Upcoming Events

Turn shady spots into colorful garden retreats with plants that thrive in low light. Learn how to choose the best flowering plants for shade, including begonias, impatiens, and hydrangeas, while discovering simple design ideas for under trees, fences, and side yards.

Who Is This Class For?
Perfect for gardeners with shady yards, patios, side gardens, or anyone looking to brighten low-light spaces with color.

Class led by Trusted Garden Advisor, Jacob.

Design Your Own Living Glass Terrarium

Create a beautiful miniature indoor garden in this fun, hands-on workshop led by SummerWinds garden expert Jacob. You’ll design and plant your own terrarium using a stylish glass container and a curated selection of easy-care terrarium plants.

Perfect for beginners, this interactive class covers plant selection, layering, design tips, and simple care techniques so your terrarium stays healthy and thriving long after the workshop ends.

Ticket Includes:

• 7” round glass terrarium with lid (9” tall with lid)
• Curated selection of terrarium plants
• Soil and planting materials
• Step-by-step instruction from a SummerWinds expert
• Your completed terrarium to take home

Who Is This Class For?
Great for plant lovers, beginners, families, and anyone looking for a creative hands-on gardening experience.

Class led by Trusted Garden Advisor, Jacob

No big yard required! Discover how to grow fresh herbs, tomatoes, peppers, strawberries, and more in containers, raised beds, and vertical gardens. Learn the best crops for compact spaces and simple tips for keeping your edible garden productive all season long.

Who Is This Class For?
Ideal for apartment dwellers, patio gardeners, beginners, and anyone wanting to grow fresh food in limited space.

Class led by Trusted Garden Advisor, Teresa

Join us to hear from, and meet, gardening influencer Janey Santos at SummerWinds Nursery in Campbell.

Event Schedule:

• 10:00 a.m. - Janey Santos will present her favorite plants  from her Best for the West collection with Proven Winners.  Discover why these plants can add just the color, texture and  interest you’ve been looking for in your Bay Area garden! 
• 10:45 a.m. - Line up for a meet and greet with Janey!  Take a  photo, get her autograph, and check out accessories from her collection.
• 12:00 noon - Event with Janey ends. Feel free to explore our garden center.

Register today to attend this free event.

At SummerWinds, We Guarantee Success!

Easy Backyard & Patio Growing with Emily Gogol

Curious about growing cannabis at home? Join guest speaker Emily Gogol for a practical, beginner-friendly workshop covering seeds, clones, planting, care, harvesting, and more. Perfect for patios, raised beds, or backyard gardens.

Participants will also enjoy live demonstrations, expert growing tips, and access to optional seeds and educational materials.

Who Is This Class For?
Great for beginner and intermediate gardeners interested in learning how to grow cannabis successfully at home.

About Our Guest Speaker

Emily Gogol, Ph.D.

Emily Gogol is a nationally recognized leader in the Cannabis industry, heading the team at Infinite Tree, which develops and produces new Cannabis varieties. Passionate about innovation, she works to develop the next generation of plants that benefit both commercial farmers and home gardeners.

In 2020, she launched Grow It From Home, a company dedicated to providing Cannabis plants to backyard gardeners across the U.S. while promoting education, access, and equity. Her work has been featured in the LA Times.

Emily earned her Ph.D. in Biomedical Science from UCSF and was deeply involved in community work in San Francisco. Recognized by the State of California for her leadership, she has founded three community organizations and two public parks. She currently lives in Applegate Valley, OR, where she manages her 23-acre certified organic farm and finds time to garden whenever possible. 

Caring for Succulents & Cacti

with SummerWinds expert Sharon

Learn how to keep succulents and cacti healthy, colorful, and thriving year-round. We’ll cover popular varieties, watering techniques, container ideas, and simple care tips to help you avoid common issues like overwatering and stretching.

Who Is This Class For?
Perfect for beginners, houseplant enthusiasts, and gardeners looking for easy-care, drought-tolerant plants.

Class led by Trusted Garden Advisor, Sharon

Easy Backyard & Patio Growing with Emily Gogol

Curious about growing cannabis at home? Join guest speaker Emily Gogol for a practical, beginner-friendly workshop covering seeds, clones, planting, care, harvesting, and more. Perfect for patios, raised beds, or backyard gardens.

Participants will also enjoy live demonstrations, expert growing tips, and access to optional seeds and educational materials.

Who Is This Class For?
Great for beginner and intermediate gardeners interested in learning how to grow cannabis successfully at home.

About Our Guest Speaker

Emily Gogol, Ph.D.

