Chicago Botanic Garden

adult education classes

Garden and Landscape
Design Classes

With a variety of courses ranging from site analysis and construction to garden art and history, students learn the principles of garden design and how design relates to the environment. Explore sustainable, native landscapes, backyard or front yard design, green roofs, and plant combinations.

Landscaping for Privacy: Innovative Ways to Turn Your Outdoor Space into a Peaceful Retreat
A Lecture and Book-Signing Event
March 9
Friday
1 - 2 p.m.
Linnaeus Room

Bungalow Garden Design
March 21
Wednesday
6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Linnaeus Room

The American Cottage Garden
March 24
Saturday
1 – 3 p.m.
Linnaeus Room

The Shady Landscape
New!
March 27
Tuesday
9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Linnaeus Room<

Painting Your Garden with Plants: Sun and Shade
10% discount on 2 classes listed below

Designing the Sunny Border
April 14
Saturday
10 a.m. – noon
Linnaeus Room

Designing the Shade Garden
April 14
Saturday
1 – 3 p.m.
Linnaeus Room

A Rich Spot of Earth: Thomas Jefferson's Revolutionary Garden at Monticello
May 17
Thursday
1:30 – 3 p.m.
Alsdorf Auditorium


Weekend Designer Series

Foundation Planting Design
February 14
Tuesday
7 – 9 p.m.
Linnaeus Room

Front Yard Design
March 13
Tuesday
7 – 9 p.m.
Fairchild Room

Backyard Design
February 28
Tuesday
7 – 9 p.m.
Linnaeus Room

From the Drawing Board to the Border
March 6
Tuesday
7 – 9 p.m.
Linnaeus Room