STORE EVENTS

February 2025

Cut Flower Gardening

Saturday, February 22, 2025
11am - 12:30pm

 

Grow a garden that blooms with beauty and fills your home with fresh flowers all season long! Learn how to find the perfect growing spot, choose the right planting method, and pick the best varieties for continuous blooms, abundant harvests, and a well-rounded bouquet.

 

Free to attend, drop-ins welcome!

Spring Job Fair

Sunday, February 23, 2025
10am - 4pm

 

Bring your resumé and join us for drop-in interviews! Now hiring full-time and part-time seasonal positions for Cashiers, Retail Labourers and Production Labourers. No experience is necessary, training will be provided.

March 2025

New Varieties 2025

Saturday, March 1, 2025
11am - 12:30pm

 

Ever wanted the industry perspective on new plant varieties? Come chat with one of our buyers and get an introduction to new-to-us plants as well as new-to-market varieties for 2025! Learn about why new varieties are selected as well as what new plant features are currently in demand for our market in this exciting seminar!

 

Free to attend, drop-ins welcome!

Roses 101

Saturday, March 8, 2025
11am - 12:30pm

 

Unlock the beauty of roses with confidence! 🌹 Our Roses 101 seminar covers types of roses, key terms to know, the best varieties for beginners, overwintering techniques, and expert tips for disease prevention. Perfect for every rose enthusiast, from novice to seasoned gardener!

 

Free to attend, drop-ins welcome!

Maximize Your Garden: Small Spaces

Saturday, March 15, 2025
11am - 12:30pm

 

Think you can't garden on a balcony or with a small backyard? Think again! Discover how to maximize the space you do have to get the most out of your garden. Learn how to make smart plant and container selections for best success, and unique ideas to inspire your small space!

 

Free to attend, drop-ins welcome!

Vandermeer Greenhouse Tours

Saturday, March 15, 2025 - 2pm

Sunday, March 16, 2025 - 10am or 2pm

 

Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour with full access, stunning views, and learn all about how we grow your plants for this spring!

Ever wonder what goes into running a production greenhouse? Learn all about our greenhouse technology, propagation methods, seed starting, and see machinery demos like our seeding line! Plus, take a deep dive into our green practices such as our water filtration system, integrated pest management plan, and plastic recycling. If you’ve ever wanted all the answers, now’s your chance!

Please plan for roughly 1.5-2 hours of walking or standing (depending on questions) as well as rough terrain. This is the real deal tour, soil and water included!

Cost: $10 plus tax

Spring Job Fair

Sunday, March 16, 2025
10am - 4pm

 

Bring your resumé and join us for drop-in interviews! Now hiring full-time and part-time seasonal positions for Cashiers, Retail Labourers and Production Labourers. No experience is necessary, training will be provided.

Veggie Gardening in Containers

Saturday, March 22, 2025
11am - 12:30pm

 

Grow fresh veggies anywhere, even without a big garden! We'll guide you through selecting the best veggie types and varieties for container growing, care tips to tackle common challenges, harvesting techniques, and strategies for achieving successful yields.

 

Free to attend, drop-ins welcome!

Want to book a private workshop or tour?

We’re accepting bookings now for groups of 10-30 people! Choose from any of our existing workshops or tours and have a great time with your friends or family! Timeslots are limited. Please inquire at info@vandermeernursery.com