Continuing Education Classes
Current Classes
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Nature Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Foolproof Fungi
Single session on Wednesday, October 7 or Wednesday, October 14, 2026 | 5:30–7:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Discover how to safely identify and enjoy edible fungi in the Northeast’s fall forests. Learn More about Foolproof Fungi
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Health & Wellness Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Walking Meditation: Rooted and Reaching
Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 9:15–10:30 a.m. | Preregistration Required
Join this class to practice walking meditation and loving kindness. Learn More about Walking Meditation: Rooted and Reaching
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Gardening Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Wild Seed Collection: Ethics and Practice
Saturday, October 17 (at BBG) | 1–4 p.m. and
Sunday, October 18, 2026 (field trip) | 2–5 p.m. | Preregistration RequiredThis hands-on course introduces students to the ethics and practical skills of collecting wild seed in New York City landscapes. Learn More about Wild Seed Collection: Ethics and Practice
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Gardening Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Putting Your Garden to Bed for Winter
Single session on Sunday, October 18 or Sunday, October 25, 2026 | Preregistration Required
Learn the basics of getting your garden in shape as we near the end of the growing season. Learn More about Putting Your Garden to Bed for Winter
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Horticulture Certificate | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Botany for Horticulturists
10 sessions beginning Wednesday, September 2; or 8 sessions beginning Thursday, October 1 or Tuesday, October 20 | Waitlist Only
This course requires no previous knowledge of botany and is recommended as a first course in the Certificate in Horticulture program. Learn More about Botany for Horticulturists
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Floral Design Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Floral Design Basics
Thursday, October 22, 2026 | 6–7:30 p.m. | Waitlist Only
Learn the skills needed to create your own beautiful flower arrangement at home. Learn More about Floral Design Basics
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Continuing Education Classes | Maker Classes Don't Miss
Natural Perfume Blending
Single session on Saturday, October 24 or Saturday, November 21, 2026 | 12:30–4 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Gain a basic understanding of the sense of smell, the history of perfume, the advent of synthetic ingredients, and the return to naturals. Leave with two bottles of your own bespoke perfume! Learn More about Natural Perfume Blending
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Art Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Chinese Brush Painting
5 Saturdays: October 31–December 5, 2026 (except November 28) | 1:30–3:30 p.m. | Waitlist Only
Learn to paint in the Chinese style using a bamboo brush, ink, and rice paper. Learn More about Chinese Brush Painting
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Floral Design Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Creating Dried Arrangements
Wednesday, October 28, 2026 | 5:30–8:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Create a beautiful fresh basket that will dry over time. Learn More about Creating Dried Arrangements
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Gardening Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
How Not to Kill Your Houseplants
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Discover the best plants for your space and how to help them thrive indoors. Learn More about How Not to Kill Your Houseplants
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Horticulture Certificate | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Plant Propagation
6 weekly sessions beginning Thursday, September 24 or Wednesday, November 4, 2026 | 6–9 p.m. | Waitlist Only
In this class, you are introduced to a variety of plant propagation techniques using both seed and vegetative material. Learn More about Plant Propagation
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Health & Wellness Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Walking Meditation: Lessons from the Earth
Saturday, November 7, 2026 | 9:15–10:30 a.m. | Preregistration Required
Experience the beauty of the Garden in late fall. Learn More about Walking Meditation: Lessons from the Earth
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Continuing Education Classes | Maker Classes Don't Miss
Printing from the Garden: An Introduction to Bundle-Dyeing
Saturday, November 7, 2026 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Leave with a unique silk bandana infused with the colors of the season. Learn More about Printing from the Garden: An Introduction to Bundle-Dyeing
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Art Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Introduction to Watercolor Painting
Saturday, November 7, 2026 | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Waitlist Only
Explore the varied techniques of painting with the unique, beautiful medium of watercolor. Learn More about Introduction to Watercolor Painting
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Horticulture Certificate | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Urban Garden Design (blended)
7 sessions beginning Tuesday, September 15 or Monday, November 9, 2026 | Waitlist Only
This course acquaints students with the field of landscape design. Learn More about Urban Garden Design (blended)
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Floral Design Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Tablescapes
2 Thursdays: November 12 and November 19, 2026 | 6–7:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Learn floral design basics and craft unique holiday table arrangements. Learn More about Tablescapes
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Art Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Basic Watercolor Technique Focusing on Plants
Saturday, November 14, 2026 | 10 a.m.–1:30 p.m. | Waitlist Only
Learn basic watercolor technique includes laying washes, using expressive brushwork, and overlapping layers of transparent paint (glazing). Learn More about Basic Watercolor Technique Focusing on Plants
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Art Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Drawing for Absolute Beginners: Botanicals
Saturday, November 14, 2026 | 1:30–3:30 p.m. | Waitlist Only
Draw a floral specimen with a step-by-step method that incorporates perspective and detail. Learn More about Drawing for Absolute Beginners: Botanicals
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Continuing Education Classes | Maker Classes Don't Miss
Holiday Mocktails
Single session on Thursday, November 19 or Thursday, December 3, 2026 | 5:30–7:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
This class will introduce you to the wonders of using leaves, flowers, barks, seeds, and berries in a range of alcohol-free beverages. Learn More about Holiday Mocktails
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Continuing Education Classes | Maker Classes Don't Miss
Nature-Inspired Clay Magnets
Saturday, November 21, 2026 | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Sculpt and shape clay into unique magnets. Learn More about Nature-Inspired Clay Magnets
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Floral Design Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Cornucopia
Tuesday, November 24, 2026 | 5:30–8:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Create a horn of plenty, or cornucopia overflowing with flowers and foliage. Learn More about Cornucopia
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Continuing Education Classes | Maker Classes Don't Miss
Succulent Terrariums
Single session on Saturday, December 5 or Saturday, December 12, 2026 | 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Learn to create sculptural succulent terrarium ornaments that can thrive for years with minimal care. Learn More about Succulent Terrariums
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Continuing Education Classes | Maker Classes Don't Miss
Natural Dyeing: Creating Botanical Prints from the Garden
Saturday, December 5, 2026 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Learn how to use flowers and botanicals to dye light fabrics. Learn More about Natural Dyeing: Creating Botanical Prints from the Garden
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Floral Design Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Harvest Wreath Making
Thursday, December 10, 2026 | 5:30–8:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Create a unique harvest wreath with seasonal foliage, dried flowers, and natural elements. Learn More about Harvest Wreath Making
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Continuing Education Classes | Maker Classes Don't Miss
DIY Herbal Teas
Single session on Saturday, December 12 or Saturday, December 19, 2026 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Learn the art of making teas and the best herbs to use for different purposes. Make your own tea blend to take home! Learn More about DIY Herbal Teas
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Continuing Education Classes | Maker Classes Don't Miss
Kokedama
Saturday, December 19, 2026 | 10 a.m.–12 p.m. or 1–3 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Kokedama is the Japanese practice of creating living planters out of moss. Make two new easy-care kokedama to take home. Learn More about Kokedama
