Classes & Workshops

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Morgan Cichewicz

We offer a range of online learning opportunities from in-depth courses to casual tours. Our Continuing Education offerings provide useful and practical information that will enhance your knowledge, whatever your level of gardening experience.

Whether a homeowner, hobby gardener, artist, horticulturist, or landscape professional, you will find something to help you grow.

Upcoming Classes & Workshops

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Floral Spotlight: Gardens of Italy 

Join Longwood Floral designer Shannon Toal as she digs into the elements of Italian garden design. 

July 14, 2022 at 6 pm
Woody Plant Conference

Delve into the latest trends about woody plants during this hybrid conference.

July 15, 2022
Understanding Plants: Teacher Edition

Fully online. Include plant knowledge in your classroom by learning plant ID and description.

June 20–August 12, 2022
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Plantology on Tap: Crafting Botanically Inspired Herbal Cocktails 

Longwood at the Creamery. Learn about the ins, outs, and whys of crafting botanically inspired herbal cocktails.

July 21, 2022 at 5:30 pm
Introduction to Graphic Communications

5 online sessions. Learn the standard tools and practices used to represent the landscape.

Starts August 7, 2022
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Plantology on Tap: Tasty Tomatoes 

Longwood at the Creamery. Listen to advice and top tips for growing your own tomatoes. 

August 18, 2022 at 5:30 pm
Landscape Design I

Fully online. Learn about design processes, traditional landscape graphics, and sustainable landscapes.

Starts September 14, 2022
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Planting Design

7 sessions, fully online. Create beautiful planting designs with balance, repetition, and cohesiveness.

Starts October 2, 2022
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People, Plants, & Landscape Design

4 sessions. Learn how to define spaces that are truly supportive of people and plants.

Starts October 5, 2022
Vegetables, Herbs, Fruits, and Nuts

Fully online. Learn how to identify popular (and tasty) vegetables, herbs, fruits, and easy-to-grow nut trees.

October 10–November 21, 2022
Trees, Shrubs, and Conifers

Fully online. Explore the world of woody plants, including flowering trees, shrubs, and conifers.

October 10–November 21, 2022
Annuals, Perennials, and Vines

Fully online. Explore a collection of popular plants that will add a burst of color and texture to your garden.

October 10–November 21, 2022
Houseplants, Succulents, and Cacti

Fully online. Learn how to identify, care for, and incorporate these plants into your home.

October 10–November 21, 2022
Perennial Plant Virtual Conference

Join recognized experts for a day long conference with an educational focus.

October 14, 2022
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