Events In Person and Online
Our 2026 schedule is in the works! More classes are being added weekly.
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Virtual Plant Clinic
Thursday, February 12, 2:00 pm
Webinar
Join David Yost for a discussion of seasonal gardening topics, followed by Q&A. Topics are announced a few days before each clinic. All are welcome!
Hellebores and Dependable Groundcovers
Tuesday, February 17, 12:00 pm
Webinar
Hellebores and many other perennials make beautiful, easy to grow and dependable groundcovers. In this class Peg will share some of her favorite groundcovers, with her tips for growing them in your garden. If you are looking for a plant that grows in shade, something to fill in your garden beds or perhaps for a lawn alternative there are a wide variety of options to choose from.
Winter Seeding: Hardy Plants for Pollinators
Thursday, February 19, 12:00pm
Webinar
Join us for a fun spin on seed starting in the winter! In this class, Peg Bier will discuss seeds you can start outside during the winter to support the birds, bees and butterflies as they grow in the spring. Peg will discuss both annuals and perennials.
Principles of Pruning
Saturday, February 21, 10:00 am
Fair Oaks Store
Learn the basics of pruning deciduous trees and shrubs, including the tools, techniques and timing for pruning in the winter. David Yost will take questions from the audience, so please bring any questions you have about your garden.
This class is free to attend. All are welcome!
Virtual Plant Clinic
Thursday, February 26, 2:00 pm
Webinar
Join David Yost for a discussion of seasonal gardening topics, followed by Q&A. Topics are announced a few days before each clinic. All are welcome!
Indoor Seed Starting
Saturday, February 28, 10:00 am
Fair Oaks Store
Learn how to start seeds indoors, including the types of seeds to start now, the supplies needed to begin, when to plant, and issues to look out for. James White will share some of his recommended seeds to begin and his tips for successfully growing your seeds inside for a jump start on the spring season.
This class is free to attend. All are welcome!
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.
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
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.
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!
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.