Teacher Highlight

Calvert Crary

Calvert Crary is the Executive Director of both FlowerSchool New York and FlowerSchool Los Angeles.

An internationally recognized instructor and mentor, Calvert has taught programs across the United States, Holland, Mexico and Australia. He hasbeen invited to design tables at the prestigious Orchid Dinner at The Plaza Hotel, spoken to Garden Clubs across America, and served as a judge at the PHS Philadelphia Flower Show.

Calvert has trained and coached thousands of students on how to work in the floral industry with top designers, start new businesses, or reorganize existing floral businesses into thriving careers.

In addition to his teaching and leadership roles, he is the author of influential books on floral design, including Flower School: A Practical Guide to the Art of Flower Arranging, and has co-authored other educational titles such as The Encyclopedia of Cut Flowers: What Flowers to Buy, Where to Buy Them, and How to Keep Them Alive Longer. He was featured in The New York Times “Sunday Routine” section this past July, 2025.

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Upcoming Classes with Calvert Crary

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Multiple Dates
Tue, Jul 21
2-Day Advanced Design Series
New York
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Jul 21, 2026, 10:30 AM – Jul 22, 2026, 4:00 PM
New York, 253 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
The Advanced Design Series builds upon skills such as color theory, recipe building and, ultimately, developing personal style in floral design. This course gives students the confidence to take their skills to the next level, pushing them to become true florists!
Tue, Sep 08
Stem to Studio: Flower Buying Trip + Design Class
FlowerSchool NY
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Sep 08, 2026, 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
FlowerSchool NY, 253 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
Join us for a buying tour of the famous New York Flower District followed by a floral arranging class at FlowerSchool NY
Multiple Dates
Mon, Sep 14
2-Day Introduction To Design Series
New York
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Sep 14, 2026, 10:30 AM – Sep 15, 2026, 4:00 PM
New York, 253 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
The 2-Day Introduction to Design Series teaches the essential technical skills professional florists use every day, from using floral tools and managing time to working with a variety of flowers and foundational arrangement structures.
Multiple Dates
Mon, Sep 14
5-Day Intensive Series
New York
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Sep 14, 2026, 10:30 AM – Sep 18, 2026, 1:30 PM
New York, 253 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
This 5-Day Intensive Program is the combination of the 2-Day Introduction to Design Series and the 3-Day Intermediate Series.
Multiple Dates
Wed, Sep 16
3-Day Intermediate Design Series
New York
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Sep 16, 2026, 9:30 AM – Sep 18, 2026, 4:00 PM
New York, 253 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
The 3-Day Intermediate Series builds on foundational florist skills, teaching professional techniques, flower sourcing, recipe-building, and the final 6 Pillars of Floral Conditioning, with a guided tour of NYC’s famous flower market.
Multiple Dates
Mon, Sep 21
Introduction to Freelance: Conditioning Lab
New York
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Sep 21, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
New York, 253 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
This project management program offers students a hands-on experience in flower care, conditioning, and identification while teaching essential project management and freelance skills.
Multiple Dates
Mon, Sep 21
Introduction to Freelance: Professional Skills
New York
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Sep 21, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
New York, 253 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
This project management program offers a unique and immersive experience that simulates the world of freelancing in a creative and engaging manner.
Multiple Dates
Tue, Sep 22
2-Day Advanced Design Series
New York
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Sep 22, 2026, 10:30 AM – Sep 23, 2026, 4:00 PM
New York, 253 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
The Advanced Design Series builds upon skills such as color theory, recipe building and, ultimately, developing personal style in floral design. This course gives students the confidence to take their skills to the next level, pushing them to become true florists!
Multiple Dates
Thu, Sep 24
Floral Photography & Marketing 101
New York
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Sep 24, 2026, 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM
New York, 253 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
In this classroom course, students will learn practical skills of how to capture and market their floral designs in a captivating and impactful manner.
Multiple Dates
Mon, Sep 28
1-Day Wiring Techniques & Methods
New York
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Sep 28, 2026, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
New York, 253 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
This program is a professionally-oriented program for those wanting to learn the techniques for wiring flowers, a skill that is specific to the high-end florists.
Multiple Dates
Thu, Oct 01
Decorations & Sympathy
FlowerSchool NY
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Oct 01, 2026, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
FlowerSchool NY, 253 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
This class teaches students how to create poignant floral arrangements for a variety of life’s events. This class will empower students to feel prepared to work with clients and produce beautiful pieces for different moments.
Multiple Dates
Fri, Oct 02
Flower Shop Tour
FlowerSchool NY
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Oct 02, 2026, 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM
FlowerSchool NY, 253 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
Take a tour of New York City’s Finest flower shops with the FlowerSchool! Meet accomplished designers and see the wonderful world of NYC’s floral industry.
Multiple Dates
Mon, Oct 05
2-Day Flower Shop Series
FlowerSchool NY
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Oct 05, 2026, 10:30 AM – Oct 06, 2026, 4:00 PM
FlowerSchool NY, 253 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
Running a flower shop plays an important part in the flower industry. This program will build the foundation of all flower shop business.
Multiple Dates
Mon, Oct 19
2-Day Introduction To Design Series
New York
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Oct 19, 2026, 10:30 AM – Oct 20, 2026, 4:00 PM
New York, 253 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
The 2-Day Introduction to Design Series teaches the essential technical skills professional florists use every day, from using floral tools and managing time to working with a variety of flowers and foundational arrangement structures.
Multiple Dates
Mon, Oct 19
5-Day Intensive Series
New York
Register Here
Oct 19, 2026, 10:30 AM – Oct 23, 2026, 1:30 PM
New York, 253 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
This 5-Day Intensive Program is the combination of the 2-Day Introduction to Design Series and the 3-Day Intermediate Series.
Multiple Dates
Wed, Oct 21
3-Day Intermediate Design Series
New York
Register Here
Oct 21, 2026, 9:30 AM – Oct 23, 2026, 4:00 PM
New York, 253 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
The 3-Day Intermediate Series builds on foundational florist skills, teaching professional techniques, flower sourcing, recipe-building, and the final 6 Pillars of Floral Conditioning, with a guided tour of NYC’s famous flower market.
Multiple Dates
Mon, Oct 26
Introduction to Freelance: Conditioning Lab
New York
Register Here
Oct 26, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
New York, 253 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
This project management program offers students a hands-on experience in flower care, conditioning, and identification while teaching essential project management and freelance skills.
Multiple Dates
Mon, Oct 26
Introduction to Freelance: Professional Skills
New York
Register Here
Oct 26, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
New York, 253 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
This project management program offers a unique and immersive experience that simulates the world of freelancing in a creative and engaging manner.