You’re invited to our first annual Winter Gift Market! Celebrate the season and shop locally at Sloat Garden Centers’ Holiday Gift Markets! Discover unique, handcrafted treasures from local artisans, enjoy live music, kids’ ornament crafts, and a succulent wreath workshop. Cozy up with warm drinks as you soak in the festive atmosphere. While you’re here, […]
Join us for a fun holiday succulent wreath workshop! You'll create a beautiful combination wreath with succulents and festive greens that's perfect for your holiday decor. All materials and instruction included—just bring yourself! This class is always a hit, and we're excited to bring it back during our Winter Market. Space is limited—please call each […]
Start off the new year and our Education and Wellness month with one of our most popular classes! Expert aesthetic pruner Elizabeth Ruiz is back to show us how to shape these beautiful garden accents. She’ll go over how to prune, plus care and growing tips for optimum health. This class is a must for anyone interested in growing Japanese Maples. We hope you’ll join […]
We welcome our own team member Emma Nystedt as she guides us into Wellness with her expert led Vinyasa Yoga. We’re so happy to have her share her meditation and stretching techniques. Relax and unwind and take a moment to self-care after the holiday season. This class is appropriate for all levels. Free! Not required, but suggested props: a blanket, yoga […]
We welcome Jeff Anderson from Monterey Bay Nursery to discuss and answer plant questions straight from the grower! 1/11 Sloat Blvd, 10am - 4pm
Join Hanna The Wool Witch and learn the art of natural dying. We'll go over scouring, mordanting, and which plants make great dyes! You will then sprinkle dried flowers onto a silk scarf that we will roll and steam to make a beautiful piece of wearable art. Participant fee: $50. Call the store to reserve […]
We welcome Suzanne Bontempo from Our Water Our World! Learn how to manage pests in your landscape with practical, eco-friendly strategies. Also, learn how to spot common pests, protect beneficial insects, reduce runoff, and use creative strategies that go beyond chemicals. From prevention tips to eco-friendly control methods, gardeners and landscapers alike will gain practical tools that […]
We welcome our resident expert Chris Tompkins from our East Blithedale location. He'll be sharing techniques and tips for creating a connection between monarch butterflies, their life cycles throughout the seasons, and the plants they depend on. A great class to help start out the gardening season! Free. This webinar has been canceled and will be rescheduled later this […]
Spring is coming…and now is the perfect time to start your seeds. Our resident gardening expert Dan Alexander will share strategies and tips for starting a successful veggie garden from seed. He’ll cover various seed starting methods and troubleshoot challenges. This class is excellent for every level of gardener and a great way to start off the spring […]
Join us for one of our most popular classes! We welcome back pruning expert Elizabeth Ruiz as she shares tips on how to prune fruit trees. Effective pruning is critical for preparing trees for a successful growing and fruiting season. Free! 1/25, 10am Danville 1/25, 1pm Concord
We’re continuing this Education and Wellness packed month with rose pruning instruction from Rose Society members! This is an absolute must for any rose enthusiast. Experts will go over effective pruning techniques as well as care and trouble shooting. We hope to see you there! Free. 1/25, 10am Pleasant Hill, class by Zach Wilson
We welcome Our Water Our World to discuss eco-friendly garden solutions! Perfect timing as we head into growing season! Learn about less toxic alternatives for managing pests and plant diseases while protecting our waterways and soil. This drop in & chat experience is an opportunity to ask your toughest gardening questions about disease control, insect management, and sustainable practices. 1/25/26: 10-4, Pleasant Hill
Visit our Kid's Craft Table during our Wellness & Education Events! Our team will be on hand to help your child create a simple bird feeder. Have them see how they can help bring birds to your garden! We'll also have a seed starting station where kids can pick their seeds, decorate a pot, and plant them to see how […]
We're honored to welcome highly accredited butterfly expert Susan Dunlap, CEO and head researcher at Habitats for Butterflies, Inc.! Susan will share her expertise on which nectar plants attract local butterflies, what makes them choose your garden, and practical tips to transform your space into a butterfly paradise. Includes a 30-minute presentation plus Q&A. Details: […]
Take a wellness break and craft your own candle! Join Rana from San Francisco's Bella Candle shop as she guides you through creating a handcrafted candle with premium soy and coconut wax plus luxe fragrance oils. Learn melting, scenting, and pouring—then take home your beautiful, finished candle! The workshop is beginner-friendly, interactive, and designed to […]
We welcome Glenn Phillips from Golden Gate Bird Alliance. He’ll be sharing winter birding practices and strategies for supporting the bird population during the cooler months. Free. Please join us! Sat., Jan. 31st, 10am Sign up for this free Zoom webinar
Join us for this expert-lead seminar and learn to growing azaleas, camellias, and rhododendrons. We're sharing techniques and tips for planting and caring for these vibrant flowering shrubs and why late winter is the perfect time to add them to your garden. A great class to help start out the gardening season! With Zack Wilson. […]
In-Store Petaluma Workshop: Mini-Garden Companion Planter Workshop (led by Kate Jett) Petaluma Sloat Garden Center Saturday, February 14, 2pm $100 / person Celebrate Valentine's Day at Sloat in Petaluma by growing something beautiful together. Bring a friend or sign up as a couple for our Companion Planting Workshop, where you'll create a take-home mini garden of compatible […]
Discover the art of bonsai in this expert-led seminar where Alan will share essential techniques for creating, caring for, and pruning these beautiful miniature trees. Learn the fundamentals of bonsai cultivation and how to shape and maintain your own living art. A great seminar for beginners and enthusiasts alike! Free. Register for this seminar by […]
Learn how to select the ideal fruit for your garden. This comprehensive seminar covers deciduous fruit trees, as well as citrus trees, berries and grapes. Whether you're a first-time grower or looking to expand your home orchard, you'll gain the knowledge to choose the best fruits that will thrive in your space and produce abundant […]
Our annual Talavera Pottery Truckload sale comes to the Sloat Blvd. SF location. Stop in and explore hundreds of vibrant and whimsical Talavera style pots, planters, animal figures, and housewares — all at a 20% discount. This is a unique opportunity to find hand-painted art at special prices. Arizona natives Fran & Mike, the purveyors of […]
We welcome local expert Suzanne Bontempo from Our Water Our World (OWOW). She will be on hand to answer plant remedy questions and offer eco-friendly solutions. This is a great opportunity to learn effective remedies specific to your garden. *Note: please bring any plant samples in a clear, sealed, plastic bag.
Get ready to dig in with expert LeAnn! Learn the essentials of spring vegetable gardening, from selecting the right crops for the season to mastering planting techniques and timing. You'll discover practical tips and tricks to set up your garden for success and enjoy fresh, homegrown groceries. Free. Register for this seminar by calling the […]
We welcome local expert Suzanne Bontempo from Our Water Our World (OWOW). She will be on hand to answer plant remedy questions and offer eco-friendly solutions. This is a great opportunity to learn effective remedies specific to your garden. *Note: please bring any plant samples in a clear, sealed, plastic bag.
Don't miss this popular tomato gardening class with veggie expert LeAnn. Get guidance on choosing and planting tomato varieties, plus troubleshooting tips for common growing challenges. This class will give you all the tools you need to grow delicious homegrown tomatoes this spring and summer. Free. Register for this seminar by calling the store: (925) […]
We welcome local expert Suzanne Bontempo from Our Water Our World (OWOW). She will be on hand to answer plant remedy questions and offer eco-friendly solutions. This is a great opportunity to learn effective remedies specific to your garden. *Note: please bring any plant samples in a clear, sealed, plastic bag.
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