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Discover the magic of gardening with a variety of hands-on classes in NYC. Learn everything from the basics of planting and nurturing plants to advanced techniques for creating a thriving garden, and reap the benefits of a green thumb.

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Grow a Rainbow with Native Plants

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Native plants are often overlooked for ornamental gardens. But they offer a unique beauty that is good for gardeners and wildlife alike. Adapt this colorful, pollinator-friendly garden plan to your border or container garden and you will be dazzled from spring through fall.

(165) All levels 18 and older
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Intergrated Pest Management for Roses

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

There are plenty of practical and sustainable techniques you can use to control the numerous pests of roses, from selecting appropriate plants to nurturing them through flood and drought to performing winter cleanup tasks. Learn about harmful insects and diseases of roses and ways to control them throughout the year, all without using harsh chemicals.

(165) All levels 18 and older
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A "Romantical" Botanical Nature Walk

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Discover the sexy side of botany this spring. We'll delight our senses as we take in some of the most fragrant and alluring blooms around the grounds and share the fascinating science of how they attract their pollinators.  Be amazed by what recent research has uncovered about "the birds and the bees" of the plant world—the astounding tactics used by flowers to elicit visitors. We'll even visit the dark side of sexual reproduction, with stories...

(165) All levels 18 and older
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Creating a Wetland Garden

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Want to turn a troublesome, poorly drained area into a flourishing wetland garden?  In this class we tour the varied and beautiful wetland gardens of BBG’s grounds and discuss freshwater marsh, swamp, and bog plant communities to determine the native wetland species most suitable for your own backyard. Note: You must bring your registration confirmation to the Garden for admittance to each class session. 

(165) All levels 18 and older
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Biophilic Design

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

This course focuses on the principles of biophilic design—a design solution that incorporates natural elements and processes into the built environment—and the science that supports it. We'll review recent examples of successful botanic and biophilic installations across the globe. Note: You must bring your registration confirmation to the Garden for admittance to each class session. 

(165) All levels 18 and older
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Grow Your Own Hops

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

A class for beer and plant lovers alike! Learn about the history of plants used in making beer and how hops became instrumental in the brewing process. We will discuss the conditions and supplies needed to grow your own hops at home. Class includes a tour of the Herb Garden. Notes: Please bring your registration confirmation and a photo ID to the security desk at the 1000 Washington Avenue entrance, and you will be directed to your classroom. ...

(165) All levels 18 and older
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Competitive Native Plants for Weedy Landscapes

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Replacing Invasives: Competitive Native Plants for Weedy Landscapes Whether your landscape is plagued by Japanese stiltgrass, burning bush, porcelain berry, garlic mustard, or any other troublesome invasive weed, there are great native plants that can take their place. Discover what regional native plants are the best, and most ecological, alternatives for your landscape.  This class is recommended for students with some gardening experience....

(165) Intermediate 18 and older
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Winter is Coming: Backyard Cover Cropping

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

In this workshop, you will learn how to manage the soil health of your backyard garden or raised vegetable beds throughout the off-season. We will spend the afternoon outside in the Children’s Garden practicing proper cover cropping technique and learning the health, ecological, and cost-saving benefits of protecting soil over winter.  This class is weather-dependent and will be rescheduled in the case of rain. Notes: Please bring your...

(165) All levels 18 and older
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Mushroom-Hunting Basics

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Mushroom season is just around the corner! On this walk we will search the grounds of BBG for early mushrooms and discuss the basics of mushroom location, identification, edible and toxic properties, medicinal uses, and especially ecology—since understanding the role of fungus in the environment is an essential part of finding and identifying mushrooms. This class meets rain or shine. Notes: Please bring your registration confirmation and...

