Most of our classes are free. We ask that you please call the stores to in advance to register. Class size is limited. As thanks for attending, you will receive a 25% discount on all purchases at the end of each class (excluding bulk and propane).

All classes are at 1pm at both of our locations unless otherwise noted. Click here for directions.

Pruning 101
Amherst: March 8, 2008
North Ridgeville: March 15, 2008
Learn the how, what, when, where of pruning your landscape plants and trees. Maintaining expensive landscape plants can be a daunting task. Our class will help you understand pruning basics and give you the confidence to properly maintain your plants. Class is FREE.

Garden Mosaics (Hands-on class)
North Ridgeville: April 5, 2008, 10am-3pm
Amherst: April 19, 2008, 10am-3pm
Join us for an all-day hands-on workshop all about garden mosaics. The day includes a morning class on proper equipment and basic how-to’s, a boxed lunch, and an afternoon of hands-on work on your personal project. A list of equipment you must bring will be provided when you pre-pay. Pre-registration is required so supplies can be ordered for the class. Cost is $55.00.

Beautiful Dahlias
Amherst: April 12, 2008, 10am-12pm
North Ridgeville: April 12, 2008, 1-3pm
Have you seen those gorgeous dahlias at the county fair? Dahlia grower Greg Blank will present to you a program and share his expertise and truly get you pumped up about these beautiful plants. Class is FREE.

Basic Herb Plants
Amherst (only): April 12, 2008, 1-3pm
Everyone loves the flavor of Rosemary, Sage, Basil, Parsley, Thyme and Chives. Now learn the culinary uses for them!! We will help you with designing, planting and maintaining these plants. Also for the container gardener, we have plenty of pottery for you to choose from. Cost $12.00 plants only, does not include pottery.

Organics 101
Amherst: April 16, 2008, 6pm
North Ridgeville: April 17, 2008, 6pm
Learn how to take care of all your growing needs with fertilizers for lawn and garden and pesticides for your lawn and garden and basic organic care.

Container Garden (Hands-on class)
North Ridgeville (only): April 26, 2008, 1-3pm
Looking for that perfect container of beautiful plants for your porch or deck? Then this class is for you. We will help you plant a porch pot, pick out the plants to complement each other, determine if it will go in sun or shade, and explain how to maintain it. Cost is $25.00 this includes a 12” terra cotta pot.

Roses, Roses, Roses
North Ridgeville: May 3, 2008, 10am-12pm
Jerry Amoroso from Weeks Roses will be here to guide you thru growing and caring for your Weeks Roses!! Learn from the best. He will also explain container gardening for your roses. They really are beautiful in pots in thru your garden. Class is FREE.

Amherst: April May 3, 2008, 1-3pm
Jerry and Dr. Pottschmidt (2008 AARS Winner for his hybridized Dream Come True rose) will be at our Amherst store to again share with you care of your beautiful Weeks Roses, and Dr. Pottschmidt will also do a tag signing!!! Class is FREE.

Vegetable Gardening
Amherst: May 10, 2008
North Ridgeville: May 17, 2008
This is a class for all who love vegetable gardening!! Our discussion will include soil improvement, weed control, basic vegetable garden design, and the best varieties for you, the Veggie Gardener. Class is FREE.

Bloom Master Planting
North Ridgeville: May 17, 2008, 10am-12pm
Amherst: May 17, 2008, 1-3pm
New for us this year an awesome way to make that WOW factor in your gardens!! It’s a new way of potting up your flowers to produce the MOST unique garden display. You’ll love it!! Cost is $15.00.

Spring Open House
May 17, 2008
Please join us for our annual Open House Growing Arts Tour weekend!! Special discounts, drawings, munchies, a good time will be had by all!! Call store for hours.

Perennials
Amherst: June 14, 2008
North Ridgeville: June 21, 2008
The Biggest and the Smallest. Slides will introduce you to the garden monsters and the tiny tuck in perennials. Learn where to find, how to grow, maintain, and propagate these very interesting perennials. Class is FREE.

