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Floral Architecture for Pollinators

As nature's masterpieces of design, flowers are where beauty meets strategy. Explore the diversity of floral forms through the lens of evolution and pollination, revealing how petal symmetry, organ fusion, color, and scent shape beneficial partnerships with pollinators. From orchids that mimic insects to tubular blossoms built for hummingbirds, each adaptation tells a story of coevolution and innovation. Blending morphology, ecology, and illustration-based observation, you'll uncover the hidden engineering behind floral beauty—perfectly in tune with NYBG's Flower Power exhibition.

Schedule:

Every week on Tuesday, starting on 08/04/26 and ending on 09/01/26

Times:

10:00am-01:00pm EDT

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Instructor:

Niek Bijkerk Niek Bijkerk

Niek Bijkerk

Niek Bijkerk, MSC, is a dedicated educator with over 10 years of experience as a high school chemistry teacher in the Netherlands. Relocating to New York City allowed him to pursue his passion for botany. During his four years at the New York Botanical Garden, he served as both School Program Educator and School Program Coordinator while earning a Botany Certificate. Niek currently resides in Bratislava, Slovakia, where he continues to explore his love for plants and education.

Location:

Online-Live,

Session Number:

271BOT393O

Price:

Price Non-Member : $372.00
Member : $336.00

Materials List:

Click here for materials list (BOT393O) (PDF Document)

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