(165) Beginner 18 and older
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An Evening with Aphrodite: Plant Based Aphrodisiacs

Greenery Unlimited @ 91 West St, Brooklyn, NY

An Evening with Aphrodite: Exploring Plant Based Aphrodisiacs Join us in our hot and steamy jungle for an intimate talk all about aphrodisiacs. Wine will be provided. Join us in our hot and steamy jungle for an intimate discussion and exploration all about aphrodisiacs. In this one hour talk, we'll sip and taste our way though plant-based aphrodisiacs and discuss their historical uses and some of the science behind why certain substances inspire...

(9) All levels 18 and older
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Propagation Seminar: A Workshop w/ Propagation Methods

Greenery Unlimited @ 91 West St, Brooklyn, NY

Propagation Seminar: A Hands on Workshop with Common Propagation Methods Plants are remarkable for so many reasons! Their appearances, their growth patterns, and most of all: their ability to survive. Being able to propagate plants is not just a fun way to create more plants and share with your friends and loved ones, but also a great way to learn more about your favorite house plants.  Why are certain plants more easily propagated in one...

(9) All levels 18 and older
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Container Gardening on Rooftops, Terraces and Balconies

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Want to start a rooftop garden or care for an existing one? This workshop will give you the tools to get going! Learn about technical aspects like irrigation and container materials as well as soil, suitable plants, design, and proper care. Important: This workshop covers gardens but not green roof systems. Notes: Please note that this class meets in person at BBG. Instructions on how to enter the Garden will be emailed to participants...

(165) All levels 18 and older
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Living Lesson in Gardening: Creating Late Summer Look

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

This four-part series focuses on planning and gardening-by example. Learn from a professional about garden design principles and discuss plant choices and maintenance, including pruning techniques.

(165) All levels 18 and older
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Gardening with Native Herbs

Brooklyn Botanic Garden

Looking for a nutritious substitute for traditional iced tea? How about a cold glass of delicious anise hyssop tea? Learn more about our power-packed native perennial herbs used historically as remedies or food and how to grow them in your own garden.

(165) All levels 18 and older
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Living Lesson in Gardening: Reducing Garden Maintenance

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

This four-part series focuses on planning and gardening-by example. Learn from a professional about garden design principles and discuss plant choices and maintenance, including pruning techniques. Sign up for one day or all, and feel free to ask questions!

(165) All levels 18 and older
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How to Love Houseplants: Caring for Indoor Plants

Bronxville Adult School @ Virtual Learning via Zoom

How to Love Your Houseplants: Choosing and Caring for Indoor Plants Learn how to match a plant's needs to your home's conditions to help you choose the right plant at the store. Then we’ll explore the basics of watering, feeding, and when to repot. You'll also learn how to propagate a few favorite plants to share, and how and when to move them outside for the summer. Please be sure to register by the day before the class at the latest. You...

(20) Beginner 18 and older
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Propagation Seminar: A Demonstration of Techniques

Greenery Unlimited @ Virtual Classroom

A demonstration and discussion on how to propagate houseplants. Learn to clone your plants for yourself and your friends. Looking to connect with your houseplants on a new level? Ready for more than just watering, light and fertilization? Learn to propagate your houseplants with confidence. Breeding plant specimen is a fascinating way to create more plants, grow your indoor jungle, and share plants with friends and loved ones. Why are certain...

(9) All levels 18 and older
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Soil Science Basics

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ Online Class , Online, NY

Join longtime urban farmer Molly Culver for a deep dive into the complex and inspiring world of minerals and living organisms at work beneath our feet. Healthy soil is the source of essential nutrients, root anchorage, oxygen, and water for the plants we eat, use medicinally, and enjoy as flowers. We’ll cover the basic components of soil (living and inert) and discuss how we can support soil's natural processes to grow healthy food, flowers,...

(165) Beginner 18 and older
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Stayin' Alive! (Healthy Houseplants 101)

Mitti @ 653 Metropolitan Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Join our horticultural team and learn the basic care that will keep your houseplants happy and healthy. In this workshop we will cover the basics of plant care, including your plants' needs, how to identify common pests, what to look for and when/how to repot your plants.

(17) Beginner 18 and older
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