Upcoming Workshops & Seminars
Each season we select local gardening experts and designers, as well as our knowledgeable senior staff, to teach seminars & workshops in our popular gardening education series. Unless otherwise noted, seminars are free for Rewards Members and $10 for non-members. Workshop fees are additional and depend on the products used. All participants receive a 10% off coupon for redemption at any of our locations. Please call ahead to the seminar location to register in advance. Attendance is limited.
Make & Take Workshop: Create a Hanging Houseplant Planter
Go vertical with hanging houseplants to brighten indoor spaces. Our designers will discuss hanging plant options and containers — you’ll choose from a variety of combinations for your small or large space. Take home one (or more) to display around your home or office. Class includes soil, fertilizer, moss, and gravel. Fee: Free for Rewards Members, $10 for Non-Members (Membership is free). *Plants and Pots are charged separately* Please call ahead to the seminar location to register in advance. Attendance is limited.
- Saturday, February 1, 10am, Pleasant Hill (Alex Friedman)
- Saturday, February 1, 2pm, Diablo Rd., Danville (Staff)
- Sunday, February 2, 10am, Kentfield (Jen Strobel)
- Sunday, February 2, 11am, Sloat Blvd., SF (Taylor Pochron)
- Sunday, February 2, 2pm, Miller Ave., Mill Valley (Jen Strobel)
- Sunday, February 2, 10am, Novato (Teri Pray)
Seminar: Learn to Prune Japanese Maples
Pruning professional Elizabeth Ruiz will teach you the correct way to prune these beautiful trees. She’ll also demonstrate how Japanese Maples can be shaped through pruning. This is a great class for all skill levels. Fee: Free for Rewards Members, $10 for Non-Members (Membership is free). Please call ahead to the seminar location to register in advance. Attendance is limited.
- Saturday, February 1st, 10am, Diablo Rd., Danville
- Saturday, February 1st, 2pm, Sloat Blvd., SF
- Sunday, February 2nd, 10am, Miller Ave., Mill Valley
- Sunday, February 2nd, 2pm, Kentfield
Seminar: Prepare Your Spring Vegetable Garden (Part 1)
Spring is a wonderful time to grow your own food! In the first part of this class our expert staff will discuss how to prepare the garden soil, plan a vegetable garden, offer design tips, and troubleshoot. Stay tuned for part 2 of the class later this winter! Fee: Free for Rewards Members, $10 for Non-Members (Membership is free). Please call ahead to the seminar location to register in advance. Attendance is limited.
- Saturday, February 8, 10am, Miller Ave., Mill Valley (Dan Alexander)
- Saturday, February 8, 10am, Kentfield (Michael Wilson)
- Sunday, February 9, 10am, Diablo Rd., Danville (Staff)
- Sunday, February 9, 10am, Novato (Staff)
- Sunday, February 9, 10am, Concord (Dustin Strobel)
- Sunday, February 9, 10am, Pleasant Hill (LeAnn Quinn)
- Sunday, February 23, 11am, Sloat Blvd., SF (Taylor Pochron)
Make & Take Workshop: Indoor Bonsai 101
Join us for an indoor version of our popular Bonsai class. Our knowledgeable staff will guide you through basic bonsai planting and care techniques using indoor plants. You’ll create a beautiful 4″ planted bonsai to bring home and enjoy, along with instructions on how to care for and maintain it. Class fee includes 4” bonsai pot, plant, soil, fertilizer. Fee: $30 for Rewards Members, $40 for Non-Members (Membership is free). Please call ahead to the seminar location to register in advance. Attendance is limited.
- Saturday, February 8, 10am, Pleasant Hill (Tim Nash)
- Saturday, February 8, 10am, Novato (Nick Yanchunis)
- Sunday, February 16, 11am, Sloat Blvd., SF (Taylor Pochron)
- Sunday, February 16, 2pm, Sloat Blvd., SF (Taylor Pochron)
Make & Take Workshop: Seed Starting 101
Now is the time to start warm weather seeds that will grow into vibrant flowers and vegetables this spring. Join us and learn techniques and tips for growing from seed. Choose from a variety of seed packs and containers to plant your own. This workshop includes seed starter soil mix. Fee: Free for Rewards Members, $10 for Non-Members (Membership is free). *Seed packs and Pots are charged separately* Please call ahead to the seminar location to register in advance. Attendance is limited.
- Saturday, February 15, 10am, Pleasant Hill (Tim Nash)
- Saturday, February 15, 10am, Miller Ave., Mill Valley (Dan Alexander)
- Sunday, February 16, 10am, Kentfield (Michael Wilson)
- Sunday, February 16, 10am, Diablo Rd., Danville (Staff)
- Sunday, February 16, 10am, Concord (Dustin Strobel)
- Sunday, February 16, 10am, Novato (Staff)
- Sunday, February 23, 2pm, Sloat Blvd., SF (Taylor Pochron)
Seminar: Gardening Success with Soil and Fertilizer
Healthy soil and fertilizer are vital for a healthy garden! Learn why it’s important to fertilize, how to amend soil, and how to fertilize. E.B. Stone Organics, a local, family owned company with over 100 years creating soils and fertilizers, will be on hand to share their knowledge. Fee: Free for Rewards Members, $10 for Non-Members (Membership is free). Please call ahead to the seminar location to register in advance. Attendance is limited.
- Saturday, February 22, 10am, Concord
- Saturday, February 22, 10am, Pleasant Hill
- Saturday, February 22, 2pm, Diablo Rd., Danville
- Sunday, February 23, 10am, Kentfield
- Sunday, February 23, 2pm, Miller Ave.
- Saturday, February 29, 10am, San Rafael
- Saturday, February 29, 2pm, Novato
- Sunday, March 1, 10am, Sloat Blvd., SF
Seminar: Learn to Prune Citrus
We welcome back Elizabeth Ruiz, aesthetic pruner and garden designer; her classes are a must for every gardener! Learn the most effective pruning techniques for citrus. Correct citrus pruning is important for fruit production and disease resistance over time. Fee: Free for Rewards Members, $10 for Non-Members (Membership is free). Please call ahead to the seminar location to register in advance. Attendance is limited.
- Saturday, February 29, 10am, Diablo Rd, Danville
- Saturday, February 29, 2pm, Concord
- Sunday, March 1, 10am, Sloat Blvd., SF
- Sunday, March 1, 2pm, Miller Ave., Mill Valley
- Saturday, March 7, 10am, Kentfield
- Saturday, March 7, 2pm, Novato
Garden Speakers Available
We have knowledgeable speakers available for garden clubs, as well as community organizations. Contact our Events Manager for details.
Jen Strobel,
Events Manager:
jenstrobel@sloatgardens.com
415-367-5200
Planting Parties at Sloat Garden Center
Make an appointment for a planting party! Planting parties are a delight for birthdays, corporate team building, garden group meetings, or just a fun get-together with friends. Choose from a variety of individualized workshops for kids or adults. See our menu of fun ideas, or create your own!
Contact our Events Manager for details. Please note that maximum attendance varies by store location.
Jen Strobel, Events Manager
jenstrobel@sloatgardens.com
415-367-5200