Floral Design
The Floral Design Certificate program offers the most extensive course of study available in the region, covering all aspects of floral design. The history and progression of floral design is integrated into each class so that students know how and why arrangements are done in a particular way. Participants are also provided with a strong foundation for building upon their own creativity and imagination.
For more details about our programs, or to receive personalized class recommendations from our helpful staff, please feel free to contact us at edu@phipps.conservatory.org.
Current Classes
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- Make Your Own Boho-Style Bouquet | Sarah Needham | Thurs., Apr. 29 | 7 – 8:30 p.m.
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D.I.Y. Wedding Decor Boot Camp (Demo Only) | Sarah Needham | Tues., June 1 | 7 – 9 p.m.
- Phipps Flower Club: Local Flowers, Virtual Education | Polly Berginc, AIFD
- Early season virtual classes: Wednesdays: June 9 and 23, July 7 and 21, Aug. 4 | 7 – 8:30 p.m.
- Late season virtual classes: Wednesdays: Aug. 18, Sept. 1, 15 and 29, Oct. 13 | 7 – 8:30 p.m.
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Fresh Cut and Plants Together | Korkey Noah Kibbey | Wed., June 16 | 7 – 8:30 p.m.
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Floral Necklace Art | Sarah Needham | Tues., July 13 | 7 – 9 p.m.
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Topiary in Floral Design | Korkey Noah Kibbey | Wed., July 28 | 7 – 8:30 p.m.
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A Study in Sunflowers | Korkey Noah Kibbey | Wed., Aug 11 | 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Detailed Listings

Make Your Own Boho-Style Bouquet | Sarah Needham
Thurs., Apr. 29 | 7 – 8:30 p.m.
$25 members | $30 non-members | Materials Pick-up: $50
Prerequisites: None
Presented as a live webinar through Zoom
In this class, students will learn how to create the trendy bohemian style bouquet using an assortment of fresh and dried materials. We will discuss how the shape, color and textures play into the style and what kind of ribbon to use to complete the look. Floral Design Certificate Elective

D.I.Y. Wedding Decor Boot Camp (Demo Only) | Sarah Needham
Tues., June 1 | 7 – 9 p.m.
$20 members | $25 nonmembers
Presented as a live webinar through Zoom
Objective: To be able to describe the primary wedding flowers and arrangements
Level: Beginner to intermediate
Prerequisite: None
Get a crash course on all of the major components of a wedding and pepper your instructor with questions as she demonstrates several pieces. Topics include types of bouquets, how to make a boutonniere and wrist corsage, demonstration of garland and table arrangements, as well as a discussion of the appropriate flowers to use on cakes. Get professional tips on what to make yourself versus what to leave to the professionals. Floral Design Certificate elective

Phipps Flower Club: Local Flowers, Virtual Education (Both Seasons) | Polly Berginc, AIFD
Early season pickup: Tuesdays: June 8 and 22, July 6 and 20, Aug. 3 | 2 – 6 p.m. | Phipps Garden Center in Mellon Park
Early season virtual classes: Wednesdays: June 9 and 23, July 7 and 21, Aug. 4 | 7 – 8:30 p.m. | Classes are recorded for post-class review
Late season pickup: Tuesdays: Aug. 17 and 31, Sept. 14 and 28, Oct. 12 | 2 – 6 p.m. | Phipps Garden Center in Mellon Park
Late season virtual classes: Wednesdays: Aug. 18, Sept. 1, 15 and 29, Oct. 13 | 7 – 8:30 p.m. | Classes are recorded for post-class review
Both seasons: $525 members | $575 nonmembers
Fill your home with flowers with Phipps’ new local flower subscription program. Pick up a fresh, bountiful bucket of seasonal flowers every two weeks from Phipps – supplied by local farmers, Cherry Valley Organics. Then tune in as Phipps’ floral instructor, Polly Berginc, shows you how to turn your flowers into a beautiful arrangement. Polly will guide you through proper flower care, the elements and principles of design, and lots of other tips and techniques for great looking arrangements at home. Floral Design Certificate elective

