
| 233HRT156CO | 03/08 | We | 6:00pm-8:00pm | DeBacco Crosson | ONLINE | |
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Early American Women DesignersStudy three pioneering women designers-Beatrix Farrand, Marian Coffin, and Ellen Shipman-who shaped America's tastes in the early 20th century. We'll focus on gardens that showcase Farrand's knack for innovation and infallible eye for design, Coffin's use of contrasts in color, more... | |||||
| 233LAN278O | 03/09 | Th | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Capps Sarathy | ONLINE | |
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Interior PlantscapesFlorists and floral designers who want long-lasting, gorgeous interior plantings won't want to miss this unique class from florist, horticulturist, and indoor plant expert Chris Raimondi. In this class, Chris shares essential horticulture practices for proper selection and maintenance of more... | |||||
| 233FDN310B | 03/10 | Fr | 10:00am-2:30pm | Raimondi, CLP | NYBG | |
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Dauntless DahliasLow-maintenance dahlias thrive in our coastal climate. When they bloom in mid-July, their spiky, colorful blossoms brighten up gardens and flower beds across the city. Learn best practices to help your dahlias flourish, including how and when to disbud, stake, more... | |||||
| 233GAR243 | 03/11 | Sa | 10:00am-1:00pm | Palmer | NYBG | |
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Intro to Landscape DesignGain an introduction to the terminology, concepts, and basic principles of landscape design through lectures and simple two-dimensional exercises. This course is recommended for students with little or no background in design who want to design for their own home more... | |||||
| 233LAN100EO | 03/11 | Sa | 10:00am-12:00pm | Tryba | ONLINE | |
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Boho Bouquet with the Egg CageThe elegant Boho bridal bouquet continues to be on trend. Learn to design an asymmetrical array of blossoms accented by at least three different types of greenery using an egg cage, a technique popularized by Holly Heider Chapple as an more... | |||||
| 233FDN313O | 03/12 | Su | 10:00am-12:00pm | Woodson | ONLINE | |
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Pruning Big Leaf and Mountain HydrangeasPruning hydrangeas can be one of the most confusing chores in the garden. In this class, you'll explore the pruning needs of the two most common and similar hydrangeas-the big leaf and mountain varieties. Hydrangea expert Lorraine Ballato will teach more... | |||||
| 233GAR177 | 03/12 | Su | 11:00am-2:00pm | Ballato | NYBG | |
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Botanical Watercolor for Beginners and BeyondThis class is designed for both inexperienced students and those who wish to improve their skills. Lectures and demonstrations are enhanced by individual instruction. Work at your own pace on a variety of pieces. | |||||
| 233BIL140CO | 03/13 | Mo | 6:00pm-8:50pm | Vogel | ONLINE | |
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Success with StippleBlack and white stipple technique can produce smooth gradated tones, add texture and value, and suggest color. Learn the skills and procedures to master the method of using sized pens and ink or fine point markers such as Copic multiliners more... | |||||
| 233BIL458O | 03/13 | Mo | 11:00am-2:30pm | Jess | ONLINE | |
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Color Theory for Floral DesignColors—like flowers themselves—evoke feeling and sentiment, and set the mood. Explore the role of color in floral design using a spectrum of flowers. This course gives you a solid grounding in color theory, while highlighting the latest hues and color more... | |||||
| 233FDN306BO | 03/13 | Mo | 6:00pm-8:30pm | Edinger | ONLINE | |
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Botanical Latin - ONLINEBotanical 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... | |||||
| 233GAR360O | 03/13 | Mo | 10:30am-12:30pm | Bakshi | ONLINE | |
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Cut Flower FarmingDesign, plant, and harvest a cutting garden that's productive throughout the seasons. You'll get hands-on practice starting seeds to ensure you always have something fresh to cut. We'll cover traditional and unexpected annual and perennial cut flower species and varieties more... | |||||
| 233HRT142EO | 03/13 | Mo | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Breyer | ONLINE | |
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Botanical Drawing III: Focus on FlowersApply your understanding of contours, perspective, and tone to drawing three distinct types of flowers. The object is to accurately draw a fully toned flowering plant. Explore compositional possibilities, textures, and details. | |||||
