Instructor: Duncan Himmelman

Duncan Himmelman
 Duncan Himmelman, Ph.D., has more than 35 years of experience in practicing and teaching horticulture and landscape design. He recently retired as the Education Manager at Mt. Cuba Center.

Classes by this instructor


Native Groundcovers

Kick mulch to the curb! Learn how to replace this common garden material with a beautiful tapestry of foliage and flowers that is visually appealing and ecologically valuable. Explore a selection of versatile, tough, native ground-covering plants to use as more...
262GAR140 10/17 Fr 10:30am-12:30pm Himmelman
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Perennial Plant Combinations

Whether 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...
263GAR173B 03/22 Su 10:30am-12:30pm Himmelman
NYBG

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...
262GAR302A 11/05 We 11:00am-1:00pm Himmelman
NYBG

Wake Up Your Garden Saturday: All Three Sections

Spring 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...
263GAR225A 02/28 Sa 10:00am-5:00pm Ruggiero
Himmelman
NYBG

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...
263GAR225C 02/28 Sa 12:45pm-2:45pm Himmelman
NYBG