Brighten the coldest days of winter with a little garden magic at Buck Naked Farm's Winter Bulb Basket Workshop on Sun, Jan 11, 2pm-4pm. Create your own layered bulb basket —a beautiful birch container planted with spring bulbs, ready to bloom indoors. You’ll learn how to plant bulbs in layers (“lasagna style”) for a sequence of blooms that...
Join the Chatham Community Library for Winter Seed Sowing on Thu, Jan 15, 11:30am-12:30pm. In this hands-on class, you will learn a simple, low-cost method of starting seeds outdoors using repurposed containers, which plants are suitable, and how to monitor and transplant the seedlings. This class is led by an NC State Cooperative Extension Master Gardener Volunteer...
At Winter Sowing Pollinator Flowers on Thu, Jan 29, 4pm-5pm, you'll join the Therapeutic Horticulture Extension Master Gardeners of Chatham County to learn about the benefits of growing native and pollinator flowers and how to winter sow. Winter sowing is the art of planting seeds in terrarium-like conditions and setting them outside to let nature work its...
Join Cactus Cowgirl for a Houseplant 101 Workshop: Pothos Party on Thu, Jan 29, 7pm-8:30pm. In this fun, beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn everything you need to know about pothos: varieties, light needs, watering tips, and how to keep them thriving long-term. Then, roll up your sleeves and get creative as you build your own lush, multi-pothos...
Join Cactus Cowgirl for Plant Bingo Night hosted on the last Friday of every month, 7pm-9pm. Get ready for a night of plants, prizes, and pure fun. There will be seven exciting rounds of bingo, each packed with chances to win awesome planty prizes—from houseplants to fun goodies you’ll love. Whether you’re a seasoned plant parent or...
Join NC State Entomology & Plant Pathology for an Ornamental Nursery and Greenhouse Conference on Wed, Feb 4, 9am-4:30pm at the Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center (CCACC). This educational conference is targeted at producers of ornamental crops, including woody plants, perennials, and bedding plants. Topics will include: Pest and disease management. IMP practices. Substrate selection. Weed management....
Join Cactus Cowgirl for a Houseplant 101 Workshop: Heart Ferns on Thu, Feb 5, 7pm-8:30pm. Love is in the air during this hands-on workshop for plant lovers of all levels. In this fun, hands-on class, you’ll learn everything you need to know about Heart Ferns: light needs, watering tips, and how to keep them thriving long-term....
Join For Garden's Sake for a Gardenside Chat - Pruning in Winter on Sat, Feb 7, 10am-10:30am. Learn how proper winter pruning can shape healthier, stronger shrubs and trees for the growing season ahead. During this informative lecture-based walk and talk, Shannon, FGS's Tree & Shrub Department Lead, shares expert tips on pruning for desired...
Join Cactus Cowgirl for a Galentine's Bouquet Workshop. Grab your best gal pals for a hands-on bouquet-building workshop where you’ll create your own arrangement to take home with you. During this fun, feel-good evening, you’ll design your own custom bouquet using beautiful, seasonal blooms. They'll guide you through the process step by step—no experience needed—so...
Join Briar Club for a Sweet Talkin' Floral Design Class on Tue, Feb 11, 7pm-9pm. This floral design class is equal parts playful, creative, and a little bit sweet. You'll design a...
Join Cactus Cowgirl for a Galentine's Bouquet Workshop. Grab your best gal pals for a hands-on bouquet-building workshop where you’ll create your own arrangement to take home with you. During this fun, feel-good evening, you’ll design your own custom bouquet using beautiful, seasonal blooms. They'll guide you through the process step by step—no experience needed—so...
Enjoy a cozy, creative February afternoon at Buck Naked Farm's Galentine's Wreath Workshop on Sun, Feb 15, 2pm-4pm. Celebrate the season of friendship with a hands-on workshop that blends herbal goodness, dried florals, and a little kitchen magic. Together you'll create practical, beautiful kitchen wreaths using fragrant culinary herbs, winter greenery, and a few dried blooms for texture and...
Join Chatham County Cooperative Extension for Creating Diverse Habitat for Pollinators and Other Beneficial Insects on Wed, Feb 18, 2pm-5pm at the Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center (CCACC). This in-person workshop will discuss how to create habitats for pollinators and other beneficial insects. The target audience is farmers and gardeners. NC State University, in collaboration with...
Join For Garden's Sake for a Gardenside Chat - Unicorn Shrubs on Sat, Feb 21, 10am-10:30am. FGS will explore evergreen and flowering shrubs that make a standout addition to any garden. Shannon, their Tree & Shrub Department Lead, will highlight “unicorn” shrubs—unique varieties known for their standout features, seasonal interest, and beauty—along with the care...
Join For Garden's Sake for Happy, Healthy Houseplants on Sat, Feb 22, 2pm-3:30pm at O'Kelly Chapel. This informative session will cover everything about houseplants, including the right plants for your home and how to care for them to keep them thriving. They'll also cover air-purifying and pet-friendly plants. FGS Plant Coach Amy Russell will lead...
Join Cactus Cowgirl for Plant Bingo Night hosted on the last Friday of every month, 7pm-9pm. Get ready for a night of plants, prizes, and pure fun. There will be seven exciting rounds of bingo, each packed with chances to win awesome planty prizes—from houseplants to fun goodies you’ll love. Whether you’re a seasoned plant parent or...
Join For Garden's Sake for a Kid's Succulent Plant Workshop on Sat, Feb 28, 1pm-3pm. Creativity blooms during this fun-filled workshop! Little gardeners will get their hands dirty potting their very own plant, complete with a chance to name their new succulent friend. While they dig, decorate, and play, they can cool off with a refreshing Sunset Slush...
Join For Garden's Sake for a Gardenside Chat - Repotting Houseplants on Sat, Mar 7, 10am-10:30am. Learn everything you need to know to up-pot and re-pot your plants for optimum health and growth in this lecture-based walk and talk. An FGS Plant Coach will be discussing how to ensure your leafy friend has everything it...
Join For Garden's Sake for an informative session on the benefits of Raised Bed Gardening on Sat, Mar 14, 10am-11am. This class will cover essential topics such as selecting the right materials, understanding the best planting timing, and basic gardening techniques. You'll also explore companion planting to enhance plant health and natural pest control strategies to keep...
Join For Garden's Sake for a Spring Wreath Workshop with J. White Florals on Sun, Mar 15, 2pm-4pm. Celebrate the season of renewal with an afternoon of creativity, fresh greenery, and spring blooms! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll design and build your own natural spring wreath using seasonal foliage, flowering branches, and delicate flowers that capture the...