| 233BIL303CO | 03/14 | Tu | 5:30pm-8:30pm | James | ONLINE | |
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Fundamentals of GardeningExplore the basics of successful, environmentally friendly gardening. Topics include soils and their improvement, seed sowing, vegetative propagation, planting, pruning, watering, weeding, mulching, and disease and pest control. This course is also required for the Horticultural Therapy Certificate. | |||||
| 233GAR301F | 03/14 | Tu | 10:30am-12:30pm | Cappello-Ruggiero | NYBG | |
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Incense Making with Herbs, Resins, and BarksScented smoke has been used traditionally throughout human history to create a sense of well-being. Learn several different methods for creating your own at home incense experience with a mix of woodland material and culinary herbs in this exploration of more... | |||||
| 233WEL233 | 03/14 | Tu | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Petter | MDTN | |
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Plant PhysiologyWe will cover the role of plant hormones in growth and development, as well as plant movement, water transport through the plant body, and plant metabolism, including photosynthesis and respiration (anaerobic and aerobic). | |||||
| 233BOT316 | 03/15 | We | 4:00pm-7:00pm | Alvarez | NYBG | |
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Vertical Gardening: Vines and ClimbersVines and other climbing plants like clematis, wisteria, roses, hardy jasmine, and climbing hydrangea not only sport beautiful blossoms, they also provide strong vertical design—in backyards and patios, or rooftops and terraces. They can create outdoor enclosures and transform unattractive more... | |||||
| 233GAR146 | 03/15 | We | 6:00pm-9:00pm | Loechle | MDTN | |
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Landscape Plants: BulbsThis course is designed for horticulturists, gardeners, or designers who want to learn to identify and classify familiar and unusual spring-, summer-, and autumn-flowering bulbs. We will also focus on understanding their biology. more... | |||||
| 233HRT342 | 03/16 | Th | 10:00am-12:00pm | McDowell | NYBG | |
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Landscape ManagementExamine sustainable techniques for managing and maintaining commercial and residential landscapes. Develop programs that reduce adverse effects on the environment, including alternative approaches to conventional lawn management. | |||||
| 233HRT443 | 03/16 | Th | 4:30pm-7:30pm | Laswell | NYBG | |
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Orchid Flowers in WatercolorStudy the warm tones of flowers available in our corner markets, even in the winter's cold. Learn the basic watercolor techniques used by botanical artists while painting orchid flowers from the photograph provided. Flat wash, layering and other techniques will more... | |||||
| 233BIL225O | 03/18 | Sa | 11:00am-4:30pm | Vogel | ONLINE | |
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Botanical Drawing II: Developing Your SkillsBuilding 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... | |||||
| 233BIL302EO | 03/18 | Sa | 11:00am-2:00pm | Rawlins | ONLINE | |
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Internet Tools for Creatives: Part II: WebsiteHaving a professional online presence is essential to getting the word out about your work. In this hands-on class, you will build a simple website (no coding required!) to showcase your portfolio using Wix.com, a free and easy-to-use platform. We more... | |||||
| 233BIL395 | 03/18 | Sa | 11:00am-1:20pm | Marcheschi | NYBG | |
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A Garden Design PrimerPut all your garden ideas into practice with this practical overview of the best layout plans and circulation patterns. Learn how to analyze space and proportions to create a coherent landscape design that complements both home and garden. | |||||
| 233GAR222D | 03/18 | Sa | 10:00am-12:00pm | Rosiello | MDTN | |
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Container GardeningLearn 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. | |||||
| 233GAR327 | 03/18 | Sa | 10:00am-2:30pm | Arrington | MDTN | |
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Introduction to Therapeutic HorticultureExplore 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... | |||||
| 233THP301EBL | 03/18 | Sa | 9:00am-2:30pm | Meore | BLENDED | |
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Soapmaking WorkshopBring the bouquet of a summer garden indoors with handmade, naturally moisturizing glycerin soaps. You'll learn the traditional melt-and-pour process and combine fragrances of various dried herbs and essential oils-lavender, rosemary, mint, and more-to make four bars to take home. more... | |||||
