The Woody Plants of Summer: Native Plants

Discover some of New Jersey’s most useful native plants through classroom presentations and an outdoor experience in Rutgers Gardens.

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American Wisteria - example of a woody native plant

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The next offering of this course is tentatively planned for Summer 2023. Please join our email list to be notified when the next offering is scheduled!

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Course Details

Course Name: The Woody Plants of Summer: Native Plants
Course Code: AL0262CA23
Date of Most Recent Offering: July 21, 2022

Date: TBD
Time: TBD am – TBD pm EDT (Check-in time: TBD am)

Location: Holly House, 130 Log Cabin Rd, New Brunswick, NJ 08816 (Directions & Map)
Format: Classroom course with outdoor learning experience in Rutgers Gardens

Registration Fee: $TBD per person
Registration Closes: TBD

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Course Overview

In this class, instructor Steve Kristoph will teach you about some of New Jersey’s most useful plants. You’ll learn what they are, where they grow, and when to plant many of the species and cultivars that are leading the current trend in woody plant material. These are the plants used by top landscape architects and designers. The course will begin with a classroom presentation followed by an outdoor experience in Rutgers Gardens where students will learn how to identify and appreciate the ornamental value of these wonderful plants.

Come discover some of New Jersey’s most useful native plants, including but not limited to:

  • American Wisteria
  • Black Chokeberry
  • Climbing Hydrangea
  • Hop-Hornbeam
  • Moosewood
  • Paw Paw
  • And much more!

Who Should Attend?

If you want to learn more about some of the woody plants native to New Jersey, this course is for you! Past participants have included:

  • Environmental Commission Members
  • Groundskeepers
  • Home Gardeners
  • Landscape Designers
  • Master Gardeners
  • Propagation Technicians

Meet Your Instructor

Steve Kristoph, Steven Kristoph Nursery

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Steve Kristoph is widely known for his encyclopedic knowledge of plant material. He received his Bachelors and Masters degrees in horticulture from Rutgers University, and he has been an adjunct instructor at Rutgers for over 25 years. He also owns and operates Steven Kristoph Nursery in Monmouth County, NJ, where he grows many types of ornamental trees, shrubs and herbaceous perennials. The landscaping division of his business, P. Steven Kristoph Garden Design, serves both residential and commercial customers and offers a full range of services, including design, installation, maintenance and seasonal color. Steve is passionate about plants and enjoys sharing his passion with others. Plant walks with him are always an adventure!

Student Reviews

“Great opportunity to learn about and see native plants, guided by an expert.”

– Past Participant

Most useful part of the course: “Introduction to so many previously unknown natives.”

– Past Participant

“[I learned about] Various native species that I will recommend our municipality uses in future.”

– Past Participant

Continuing Education Credits

The most recent offering of The Woody Plants of Summer: Native Plants was approved for the following credits from professional organizations. We will reapply for similar credits the next time the course runs, but we cannot guarantee credit approval for future offerings.

The Woody Plants of Summer: Native Plants course is approved for the following credits from professional organizations.

State of New Jersey map iconNew Jersey

NJ Certified Public Works Managers (CPWM): 5 Technical Contact Hours

NJ Licensed Tree Experts (LTE/LTCO): 4 CEUs

NJ Urban and Community Forestry (NJUCF): 4 CEUs

World map icon International

International Society of Arboriculture (ISA): Certified Arborist: 4; BCMA – Practice: 4

Meals

Place setting icon with napkin, plate, fork, and knifeNo breakfast will be provided. Box lunches will be available for pre-registered attendees only.

NOTE: If you have any dietary restrictions or food allergies, please alert us at least one (1) week in advance of the course start date so that we can make reasonable accommodations. We cannot guarantee accommodations for special requests made after that time.

Course Requirements and Policies

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All students attending classes in person are required to comply with these rules to gain entry to class:

  • Provide proof of full vaccination* or proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test (test performed within 72 hours of the event)
  • Present valid photo ID with name matching vaccination card or negative test result
  • Wear face masks indoors in all indoor spaces (includes both classrooms and public spaces like restrooms, hallways, elevators, stairwells, etc.). Masks may be temporarily removed while eating or drinking indoors.

To ensure adequate time for an immune response to occur, a person is considered fully vaccinated 2 weeks after completion of a two-dose mRNA series (Pfizer or Moderna) or one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.

If you are not feeling well or have any COVID symptoms, please protect yourself and others by staying home. Contact us to cancel your registration at 848-932-9271, option 2 or registration@njaes.rutgers.edu.

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Pre-registration is required. We’re sorry, but we cannot guarantee a seat, materials, or meals for walk-in registrants.

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A $35 cancellation fee applies for this course. Substitutions are permitted. View our cancellation policy.

Program Questions? We’re Here to Help!

If you have any questions about The Woody Plants of Summer: Native Plants, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.

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Program Coordinator: Joe Canzano
848-932-7317
joe.canzano@rutgers.edu

For registration assistance, please contact our Registration Department at 848-932-9271, option 2 or email registration@njaes.rutgers.edu.

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