Instructor: Daryl Beyers
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NYBG's Gardening Program Coordinator, Daryl Beyers, brings over 20 years' experience designing residential gardens and private estates toNYBG. Daryl has gone from the self-described "the guy pushing thewheelbarrow" to the owner of his own design business and an accomplished garden writer. He's a former editor at Fine Gardening, and his articles have been featured in HGTV Magazine and in Martha Stewart Living, where he also served as Contributing Editor. |
Classes by this instructor
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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. |
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262GAR222O | 11/15 | Sa | 11:30am-1:30pm | Beyers | ONLINE |
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Designing a Habitat HedgerowA hedgerow is a line of shrubs and trees typically planted to create a boundary. Learn how to design a hedgerow that serves two purposes-creating a privacy screen for your outdoor space as well as providing a protective habitat for more... |
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262GAR153O | 11/13 | Th | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Beyers | ONLINE |
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Essentials Tools for GardenersWhether you're an experienced home gardener or just getting started, knowing what tool to you use for what task is essential for creating a successful green space. Review a list of tools used by professionals, learn how to properly use more... |
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263GAR194O | 02/22 | Su | 12:00pm-2:00pm | Beyers | 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 Therapeutic Horticulture Certificate. |
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261GAR301DO | 07/13 | Su | 10:00am-12:00pm | Beyers | ONLINE |
262GAR301BO | 11/10 | Mo | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Beyers | ONLINE |
263GAR301CO | 02/01 | Su | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Beyers | 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... |
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263GAR317BO | 03/10 | Tu | 6:00pm-8:40pm | Beyers | ONLINE |
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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... |
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261LAN100CO | 09/08 | Mo | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Beyers | ONLINE |
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Succulents in ContainersCharming and relatively low maintenance, succulents make the perfect container planting. We'll go beyond the basics as we discuss how to choose and combine species to create healthy, beautiful plant communities. You'll also learn which soils and fertilizers to use, more... |
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262GAR291O | 11/01 | Sa | 12:00pm-3:00pm | 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. |
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262GAR431AO | 10/05 | Su | 10:00am-12:00pm | Beyers | ONLINE |