| 233WEL143B | 03/18 | Sa | 11:00am-2:00pm | Scholl | NYBG | |
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Beekeeping BasicsExpert beekeeper Frank Mortimer walk you through the ins and outs of what's needed to safely, productively, and enjoyably begin to keep honeybees in a populated area. You'll learn how and why a beehive functions as one living organism, as more... | |||||
| 233CKG206 | 03/19 | Su | 11:00am-2:00pm | Mortimer | NYBG | |
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Orchids for BeginnersOrchids are one of the most common houseplants in America. While this exotic flower is widely available, many do not know how to properly care for it. In this class, you'll explore how orchids grow in nature and learn the more... | |||||
| 233GAR213BO | 03/19 | Su | 11:00am-1:00pm | Schmidt | NYBG | |
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Raised Bed GardeningRaised beds make gardening easier. They allow you to successfully grow vegetables, herbs, and ornamentals in problem soils, gardens with limited space, or on rooftops and terraces. Raised beds are ideal in many therapeutic settings because they elevate the plants, more... | |||||
| 233GAR280O | 03/19 | Su | 10:00am-12:00pm | Storrs | ONLINE | |
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Landscape Design HistoryExplore theories, traditions, and principles that have shaped the design of landscapes from antiquity to the present, through visual presentations, assigned readings, projects, and classroom discussion. | |||||
| 233LAN301DO | 03/20 | Mo | 6:15pm-9:15pm | Bunnell | ONLINE | |
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Flower Arranging with Store-Bought BouquetsCreate your own professional-looking arrangements with economical, store-bought bouquets. Using simple design principles and fresh flowers from your local grocery store or farmers market, learn how to design and create your own elegant arrangements. $45 materials fee. more... | |||||
| 233FDN210D | 03/21 | Tu | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Mele | MDTN | |
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Contemporary Gardens of the Hamptons: Christopher LaGuardiaWater is a crucial design factor in Christopher LaGuardia's elegant landscapes-both its serene beauty and its surging power. Dotted with wetlands and encircled by waterfront, the Hamptons are impacted by reduced water quality, erosion, and colonies of invasive species. LaGuardia more... | |||||
| 233LAN265F | 03/21 | Tu | 1:00pm-2:00pm | LaGuardia | NYBG | |
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Grand-Scale ArrangementsFull, lavish arrangements to enhance entrance halls, ballrooms, parties, and hotels are always in demand. Learn the mechanics behind how these dramatic arrangements are designed and constructed. $225 materials fee. | |||||
| 233FDN502 | 03/22 | We | 10:00am-2:30pm | Woodson | NYBG | |
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Soil Science for GardenersUnderstand 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... | |||||
| 233GAR302CO | 03/22 | We | 6:30pm-8:30pm | Bulpitt | ONLINE | |
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Garden Design WorkshopGood 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... | |||||
| 233GAR317BO | 03/22 | We | 6:00pm-8:40pm | Beyers | ONLINE | |
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Paleobotany: The Origin of PlantsPaleobotany, the study of plant evolution through fossil evidence, gives us insights into Earth's flora, past and present. Gain a historical perspective on global diversity and climate change, and the origin and development of present-day trees and flowering plants. | |||||
| 233BOT434BO | 03/23 | Th | 5:00pm-7:00pm | Boyer | ONLINE | |
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Interior Plant Styling with Maryah GreeneNoting the number of urban dwellers who want more plants in their lives but don't have green thumbs yet, plant consultant and former elementary educator Maryah Greene stepped up to provide support so these new plant parents can create functional, more... | |||||
| 233GAR822O | 03/23 | Th | 6:30pm-7:30pm | Greene | ONLINE | |
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Graphics IGraphics 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 required | |||||
| 233LAN311EO | 03/23 | Th | 10:00am-1:00pm | Miller | ONLINE | |
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Achieving Luminosity through LayeringWith work in over 25 museum and university collections in addition to four solo shows in New York City, David Morrison is lauded for his hyper-realistic drawings, rich in tonal detail. In this special in-person workshop, he will show you more... | |||||
| 233BIL487 | 03/24 | Fr | 10:00am-4:00pm | Morrison | NYBG | |
