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Introduction to Plant Science

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This 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.

Required Text:
Capon, B., Botany for Gardeners, 3rd Edition
Publisher: Timber Press
2005

Schedule:

Every week on Wednesday, starting on 09/10/25 and ending on 10/29/25

Times:

10:30am-12:30pm EDT

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Instructor:

Leslie Day Leslie Day

Leslie Day

A science educator for twenty years with a doctorate in science education from Columbia University, Leslie Day is a New York City naturalist and the author of Field Guide to the Natural World of New York City, Field Guide to the Street Trees of New York City, Field Guide to the Neighborhood, Birds of New York City, and her latest book Honeybee Hotel: the Waldorf Astoria's Roof Garden and the Heart of New York City.

Location:

Online-Live,

Session Number:

261HRT300GO

Price:

Price Non-Member : $562.00
Member : $509.00

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