Phipps Flower Club: Local Flowers, Virtual Education: Early Season | Polly Berginc, AIFD
Early season pickup: Tuesdays: June 8 and 22, July 6 and 20, Aug. 3 | 2 – 6 p.m. | Phipps Garden Center in Mellon Park
Early season virtual classes: Wednesdays: June 9 and 23, July 7 and 21, Aug. 4 | 7 – 8:30 p.m. | Classes are recorded for post-class review
Single season: $275 members | $305 nonmembers
Fill your home with flowers with Phipps’ new local flower subscription program. Pick up a fresh, bountiful bucket of seasonal flowers every two weeks from Phipps – supplied by local farmers, Cherry Valley Organics. Then tune in as Phipps’ floral instructor, Polly Berginc, shows you how to turn your flowers into a beautiful arrangement. Polly will guide you through proper flower care, the elements and principles of design, and lots of other tips and techniques for great looking arrangements at home. Floral Design Certificate elective

Fresh Cut and Plants Together | Korkey Noah Kibbey
Wed., June 16 | 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Demo only: $25 members | $30 nonmembers
With materials: $75 members | $80 nonmembers
Presented as a live webinar through Zoom
Objective: To be able to successfully mix fresh cut flowers with live plants in your arrangements
Level: Intermediate to advanced
Prerequisite: Basic Floral Design
Adding live plants to your arrangements, such as air plants and succulents, adds a fresh dimension to your arrangements, as well as something for guests to take home. Learn how to incorporate live plants into your dazzling arrangements and design your own arrangement along with the instructor. Floral Design Certificate elective

Floral Necklace Art | Sarah Needham
Tues., July 13 | 7 – 9 p.m.
Demo only: $25 members | $30 nonmembers
With materials: $70 members | $75 nonmembers
Presented as a live webinar through Zoom
Objective: To create a floral necklace
Level: Intermediate to advanced
Prerequisite: Some floral design experience recommended
Learn several wire techniques to create an artistic armature in which to attach various flowers and botanicals. Discussions will include proper tools, types of wire, materials and types of flowers best suited to staying fresh without a water source and proper material positioning. Floral Design Certificate elective

Topiary in Floral Design | Korkey Noah Kibbey
Wed., July 28 | 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Demo only: $25 members | $30 nonmembers
With materials: $75 members | $80 nonmembers
Presented as a live webinar through Zoom
Objective: To be able to create topiaries using fresh cut flowers
Level: Intermediate to advanced
Prerequisite: Basic Floral Design
Topiary arrangements help a designer make a big statement. Learn the techniques and mechanics of floral topiary design utilizing fresh cut flowers. Pick up materials from Phipps and design your own topiary piece along with the instructor. Floral Design Certificate elective

A Study in Sunflowers | Korkey Noah Kibbey
Wed., Aug 11 | 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Demo only: $25 members | $30 nonmembers
With materials: $75 members | $80 nonmembers
Presented as a live webinar through Zoom
Objective: To be able to use sunflowers in a variety of floral design styles
Level: Intermediate to advanced
Prerequisite: Basic Floral Design
Is there anything more iconic than a sunflower? Be inspired by this late season stunner and learn multiple ways you can use sunflowers in different designs. Pick up the materials to make your own arrangement along with the instructor. Floral Design Certificate elective

Phipps Flower Club: Local Flowers, Virtual Education: Late Season | Polly Berginc, AIFD
Late season pickup: Tuesdays: Aug. 17 and 31, Sept. 14 and 28, Oct. 12 | 2 – 6 p.m. | Phipps Garden Center in Mellon Park
Late season virtual classes: Wednesdays: Aug. 18, Sept. 1, 15 and 29, Oct. 13 | 7 – 8:30 p.m. | Classes are recorded for post-class review
Single season: $275 members | $305 nonmembers
Fill your home with flowers with Phipps’ new local flower subscription program. Pick up a fresh, bountiful bucket of seasonal flowers every two weeks from Phipps – supplied by local farmers, Cherry Valley Organics. Then tune in as Phipps’ floral instructor, Polly Berginc, shows you how to turn your flowers into a beautiful arrangement. Polly will guide you through proper flower care, the elements and principles of design, and lots of other tips and techniques for great looking arrangements at home. Floral Design Certificate elective