Edible Weeds and Wild Plants | Joshua Beblo

Sat., Aug. 19 | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

$20 members | $25 nonmembers
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Botany Hall

Objective: To be able to identify plants in the landscape that are edible
Level: Beginner to intermediate
Prerequisite: None

Many of the plants that we eat today are derived from or related to edible wild plants and weeds. First, learn identifying characteristics of some of these plants, including visual and geographic qualities, and then discover and taste samples of some of their culinary uses. If you have an adventurous appetite, are interested in foraging or just want to identify some common garden weeds, this workshop should satisfy your palate. Sustainable Horticulture Certificate elective course; PCH 2.0 | LA CES 2.0

Landscape Design II: Principles of Design | Acadia Klain

Tuesdays: Aug. 22, 29; Sept. 5, 12 | 7 – 9 p.m.

Field Trip: Tues., Sept. 19 | 6 – 8 p.m. New Session Added

$110 members | $130 nonmembers
Phipps Garden Center in Mellon Park

Objective: To understand and begin to apply the principles of aesthetics and design— including form, scale, rhythm, axis, color and texture—to landscapes
Level: Beginner to intermediate
Prerequisite: Landscape Graphics, Landscape Design I

Learn design principles in both two and three dimensions and reinforce your knowledge with exercises. Also, analyze the use of these design concepts in landscapes by examining slides, photos and magazines, and participating in a field trip. Landscape and Garden Design Certificate core course; PCH 10.0 | LA CES 10.0

Advanced Horticulture | Katie Schuller

Mondays: Sept. 11, 18 and 25; Oct. 2, 9 and 16 | 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.

$176 members | $196 nonmembers
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Botany Hall

Objective: To gain a deeper knowledge of horticultural practices, their underlying science and their applications in gardening
Level: Intermediate to advanced
Prerequisite: Basic Horticulture

Gain a deeper understanding of horticulture as you build on fundamentals you learned in Basic Horticulture. Learn more about plant physiology, soil science, integrated pest management and other horticultural practices through lectures and hands-on workshops. Sustainable Horticulture Certificate core course; PCH 16.0 | LA CES 16.

The History of the English Garden | Joshua Beblo

Mondays: Sept. 11, 18 and 25 | 7 – 9 p.m.

$66 members | $76 nonmembers
Phipps Garden Center in Mellon Park

Objective: To be able to describe the characteristics of English gardens from several historical periods
Level: Beginner to advanced
Prerequisite: None

The English garden has a rich heritage of design, using flower colors and plant forms to dictate its composition. Discover the varied characteristics of gardens throughout several periods, beginning in the medieval garden and continuing through contemporary practice and influences. Consider each style in the geographic, social and political context of its time period and explore plans and images of gardens that are still maintained today. Sustainable Horticulture and Landscape and Garden Design elective; PCH 6.0 | LA CES 6.0

Ecology and the Designed Landscape | John Totten and Linda Kramer

(Formerly known as Ecology and Conservation Concepts for Landscape Design)

Tuesdays: Sept. 26; Oct. 3 and 10 | 7 – 9 p.m.
Field trip: Sat., Sept. 30 | 10 a.m. – noon

$88 members | $98 nonmembers
Phipps Garden Center in Mellon Park

Objective: To be able to apply the basic concepts of plant ecology and local plant communities to the designed landscape
Level: Beginner to intermediate
Prerequisite: None

The fields of ecology and landscape architecture were developed together in the late 19th century. Their close alliance was nearly lost in the mid-20th century but has since been rediscovered as interest in ecological landscape design and sustainability has grown. Explore the basics of plant ecology and the plant communities of western Pennsylvania, and then learn to apply these ideas to the designed landscape. See how these principles can be applied on a field trip to a new plant-community-based landscape. Native Plant Landscapes Certificate core course; Sustainable Horticulture and Landscape and Garden Design Certificate elective; PCH 8.0 | LA CES 8.0

Landscape Design III: Design Development | Acadia Klain

Tuesdays: Oct. 3, 10, 17 and 24 | 7 – 9 p.m.

$88 members | $98 nonmembers
Phipps Garden Center in Mellon Park

Objective: To gain the experience and graphic skills needed to complete a master plan
Level: Intermediate
Prerequisite: Landscape Design I and II

Using skills learned in Landscape Design I and II, work through design development to create a master plan. Please bring the following items to the first class: an engineer’s scale, straight edge triangles (45° and 30° -60° -90°), mechanical pencils (one soft and one hard lead), a chisel point black marker, an extra fine point black Sharpie® marker and a small roll of tracing paper (bum wad). Landscape and Garden Design Certificate core course; Sustainable Horticulture Certificate elective; PCH 8.0 | LA CES 8.0

Gardening in the Shade | Leslie Kaplan

Wednesdays: Nov. 1, 8 and 15 | 7 – 9 p.m.

$66 members | $76 nonmembers
Phipps Garden Center in Mellon Park

Objective: To develop an appreciation of the shade garden and be able to select and situate appropriate plants for the shady site
Level: Beginner to intermediate
Prerequisite: None

Gardening in the shade is not difficult — it is just different! Shade gardens provide a peaceful retreat where you can highlight the simplicity and elegance of plants. Expand your plant palate and learn to combine a variety of forms, foliage textures and variegation to make your garden come alive. We will discuss different types of shade, as well as annuals, perennials and shrubs that thrive in shady conditions. Explore tried and true varieties as well as some of the newest cultivars that have recently been introduced to the trade. Sustainable Horticulture and Landscape and Garden Design elective; PCH 6.0 | LA CES 6.0

Saturday Plant Identification Walks | Joshua Beblo

Saturday, Aug. 12 | 10 a.m. – noon

$20 nonmembers | $25 members
Meeting locations vary, see below

The best way to learn about new plants is to see them firsthand in the landscape. On each Saturday walk, landscape architecture instructor and eminent plantsman Joshua Beblo will introduce you to dozens of plants in the landscape. Walks will focus on different themes, and any plants you pass are fair game for identification and discussion. Tune in to the wonderful world of plants all around you. Additional walk details will be sent out to registered students. Sustainable Horticulture and Landscape and Garden Design elective

Aug 12: Grasses and Perennials for Texture | Phipps Garden Center in Mellon Park