Herbaceous Landscape Plant ID - Brooklyn Botanic Garden
Herbaceous Landscape Plant ID

Herbaceous Landscape Plant ID

Continuing Education Classes | Horticulture Certificate

6 weekly sessions beginning Thursday, May 13; Tuesday, July 1; or Thursday, July 31, 2025
Preregistration Required

Herbaceous plants accentuate other features in the landscape, and when used effectively, they can provide almost year-round interest. Learn identification methods and landscape uses of perennials and annuals commonly used in the urban landscape, including native plants. The class will identify and view plant characteristics during sessions on BBG grounds.

An in-class exam will be administered during the last session. Attendance is mandatory. No class on June 3.

Cost

  • $389 ($354 for members)
  • In addition, there is a 4.5% nonrefundable registration fee for all classes.

Sections

Section A

Begins Tuesday, May 13

Instructor: Stephanie Pace and Connor Bush

6 Tuesdays: May 13–June 24, 2025 (except June 3) | 5–8 p.m.

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Section B

Begins Tuesday, July 1

Instructor: Connor Bush

6 Tuesdays: July 1–August 31, 2025 | 5–8 p.m.

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Section C

Begins Thursday, July 31

Instructor: Patrick Austin

6 Thursdays: July 31–September 4, 2025 | 5–8 p.m.

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Name Instructor Start Date Class Dates Register
Section A Stephanie Pace and Connor Bush Tuesday, May 13 6 Tuesdays: May 13–June 24, 2025 (except June 3) | 5–8 p.m. Register
Section B Connor Bush Tuesday, July 1 6 Tuesdays: July 1–August 31, 2025 | 5–8 p.m. Register
Section C Patrick Austin Thursday, July 31 6 Thursdays: July 31–September 4, 2025 | 5–8 p.m. Register