Workshops & Events

At Durham Garden Center, we believe learning and growing go hand in hand. That’s why we host regular community events and workshops. These gatherings are a fun way to dig deeper into gardening, connect with fellow plant lovers, and gain hands-on skills to help your garden (and confidence) thrive.

Space is limited for each of our classes and sign ups are first come first serve. To pay for and reserve your spot, please go in store or call us over the phone (919)-384-7526.

  • SPRING WREATHS WITH DRIED FLOWERS

    March 27 | 5-7pm

    Cost: $100

    Come learn how to dry your own flowers and craft a spring wreath bursting with color! We’ll chat about the best blooms for drying and how to design a wreath that stays vibrant all year long. The workshop fee covers all dried flowers and materials—just bring your creativity (and a glass of wine if you’d like!).

  • MAGNOLIA TOPIARIES

    April 2 | 5:30-7:30

    Cost: $90

    Join us for an evening of building fresh Magnolia arrangements with Weston Farms. The quality, abundance of materials, unique ingredients, and designs of Weston Farms products have dazzled both local and national markets and we are lucky to host them. Terracotta pots are included with the price and participants are welcome to bring their own food and drink!

  • CONTAINER GARDENING

    April 24 | 5-7pm

    Cost: $50

    Join our Master Gardeners for a fun dive into the art of container gardening! You’ll learn how to choose the right plants, beautifully arrange them , and discover why container gardening is such a fantastic (and flexible!) way to grow. Your workshop fee includes an outdoor ceramic pot, soil, and a curated selection of plants to take home and enjoy.

  • NATURAL DYES

    May 22 | 5-7pm

    Cost: $50

    Celebrate color! Explore the colorful world of natural dyes made from flower petals, leaves, and seed heads. Learn which plants produce the best pigments, experiment with different dyeing techniques, and take home a few pieces of beautifully hand-dyed fabric of your own creation. All materials are included in this class-just bring your creativity!

  • TREE PRUNING 101

    JUNE 18 | 5:30-7PM

    Cost: $25

    Increasing growth, health and longevity of your tree starts with pruning! Join the Wright Brothers Tree Service to learn the hows and whys of basic tree pruning. Whether you’re caring for young trees or managing mature ones, this workshop will give you the knowledge and confidence to support strong growth, improve structure, and prevent common problems.

  • BONSAI FOR BEGINNERS

    July 11 | 10:30-12:30

    Cost: $150

    Bonsai is the art of growing and training trees or shrubs in containers so they stay small while looking like mature trees found in nature. Join the Bonsai Learning Center of NC to learn the basics of bonsai in this beginner friendly workshop. Class includes lecture, hands-on instruction and a Procumbens Nana Juniper bonsai to take home.

  • ASK THE ARBORIST

    May 9 | 11-1pm

    Cost: Free!

    On Mother’s day weekend, our store will be bustling with lots of new and returning gardeners. While you’re here, stop by our ‘Ask the Arborist’ table and get your tree questions answered. Bring photos or videos of your trees to get local expertise on tree health care and tree risk management.