Vandermeer's Greenhouse Tours

Multiple times & dates in November
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Cost: $10 + tax

Immerse yourself in this horticultural experience that's both fascinating and fun! Learn all about our greenhouse infrastructure and technology, propagation methods, seed starting, and so much more. Plus, take a deep dive into our green practices such as our water filtration system, integrated pest management treatment plan, and plastic recycling.

We'll also cover our history since Vandermeers' opening in 1961 and how we got to where we are now! If you've ever wanted to pick the brain of one of our senior staff members with anything plant or greenhouse-related, now's your chance!

Please plan for roughly 2 - 2.5 hours, depending on questions.

Registration on Eventbrite is required.

Workshop: Fresh Evergreen Urn

Multiple dates & times in November
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Cost: $85 + tax

We'll cover everything you need to know to create the urn of your dreams from start to finish. Learn how to select quality boughs, how to cut your branches for maximum use, and how to arrange your greens to form a beautiful base for your decor. Select your ribbon and we'll make you a custom bow, plus choose each of your accessories for ultimate customization to match your home and your palette!

All materials and supplies are provided, just bring yourself, your friends, or your family and get ready to have some fun!

Registration on Eventbrite is required.

Workshop:  Beary Merry Planter

Tuesday, November 12 - 6pm to 7pm
Friday, November 22 - 6pm to 7pm
Sunday, November 24 - 11am to 12pm

Cost: $55 + tax

Design and plant one of our most popular holiday arrangements!

Featuring an assortment of beautiful holiday plants including poinsettia, cyclamen, and tropical foliage, these long-lasting arrangements will be enjoyed over and beyond the Christmas season. When the season is over, you can also repot your houseplants and enjoy them year-round!

All materials and supplies are provided, just bring yourself, your friends, or your family and get ready to have some fun!

Registration on Eventbrite is required.

Workshop: Classic Indoor Planter

Thursday, November 14 - 6pm to 7pm
November 24 - 9:30am to 10:30am

Cost: $55 + tax

This container features an assortment of beautiful holiday plants including poinsettia, cyclamen, and tropical foliage. These long-lasting arrangements will be enjoyed over and beyond the Christmas season. Not to mention, take these skills into the new year and apply them to upcoming seasons and holidays for year-round enjoyment!

The Classic Planter is a 12" x 7" tin container, with multiple colour options to choose from.

All materials and supplies are provided, just bring yourself, your friends, or your family and get ready to have some fun!

Registration on Eventbrite is required.

Workshop: Deluxe Indoor Planter

Saturday, November 16 - 3:30pm to 4:30pm
Tuesday, November 19 - 6pm to 7pm

Cost: $60 + tax

Upgrade from the classic planter with our deluxe option! A little bigger, a little better, and a little more beautiful, this arrangement upgrades to a wicker basket with more space to fit more plants! The Deluxe Planter is a 12" x 10" wicker basket, with multiple colour/style options to choose from.

Featuring an assortment of beautiful holiday plants including poinsettia, cyclamen, and tropical foliage, these long-lasting arrangements will be enjoyed over and beyond the Christmas season. When the season is over, you can also repot your houseplants and enjoy them year-round!

All materials and supplies are provided, just bring yourself, your friends, or your family and get ready to have some fun!

Registration on Eventbrite is required.

Masterclass: Fresh Evergreen Wreath

Sunday, November 17 - 10am to 11am
Saturday, November 23 - 2pm to 3pm

Cost: $95 + tax

Master the technique of creating your very own wreath with step-by-step instructions and a completely customizable experience! Choose between a variety of cut greens and décor in order to compliment your personal taste. Plus, choose your ribbon for a custom bow to complete the wreath that Christmas dreams are made of!

All materials and supplies are provided, just bring yourself, your friends, or your family, and get ready to have some fun!

Registration on Eventbrite is required.

Workshop: Planted Centrepiece

Friday, November 29 - 6pm to 7pm

Cost: $60 + tax

Registration on Eventbrite is required.

Workshop: Greened Centrepiece

Thursday, December 12 - 6pm to 7:30pm
Saturday, December 14 - 10am to 11:30am

Cost: $65 + tax

Registration on Eventbrite is required.

Workshop: Spruced-Up Crock

Friday, December 13 - 6pm to 7:30pm
Saturday, December 14 - 3pm to 4:30pm

Cost: $50 + tax

Registration on Eventbrite is required.