Upcoming Events

Let your child's creativity grow at this fun, hands-on gardening class! Young gardeners will plant their very own miniature succulent in a classic 3-inch terra-cotta pot, then add decorative rock to create a beautiful little garden they can take home and enjoy.

Each child will receive:

• A 3-inch terra-cotta pot
• Cactus & succulent potting mix
• One miniature succulent
• Decorative rock to complete their creation

Our friendly team will guide children through each step of planting and caring for their new succulent while sharing simple tips to help it thrive. It's a wonderful way to introduce kids to gardening, encourage creativity, and build confidence as they create something all their own.

👧 Limited to the first 25 registrants
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All children must be accompanied by an adult

Registration is required to reserve your spot—sign up today!

Step into the wild and wonderful world of carnivorous plants! Join us for a fun, informative class where you'll explore these fascinating bug-catching wonders—from Venus Flytraps and Sundews to Pitcher Plants and more.

Our knowledgeable team will share:
• How carnivorous plants lure and digest their prey
• Which insects they actually consume
• The differences between the varieties we carry
• Simple care tips to help them thrive in your home or garden

Whether you're a curious beginner or a seasoned collector, you’ll leave with a deeper appreciation for these strange and stunning plants. Come learn, ask questions, and get inspired to grow your own little predator!

Discover the Art Behind Extraordinary Container Gardens

Some container gardens are beautiful. Others stop people in their tracks.

Join one of SummerWinds' talented container designers as they reveal the creative process behind designing breathtaking hanging baskets, dramatic statement planters, and living works of art that transform patios, entryways, and gardens into unforgettable spaces.

During this inspiring live design demonstration, you'll watch an ordinary collection of plants become an extraordinary masterpiece while learning the professional design principles that make it all come together. Discover how color, texture, height, movement, and unexpected plant combinations create containers that are both beautiful and balanced.

Whether you're creating a welcoming front porch, refreshing your patio, or simply looking for fresh inspiration, you'll leave with practical design ideas and a new way of looking at container gardening.

You'll Learn

• The designer's approach to creating statement containers
• How to combine plants for dramatic impact
• Using color, texture, height, and movement effectively
• Secrets behind stunning hanging baskets
• Tips for creating displays that continue looking beautiful as they grow

Stay after the demonstration to shop with our garden experts and receive personalized recommendations for creating your own living masterpiece.

Get a head start on your fall harvest by learning how to successfully start vegetables from seed. In this class, we'll show you how easy seed starting can be using the Epic Gardening® Seed Starting System, including seed trays, humidity domes, heat mats, and grow lights.

Learn which vegetables are best started now for Bay Area fall gardens, how to create ideal germination conditions, and how to care for seedlings until they're ready to transplant outdoors. Whether you're growing lettuce, broccoli, kale, cabbage, or other cool-season favorites, you'll leave with the knowledge and confidence to grow a productive fall garden from seed.

We'll also share tips for timing your planting, troubleshooting common seed-starting challenges, and selecting the right supplies for success.

Perfect for: Beginning and experienced vegetable gardeners looking to maximize their fall harvest.

Healthy houseplants don't have to be complicated. Whether you're caring for your very first plant or growing an indoor jungle, success comes down to mastering five essential elements. Join our houseplant experts as we explore the fundamentals every thriving houseplant needs—from choosing the right light and watering correctly to understanding soil, humidity, and nutrition. You'll leave with practical tips, greater confidence, and the knowledge to help your houseplants flourish year-round.

Is your favorite houseplant looking sad, yellow, droopy, or just plain unhappy? Bring it to our Plant ER and let our houseplant experts help diagnose the problem. We'll discuss common issues like overwatering, underwatering, lighting challenges, root-bound plants, pests, and nutrient deficiencies while demonstrating simple solutions to help plants recover and thrive.

Participants are encouraged to bring one struggling houseplant for evaluation. Learn practical troubleshooting skills, proper repotting techniques, and care strategies you can use on your entire collection.

