Our Classes

Classes and Events at City Planter

Education has always been a focus for us, we have offered classes ever since we opened in 2008. Classes and events vary with the seasons and are honestly, offered on a random basis. Check our schedule and instagram for updates.

Below are some of the classes that we run on a semi-regular basis.

Terrariums

A terrarium is a sealed glass vessel containing soil and plants.   In this class, you will learn how to build and care for a terrarium of your very own.   Customize your creation with our wide selection of plants, stones, moss and small figurines.  We serve light refreshments before (and during!) class so feel free to make those dinner plans late and come create your own little world.

Kokedama

Kokedama (meaning moss ball) is a traditional  Japanese art form that places plants in a special soil wrapped in moss which can be suspended or displayed on a dish or plate.   Each participant will create their very own Kokedama and the knowledge to make them again and again.

Mounted Plant Class

Epiphytes are plants that naturally grow on the surface of other plants or trees. Mounting these plants onto cork plaques, is not only a beautiful method of displaying these unique plants, but it also closely resembles how they grow in the wild. Each participant will make their own mounted plant specimen and will receive instructions on how to best care for it.

Wreathmaking!

Deck your halls with a wreath of your very own design. Using a grapevine or plain balsam wreath as a base, we will offer a variety of fresh, cut decorative evergreens and other accoutrements for you to create a unique wreath to help usher in the winter festivities. Participants may want to bring work gloves to protect their hands from tree sap. Refreshments will be provided.

Houseplants 101

Love plants but don't know where to start?   This informative class will teach you about how to determine which houseplants will thrive in your light, and how much to water and when.  We cover plant diseases and pests, as well as repotting your plants and plant propagation.  Every participant leaves with their own starter plant. 

Pressed Flower Frames

Pressing Flowers is a fun way to preserve beautiful blooms. In this class, you will be shown how to press fresh flowers and will be given the supplies to create your own glass frame filled with pre-pressed flowers and additional collaged elements. Feel free to bring any flat memetos that you may want to use in your piece. Participants will also make a Lowkey DIY Flower Press.

Seed Starting and Saving

Starting plants from seed is the most economical way to achieve a diverse variety of plants in your garden.  Many plants can only be found in seed form.   This class will show you how to start seeds at home.  Learn how to thin your seedlings, when to transplant them into your garden and how to save seeds from year to year.   Each participant will leave with a starter kit planted with a variety of seeds

Plant Swap!

Bring some plants, get some plants!

Carefully inspect your plants for pests or disease. Indoor plants only for this swap. Cuttings as well as potted plants are welcome.

Make sure your plants are clearly labeled and packaged for transportation. You will be issued tickets for the items that you bring and your tickets can be used for swapping.

1 ticket for cuttings (limit 5 cuttings per variety)

2 tickets for Plants in 4”-6” pots

3 tickets for 8” Nursery pot plants

5 tickets for rare plants ( “Rare” will be at our discretion)

1 tickets for plant accessories

Lite refreshments will be served.

No cost but Reservations are Required.