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The Orchid Show: Special Photographers' HoursFor serious photographers only, this is a rare opportunity to capture the exquisite beauty of The Orchid Show without casual visitors present. Bring your tripod (the only time we'll allow them in the exhibition!), since you'll be shooting with available more... | |||||
| 233GWP229 | 03/24 | Fr | 8:30am-10:00am | NYBG | ||
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Perennial Plant CombinationsWhether in a shady corner or a sunny border, selecting the right plant combinations makes the difference between a ho-hum garden and one that gets rave reviews. Concentrating on perennials, learn to use color, texture, height, and bloom when combining more... | |||||
| 233GAR173D | 03/25 | Sa | 10:30am-12:30pm | Brown | MDTN | |
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Weatherproof HydrangeasGardening in areas with wildly fluctuating temperatures and conditions can be a tricky business if you lust for colorful and robust hydrangea flowers. Learn what measures you can take to improve the growth and growth frequency of these favored blooms, more... | |||||
| 233GAR272O | 03/25 | Sa | 10:00am-12:00pm | Ballato | ONLINE | |
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Pruning: How, When, and WhereThis one-day course covers the basics of pruning evergreens, deciduous trees, and shrubs, as well as how to maintain the woody plants in your garden. Bring your pruners! We will discuss tool selection and maintenance, while we practice techniques using more... | |||||
| 233GAR236 | 03/26 | Su | 10:30am-2:30pm | Perkowski | NYBG | |
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The History of Botanical ArtEmbark on an historical exploration of botanical art. You'll trace the globe with author and curator Giovanni Aloi as he uncovers the critical role that botany has played in the advancement of movements, styles, and invention of new media. From more... | |||||
| 233BIL285O | 03/28 | Tu | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Aloi | ONLINE | |
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Flower Arranging at HomeBring cheer into your home and exercise your botanical creativity, with live, real-time guidance. Watch your fellow students' efforts online and get personal critiques from your instructor as you build your elegant arrangement with fresh flowers from your own garden, more... | |||||
| 233FDN243FO | 03/28 | Tu | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Woodson | ONLINE | |
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Wedding Design I: PersonalsFlowers 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... | |||||
| 233FDN304C | 03/28 | Tu | 10:00am-2:30pm | Cawley | NYBG | |
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Shopping the New York Flower MarketLearn to navigate the bustling New York flower district! Discover where to get the best flowers and hard goods from the pros. Your confirmation letter will include where we will meet in the flower district. Lunch is not included. Dress more... | |||||
| 233FDN400B | 03/29 | We | 9:00am-12:30pm | Woodson | OFS | |
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A Kitchen Garden PlanCreate your own kitchen garden designed around the food you love to eat - be it outside your back door or on your windowsill. You'll design a planting plan using historic examples and modern best practices and walk away with more... | |||||
| 233GAR155O | 03/29 | We | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Novak | ONLINE | |
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Landscape Design Tips: Learning from Before and AfterUsing illustrative before and after photos of various projects she has executed throughout her long career, landscape designer Jan Johnsen shares 25 specific tips to enhance your garden. Techniques include "Lure of the Sheltered Corner," "The Principle of Three Depths", more... | |||||
| 233LAN169 | 03/29 | We | 10:00am-12:00pm | Johnsen | NYBG | |
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Fundamentals of FormLearn the keys to successful floral design and master the mechanics needed to create round, triangular, parallel, and crescent arrangements. Experiment with shape, line, and symmetry while composing beautiful, balanced creations. | |||||
| 233FDN300D | 03/30 | Th | 10:00am-2:30pm | Woodson | NYBG | |
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Harris Bugg Studio: Respecting the Spirit of PlaceDubbed "pioneering design talents of their generation" by the Royal Horticultural Society, Charlotte Harris and Hugo Bugg believe both the landscapes they design and the business they run must be respectful, inclusive, and ethically responsible. The duo will highlight their more... | |||||
| 233GAR801DO | 03/30 | Th | 11:00am-12:00pm | Harris Bugg | ONLINE | |
