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Mar 25

Vegetable Garden Basics

Saturday, March 25
10:00 am
FREE

Know, grow and sow!  Tips and tricks for planning and planting a vegetable garden. From site selection to seed and plant choices, learn how to get started and glean a few tips from our experiences. 

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Past Events

Oct 8

Fall Container Garden Make & Take

Saturday, October 8
10:00 am 

Creating a container garden is a great way to get your creative juices flowing!  Think of adding a uniquely designed container garden to the landscape in the same way you would hang a piece of art in your home.  In this hands-on workshop we’ll give you all of the tips you need to create the perfect fall and winter container garden.  We’ll provide the pots, soil, plants, fertilizer and tips.  You do the planting and reap the rewards of a one of a kind garden in a pot.  Class is $40 pp.  Pay at time of class.  BYOG (Bring your own gloves).

Oct 1

Small Trees & Foundation Plants Workshop

Saturday, October 1
10:00 am 

Every great-looking yard starts with a solid foundation of quality trees and shrubs.  Foundation plants (planted around the front of your home) will compliment and accentuate your home and tie it to its surrounding landscape.  In this workshop, we’ll help you make make the right selection of evergreens, flowering shrubs and seasonal perennials to add texture and beauty to your landscape.  Add curb appeal and a family legacy to your yard today with these tried and true plant ideas.  Class is free.

Dec 10

Puppies & Poinsettias

Saturday, December 10
10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Join us for our Annual Puppies & Poinsettias Event benefiting BEST FRIEND PET ADOPTION .
Bring your furry friend and/or family for a photo shoot with Santa and Mrs. Claus with a colorful seasonal backdrop.
Browse our greenhouses filled with thousands of homegrown poinsettias and shop fresh greens, trees and wreaths.
Event is free, however donations are appreciated!  Photos will be available online to print a few days after the event.

100% of donations will benefit BFPA (bfpa.org)

Dec 3

Centerpiece Make & Take

Saturday, December 3
11:00 am 

Create a living centerpiece that will add a fresh pop of color to a Holiday tabletop.
We’ll show you how to plan and plant the perfect tabletop container garden filled with Poinsettias and houseplants. Cost is $40 pp.  Pay at time of class.  Fee includes plants, container, soil and fertilizer.

Nov 27

POSTPONED

Paint Your Pet’s Portrait

Sunday, November 27
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Paint Your Pet’s Portrait events are a great way to hang out with friends and unleash your creativity. Even if you’ve never painted before, Sherry Kendall, painting coach, will guide your group step-by-step through the painting process.

Prior to your Pet Portrait Paint event, each painter will upload a close-up photo of their pet onto our website. Sherry will then sketch each pet’s likeness onto their canvas.

When the painters arrive their canvases will be ready to paint their pet’s portrait.

Painters can get creative by adding their own special touches to their pet’s portrait masterpiece.

Refreshments and coupons will be provided to class participants.  Registration required.  $75.00 per portrait.  Class must meet minimum size requirement.

A portion of the class proceeds will be donated to Best Friend Pet Adoption (bfpa.org)

Nov 12

Yoga in the Greenhouse

Saturday, November 12
9:00 am 

Come flow with us!  Join us in the  warm, oxygen-filled greenhouse for a relaxing yoga flow class instructed by our friends from YogaSix Holly Springs! Find your favorite pose as poinsettias and houseplants grow in the background.  Relax in sav asana while surrounded by succulents.  Participants will receive a special gift and coupon to shop for plants after the class.  Registration required.  $20pp

Feb 11

Paint Your Pet’s Portrait

Saturday, February 11
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Paint Your Pet’s Portrait events are a great way to hang out with friends and unleash your creativity. Even if you’ve never painted before, Sherry Kendall, painting coach, will guide your group step-by-step through the painting process.

Prior to your Pet Portrait Paint event, each painter will upload a close-up photo of their pet onto our website. Sherry will then sketch each pet’s likeness onto their canvas.

When the painters arrive their canvases will be ready to paint their pet’s portrait.

Painters can get creative by adding their own special touches to their pet’s portrait masterpiece.

Refreshments and coupons will be provided to class participants.  Registration required.  $75.00 per portrait.  Class must meet minimum size requirement.

A portion of the class proceeds will be donated to Best Friend Pet Adoption (bfpa.org)

Feb 11

Yoga in the Greenhouse

Saturday, February 11
9:00 am 

Join us for an energizing flow with our friends from YogaSix Holly Springs.  Enjoy a 45 minute class followed by a quick talk to learn more about the air purifying and health benefits of houseplants!
 
Stay afterwards for our  Houseplant Open House including fun events, specials & workshops.
 
Saturday 2/11 @ 9-10am
$20 to join, your ticket includes a FREE houseplant & store coupon
Registration required via the link below:

Feb 11

Plant Propagation Workshop

Saturday, February 11
11:00 am
$20.00

Join us for a Make & Take Propagation Workshop complete with a behind the scenes tour of our growing greenhouses. 

Each participant will propagate and plant at least 5 plants to take home and grow.
All materials will be provided. Please bring gloves or pruning sheers if desired. The workshop will include a tour of our production greenhouse as well as a discussion on propagation techniques and growing strategies.
$20pp.  Pay at time of class.  Space is limited.  Registration required at link below:

Mar 18

Whimsical Garden Make & Take Workshop

Saturday, March 18
10:00 am
$20 pp

When it comes to gardening, a little imagination can go a long way.  Join us for a hands-on whimsical garden workshop where we’ll show you how to plant a small garden in almost anything!  Choose an unusual container or bring your own.  Ideas include (but definitely not limited to):
  • Anything that will hold soil  (Drain holes are optional)
  • Old boot or shoe
  • Cracked favorite bowl
  • Hat
  • Bottle
  • Planting in something that has a happy memory is always fun!

Container should be no more than 10″ ‘in diameter.  Class fee includes plants, soil and fertilizer.  $20pp (or per container).  Pay at time of class.

Mar 7

Carnivorous Plant Class

Tuesday, March 7
10:00 am
FREE

Teacher workday fun!  Learn all about the crazy, interesting world of carnivorous plants.  From Venus Fly Trap to Pitcher Plants, we’ll give you fun facts and care tips for these native favorites.
  • Beginner’s Basic Growing
  • Common Carnivorous Plants (Venus Fly Traps, Pitcher Plants, & Sundews)
  • Fun Facts

Class is geared towards kids and families but open to all ages!

Mar 4

Pruning Workshop

Saturday, March 4
11:00 am
FREE

Proper pruning techniques applied in the correct season will promote vigor and health in your landscape. Learn how to properly prune ornamental trees and shrubs.
Workshop will be conducted outdoors. Wear warm layers and comfy shoes. Workshop is free.