Looking for creative ways to elevate the aesthetic of your floral designs—all while keeping the health of the environment in mind?
Learn cutting-edge, sustainable floral design tools and techniques, including smart alternatives to single-use plastic floral foam and how to use reusable and biodegradable mechanics like pin frogs. Create an eco-friendly floral design to proudly display in your home and carry with you some mindful materials and newfound skills you can use again and again.
Certificate Information
This course is an elective component of our Floral Design Certificate.
Location
The Grove Studios 104 & 105
Instructor
Roseann Christian
Roseann Christian is a graduate of Longwood Gardens Certificate of Merit in Floral Design. She completed a European Masters Certification program in Belgium, led by Tomas De Bruyne, in September 2018 and received her certification in October 2018. She is a member of the Garden Club of America and an Approved judge in the GCA Judging Program. Her designs have won awards at Club, Zone, and Philadelphia Flower Shows. She owns a small floral design business, providing floral creations for weddings and events. Christian has been a volunteer for several years in Longwood's Continuing Education Department, primarily in floral design classes.
Supplies
All consumable supplies, including flowers, are included with your registration. Classroom tools will be available; students interested in purchasing their own tools should bring:
- Wire cutters
- Floral scissors
- Pruners
Looking for Supplies?
Look to our Floral Essentials Kit, available on The Garden Shop online. Designed for students taking floral design courses at Longwood, this kit includes high-quality tools and accessories for you to use during class and long after.