Insects In Your Garden
Amherst: July 12, 2008
North Ridgeville: July 19, 2008
Know them and control them—or not. Slides will help you identify the good and the bad insects in your garden. Organic controls will be discussed and ways to increase the “good” bugs will be shown. Class is FREE.

Companion Plants In Your Garden
Amherst: August 9, 2008
North Ridgeville: August 16, 2008
The proper plant combinations can help your garden stay healthy. Slides and plant specimens will be used to help you understand the relationship plants have with each other. Herbs, flowers, and veggies will be discussed. Class is FREE.

2nd Annual Photo Contest
August 2-16, 2008
Join us for our 2nd Annual Photo Contest!! From August 2-16, submit 3 photos per entry at different angles of your veggie garden, flower garden, or landscape. All work must be done by the homeowner. Minimum picture size is 3"x5". No electronic pictures. Winners will be determined by the largest number of votes and winners will be announced Saturday, August 30. Every customer may vote one time per category per visit. Prizes: three gift certificates, one per category.

All About Bulbs
Amherst: September 13, 2008
North Ridgeville: September 20, 2008
Give your garden something new. Add bulbs that bloom in the early spring, summer, and fall. Slides will introduce you to fabulous flowers that you can add to your gardens. Also a source list will be passed out. Class is FREE.

Winterizing Your Roses
North Ridgeville: September 27, 2008, 10am
Amherst: September 27, 2008, 1pm
Jerry Amoroso from Weeks Roses will show you how to prepare your roses for winter. This is a free class

Fall Open House
Both locations: September 27, 2008
Huge tree, shrub, and perennial sale. We have all your fall décor: pumpkins, gourds, corn stalks. Meet Hector the Scarecrow. Bring your camera! Author Carol G. Klear will also be on-hand from 11am-1pm to sign copies of her new book, North Ridgeville.

Build a Scarecrow Contest
Both locations: October 11, 2008, 10am-2pm
Build a scarecrow at either store. We will provide the straw, you bring whatever else you’ll need to bring it to life!! Leave it for all of our customers to judge and the winner of the most awesome scarecrow will receive a $50.00 gift card and will be announced October 25th. Cost is FREE.

Winter Ready Garden
Amherst: November 8, 2008
North Ridgeville: November 15, 2008
Is your landscape ready for winter? Learn what you can do to help your plants survive the winter and be ready for healthy spring growth. Class is FREE.

Make a Holiday Wreath
North Ridgeville (only): November 30, 2008, 11am-2pm
Bring your pruners, wire cutters and your holiday spirit and we will provide the rest!! Make a fresh wreath from assorted greens and Christmas decorations. Pick a beautiful bow and you’ll be ready for the holidays!! Class is $25.00.

Annual Christmas Open House
Both locations: December 6, 2008, 9am-7pm
Join us for a fun filled day with Santa, take your own photos, pets welcome. Browse through our shops to find the “perfect” Christmas tree and all your holiday decorations!!

Remember the Birds
Amherst: December 13, 2008
North Ridgeville: December 20, 2008
Join us for a hands on class all about birds. Everyone can make a variety of ornaments to take home for their own birds. This class is a great family class!! Pre-registration is required. Class is $5.00.

Our kids classes are limited in size so please call and register early. Also, if there is a fee for the class, please pay when you register your child. Parents MUST stay while their child is in class. Each child will receive a certificate when they complete their first class and a ribbon for each class they complete after that. They will receive a great job ribbon to attach to the certificate, when they have 8 ribbons they can attend the August class "Making Your Own Stepping Stone" for free!

After all the classes we would like to hang all the certificates up on our "Brag Board" to show what "our" kids have done!

Garden Aquarium with Fish - $5.00
Saturday, February 9, 2008

Sand Art Terrarium - $5.00
Saturday, March 8, 2008

Make a Greenhouse for Spring - $5.00
Saturday, April 12, 2008

Make a Mother's Day Butterfly Garden - $10.00
Saturday, May 10, 2008

Father's Day Fountain - Fee TBA
Saturday, June 14, 2008

Succulent Garden - $5.00
Saturday, July 12, 2008

Make Your Own Stepping Stone - $10.00
Saturday, August 9, 2008

Don't forget with 8 completed classes, the Stepping Stone class will be free!