Whether you're a new plant parent or a seasoned collector, you'll leave with the confidence to help your houseplants grow their best.

Bring: One houseplant that needs help.

Discover the Art of Styling Houseplants for Your Home

Houseplants are more than décor—they're a reflection of your personality and style. Join our houseplant experts as we explore how to create beautiful, thoughtfully curated plant collections that thrive in your home.

During this inspiring class, you'll learn how to choose plants based on your lighting conditions, lifestyle, and personal style while discovering simple design principles that make plant displays feel balanced, intentional, and full of life. We'll discuss how to mix colors, textures, leaf shapes, and plant sizes to create eye-catching "shelfie-worthy" displays you'll love for years to come.

Stay for the Guided Plant Shopping Experience!

Following the presentation, guests are invited to spend additional time with our knowledgeable garden advisors for personalized shopping assistance. We'll help you select the perfect plants for your home, answer your questions, and offer recommendations based on your space, lighting, and experience level.

As a thank you for attending, you'll receive:

• 🌿 10% off all houseplants purchased during the event
• 🪴 FREE houseplant potting soil with your purchase

Whether you're building your very first plant collection or adding to an established indoor jungle, you'll leave inspired and confident in choosing plants that fit your home and lifestyle.

Tired of squirrels digging up containers, gophers destroying roots, or birds eating your harvest? Learn practical, humane strategies for protecting your garden. We'll discuss physical barriers, deterrents, plant choices, and integrated pest management techniques that work in Bay Area gardens.

Lead by Trusted Garden Expert: Steve from SummerWinds

This interactive event is designed for children. Parents or guardians are welcome to accompany their child, but please register only the participating child. Adults do not need to register.

Calling all young nature lovers! Join Trevor for a fun, interactive adventure where kids will discover the amazing world of bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other important pollinators.

Using colorful flower and pollinator cutouts, children will become flowers and pollinators as they learn how color, shape, size, and nectar help pollinators find their favorite blooms. Through games, movement, and hands-on activities, they'll discover why pollinators are essential to healthy gardens and how every flower plays an important role.

Following the demonstration, families are invited to continue the fun by creating their own pollinator container garden. Trevor will help children select pollinator-friendly plants and design a colorful container to take home.

As a thank you for attending, participants who choose to build a container will receive:

• 🌼 10% off pollinator plants and pottery
• 🌱 FREE potting soil

Come learn, play, and grow while discovering how even the smallest gardeners can make a big difference for pollinators!

Is your favorite houseplant looking sad, yellow, droopy, or just plain unhappy? Bring it to our Plant ER and let our houseplant experts help diagnose the problem. We'll discuss common issues like overwatering, underwatering, lighting challenges, root-bound plants, pests, and nutrient deficiencies while demonstrating simple solutions to help plants recover and thrive.

Participants are encouraged to bring one struggling houseplant for evaluation. Learn practical troubleshooting skills, proper repotting techniques, and care strategies you can use on your entire collection.

Whether you're a new plant parent or a seasoned collector, you'll leave with the confidence to help your houseplants grow their best.

Bring: One houseplant that needs help.

Join us for an afternoon of fun, friendly competition, and houseplants at our Plant Bingo event!

Your $20 ticket includes one bingo card for a minimum of six rounds of Plant Bingo. Looking for more chances to win? Participants may add up to two additional bingo cards for $5 each during registration.

Compete for six houseplant prizes, with a special grand prize houseplant awarded during the final round.

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, July 18, 2026
• Time: 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Ticket Price: $20 per person (includes one bingo card for all six rounds)
• Additional Cards: $5 each, maximum of two additional cards per participant
• Capacity: Limited to 30 participants

Only 30 spots are available. Advance registration is required via Eventbrite while space remains available.

Sign up with friends for a chance to win a new houseplant for your collection!

We look forward to seeing you there!