Emily Gogol is a nationally recognized leader in the Cannabis industry, heading the team at Infinite Tree, which develops and produces new Cannabis varieties. Passionate about innovation, she works to develop the next generation of plants that benefit both commercial farmers and home gardeners.

In 2020, she launched Grow It From Home, a company dedicated to providing Cannabis plants to backyard gardeners across the U.S. while promoting education, access, and equity. Her work has been featured in the LA Times.

Emily earned her Ph.D. in Biomedical Science from UCSF and was deeply involved in community work in San Francisco. Recognized by the State of California for her leadership, she has founded three community organizations and two public parks. She currently lives in Applegate Valley, OR, where she manages her 23-acre certified organic farm and finds time to garden whenever possible. 

Join us for a special in-store presentation with Matthew Gaston, a widely followed garden educator and trusted voice in the gardening community. Known for his energetic, approachable teaching style, Matthew brings plants to life through science, experience, and storytelling.

During this session, Matthew will showcase a curated selection of indoor houseplants, sharing what makes them thrive, how they function in home environments, and the benefits they bring to indoor spaces. His presentations are informative, entertaining, and packed with practical insight—making this a valuable experience for plant lovers of all experience levels.

What you’ll learn
• How houseplants adapt and respond to stress in indoor environments
• Functional, ecological, and design benefits of different indoor plant choices
• How thoughtful plant selection supports healthier, more resilient homes and living spaces
• Why certain houseplants succeed indoors—and how to help them thrive

Matthew’s lifelong passion for plants began in childhood and has grown into a career centered on education, sustainability, and helping people build deeper connections with the plants they grow. His ability to translate plant science into practical, usable knowledge makes this a talk you won’t want to miss.

To learn more about Matthew:

Join us for an inspiring class on creating vibrant, pollinator-friendly gardens with guest speaker Suzanne Bontempo from Our Water Our World. Suzanne will share practical tips on selecting plants that attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators, while also supporting a healthy, sustainable garden ecosystem. Learn how to create habitat, provide seasonal interest, and make environmentally responsible choices in your landscape.

Who Is This Class For?
Perfect for nature lovers, flower gardeners, and anyone wanting to create a more pollinator-friendly landscape.

Easy Planters for Bold Seasonal Color

Refresh patios, porches, and outdoor spaces with vibrant summer containers. Learn which heat-loving annuals perform best and how to combine plants for beautiful, long-lasting color all season.

Who Is This Class For?
Great for gardeners looking for quick, impactful ways to brighten patios, entryways, and outdoor living spaces.

Cactus, Succulents & Palms with guest speaker Matthew Gaston

Join us for a special in-store presentation with Matthew Gaston, a widely followed garden educator and trusted voice in the gardening community. Known for his energetic, approachable teaching style, Matthew brings plants to life through science, experience, and storytelling.

Explore dramatic, drought-tolerant plants perfect for Bay Area gardens and containers. Learn all about the standout varieties for creating a bold, low-water landscape.

Matthew’s lifelong passion for plants began in childhood and has grown into a career centered on education, sustainability, and helping people build deeper connections with the plants they grow. His ability to translate plant science into practical, usable knowledge makes this a talk you won’t want to miss.

Who Is This Class For?
Ideal for gardeners interested in low-water gardening, architectural plants, and drought-tolerant design.

To learn more about Matthew:

Join us for a hands-on workshop to learn how to transform your high-water-use lawn into a beautiful, water-efficient landscape using California-native plants. In this class, you’ll discover how to design a sustainable garden that supports local biodiversity while reducing water usage.

We’ll cover practical steps for lawn removal, plant selection, soil preparation, and upgrading your irrigation system with more efficient options. You’ll also learn about available rebates that can help offset the cost of your landscape conversion.

All attendees will be entered into a raffle for a chance to win a $100 SummerWinds voucher (must be present to win). Snacks and refreshments will be provided.

Space is limited—sign up early to reserve your spot!

Caring for Succulents & Cacti

with SummerWinds expert Sharon

Learn how to keep succulents and cacti healthy, colorful, and thriving year-round. We’ll cover popular varieties, watering techniques, container ideas, and simple care tips to help you avoid common issues like overwatering and stretching.

Who Is This Class For?
Perfect for beginners, houseplant enthusiasts, and gardeners looking for easy-care, drought-tolerant plants.

Beautiful Gardens You Can Eat

Blend beauty and function by combining ornamental plants with herbs, fruits, and vegetables. Learn creative ways to design gardens that are productive, colorful, neighborhood-beautiful, and delicious year-round.

Who Is This Class For?
Great for home gardeners who want attractive outdoor spaces that also provide fresh herbs, fruits, and vegetables.