Events In Person and Online
Our 2026 schedule is in the works! More classes are being added weekly.
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No Fear Rose Pruning
Thursday, March 5, 12:00 pm
Webinar
Pam Powers, Consulting Rosarian for the Arlington Rose Foundation, joins us for this informative class on pruning roses. Learn the steps, techniques and tools used in pruning to achieve healthy, thriving plants. Pam will offer a live demonstration with several types of roses in this class.
Spring Blooms in the Garden
Saturday, March 7, 10:00 am
Fair Oaks Store
Learn about the wide variety of blooming annuals and perennials you can add to the garden for a burst of spring color. Peg will be covering flowers that make excellent cut flowers, including her tips for growing them and some ideas for planning your own arrangements with flowers from your garden.
This class is free to attend. All are welcome!
Growing African Violets
Tuesday, March 10, 12:00 pm
Webinar
Learn how to grow beautiful African Violets! In this class, Louis Ratchford will share his tips and methods for growing healthy African violets with beautiful blooms. He will cover water, light, potting soil, how to encourage your plant to bloom, and more.
Virtual Plant Clinic: Spring Lawn Care
Thursday, March 12, 2:00 pm
Webinar
This week, join David to discuss spring lawn care, including seeding, fertilizing and weed control and prevention.
Spring Lawn Care
Saturday, March 14, 10:00 am
Fair Oaks Store
Join David Yost to learn about the steps you can take to prepare your lawn for spring. This class will cover the timing for tasks including weed prevention and control, fertilizing, seeding and liming the lawn. Bring questions about your own lawn for our Q&A period.
This class is free to attend. All are welcome!
Summer Blooming Bulbs and Perennials
Tuesday, March 17, 12:00 pm
Webinar
Learn about the beautiful variety of summer bulbs you can plant now to enjoy this summer! Vibrant foliage, spectacular blooms for both sun and shady areas of the garden. Peg will share classics as well as some of her personal favorites.
Orchid Care Basics
Saturday, March 21, 10:00 am
Fair Oaks Store
Learn everything you need to know to grow thriving orchids at home! In this class, Paul will discuss lighting, water, pots and potting media, repotting, rebloom and more. This is the perfect class for beginners looking to purchase their first orchids, or for anyone looking for tips on the orchids they already have.
This class is free to attend. All are welcome!
Native Plants for Spring
Sunday, March 22, 1:00 pm
Fair Oaks Store
Spring is a beautiful time or renewal and a wonderful opportunity to enjoy our native plants! In this class, Louis will discuss some of his favorite native plants of the spring season, from ephemerals like Virginia bluebells to blooming trees like our native redbud.
This class is free to attend. All are welcome!
Roses: Know and Grow
Saturday, March 28, 10:00 am
Fair Oaks Store
Pam Powers, Consulting Rosarian of the Arlington Rose Foundation, joins us for a class on selecting, planting and growing beautiful roses. Learn about the best varieties to grow in your garden as well as the tools, techniques and care requirements for your rose plants. This is a great class for experienced rose growers and beginners alike.
This class is free and open to all!
Queens of the Garden: Peony and Bearded Iris
Tuesday, April 7, 12:00 pm
Webinar
Peonies and Bearded Iris are two of the most spectacular blooms of spring, and with a little knowledge you can enjoy them at home! Peg will discuss her favorite varieties and offer her tips for planting, light, water and more as she teaches class attendees how to grow these stunning plants for their own gardens.
Native Trees for Arbor Day
Tuesday, April 21, 12:00 pm
Webinar
Join Michael Fahey, ISA certified arborist and Merrifield Plant Specialist, to learn about the many excellent native trees available to us in Virginia for shade, focal points in the garden, screening and more. This class will include both evergreen and deciduous trees.
Summer Container Gardens
Tuesday, April 28, 12:00 pm
Webinar
Learn how to design and select plants for beautiful summer container gardens! In this inspirational class, Peg will share her tips and secrets for planting long-lasting containers full of blooms and bright color for both sun and shade.