California’s Central Coast is a unique climate, conducive to growing many different orchids outside. Join members of the Five Cities Orchid Society as they share with you how to best grow orchids outside. NOTE: Even though this event is free, registration is required as space is limited. Register here.

Reblooming your Phalaenopsis isn’t hard if your plant is happy and healthy! Join us as we discuss our best tips on how to get your orchid to grow and rebloom. Phalaenopsis orchids are one of the most common orchids grown and do very well in our homes as long as they get the basic care ... Phalaenopsis Care Class

The Five Cities Orchid Society is excited to announce a workshop on Orchid Roots and Repotting. There will be demonstrations in repotting Epidendrums, Dendrobiums, Phalaenopsis, Cymbidium and Sarcochilus orchids. It's also an opportunity to add some orchids to your collection since all attendees will receive a free orchid seedling that you can pot up yourself ... Five Cities Orchid Society Repotting Workshop

Prepare for summer with a DIY succulent arrangement of your own design! You'll be able to choose your vessel from a selection of pots and plant them with a choice of succulents that we'll also be providing. Class instructor is local succulentarian Gigie from Gigie's Succulents. Space is limited, so sign up today!

Let’s have a party, you bring the plant and we’ll bring the pot(s)! If you have a plant that needs up-sizing or a refreshed mix bring it to our Repotting Party and we’ll get it into new mix or potted up for you. You’ll learn what mix is best for your plant, how to repot ... Repotting Party!

We will teach you three methods of propagation that will cover the widest range of techniques used with houseplant propagation. Each sign up will not only learn these three techniques but will be leaving with new plant babies of their own. Space is limited, sign up here.

Kokedama is a traditional Japanese method of displaying plants. This elegant style ditches the pot and, instead, grows the plant in a ball of moss which can be hung in a window or placed on a display stand. Just like a plant in a pot, kokedama is easy to care for, wanting a good soaking ... Make Your Own Kokedama

Are you unsure of your plant-parenting skills? Worry no more! In our Introduction to General Houseplant Care class you will learn the ins and outs of basic houseplant care and get to choose a plant from a selection of easy-to-grow houseplants, along with a decorative cache pot to adopt as your own. Space is limited.

Many can appreciate the truly inspiring art of Bonsai. Have you ever wondered how it is done, or what it takes to create these tiny living art pieces. Come check out the Bonsai Society Meeting, which is open to the public, and if you have one bring a bonsai plant to show off and have ... Bonsai Society Meeting

The time has arrived for our DIY Terrarium workshop: SEPTEMBER 21st, 2024! In it you will learn the essential concepts for building and keeping a terrarium and get hands-on experience building your own sugar jar terrarium. Along with the container and materials you will be able to choose from a selection of plants and leave ... Build Your Own Terrarium Workshop <span style="color:red">SOLD OUT</span>

A precursor class to Orchid-Tober, we'll be sharing orchid care and repotting technique and giving you hands-on experience repotting an (out-of-bloom) orchid that you'll get to take home with you to rebloom. Space is limited.

An instructional class to explain the basics to growing your orchids indoors, either in a windowsill or underlights. You do not need a greenhouse or substantial outdoor space to grow and bloom beautiful orchids. Class is free but registration is required. Sign up here.

The Planted Parlour and the Five Cities Orchid Society will be bringing an exotic orchid display to Grover Beach. Stop by and enjoy blooming orchids, many you may be unfamiliar with, including many fall-blooming orchids that are not seen in the spring orchid shows. And it's free!

Prepare your home for holiday entertaining by building a tabletop dish garden. We’ll provide all the supplies and you'll have three plants to choose from so you can have a beautiful display to show off to guests. We’ll be certain to give you all the care instructions you’ll need. Space is limited so sign up ... Tabletop Dish Garden Workshop <span style="color:red">– SOLD OUT</span>

Join us for a fun afternoon of making your own holiday wreath with live tillandsias. Hang it on your door or set it as a table centerpiece as you celebrate the holiday season.

Join us for a free grafting demo provided by our local bonsai society. Bonsai is the Japanese art of growing and shaping miniature trees in containers. It is an ancient, highly nuanced art form that dates back as far as the 8th century. The demonstration is free.

Planting spring blooming bulbs indoors in the depths of winter is a long-standing tradition called “forcing bulbs”. In this workshop you will be planting three types of bulbs that will bring a colorful assortment of flowers for you to enjoy this spring that can be stored for use next year or planted outdoors. You will ... DIY Spring Bulb Garden

Experience the enchanting melodies of internationally acclaimed harpist Jan Walters for an Evening of Music in the Parlour. Complimentary beverage and snacks will be served. Jan Walters enjoys a varied career – having performed all over Europe, Canada, Japan, Hong Kong, and the USA, Jan has been a featured regular performer in such prestigious hotels ... An Evening of Music in the Parlour with Harpist Jan Walters

Our local macramé expert Ladonna has been making macramé hangers and wall hangings for many years. She loves how clean and organized the knots can be and learned from her sister in the early 70’s when it made a huge resurgence.   Her first apartment had ceiling hooks everywhere making a macramé room divider and filling the ... DIY Macramé with Ladonna! (Saturday)

Our local macramé expert Ladonna has been making macramé hangers and wall hangings for many years. She loves how clean and organized the knots can be and learned from her sister in the early 70’s when it made a huge resurgence.   Her first apartment had ceiling hooks everywhere making a macramé room divider and filling the ... DIY Macramé with Ladonna! (Sunday)

Many can appreciate the truly inspiring art of Bonsai. Have you ever wondered how it is done, or what it takes to create these tiny living art pieces. Come check out the Bonsai Society Meeting, which is open to the public. Bring a bonsai plant if you have one you want to show off or ... Bonsai Society General Meeting

You will get an orchid seedling of your choice to pot up and take home. The purpose of this class is to try more exotic varieties of orchids in your growing environment at an affordable price. We have a number of different types of orchids that are ready for potting up into 3.5 inch pots. ... WORKSHOP: Exotic Orchid Seedlings

Many can appreciate the truly inspiring art of Bonsai. Have you ever wondered how it is done, or what it takes to create these tiny living art pieces. Come check out the Bonsai Society Meeting, which is open to the public. Bring a bonsai plant if you have one you want to show off or ... Bonsai Society General Meeting

Time to be creative! Join us for a fun workshop where you’ll build a glass-globe fairy garden. Materials will be provided. You bring your creativity and expect to go home with a planted mini-world. A great class for adults and kids alike. Space and supplies are limited so sign up today.

Many can appreciate the truly inspiring art of Bonsai. Have you ever wondered how it is done, or what it takes to create these tiny living art pieces. Come check out the Bonsai Society Meeting, which is open to the public. Bring a bonsai plant if you have one you want to show off or ... Bonsai Society General Meeting

Summer is on the way and that makes this the perfect time to do some repotting. Giving fresh mix or moving root-bound plants into larger pots be a springboard for summer growth. Our goal is to turn this chore into a fun activity. We will have the mix and pots for a variety of houseplant ... WORKSHOP: Repotting Party!

Many can appreciate the truly inspiring art of Bonsai. Have you ever wondered how it is done, or what it takes to create these tiny living art pieces. Come check out the Bonsai Society Meeting, which is open to the public. Bring a bonsai plant if you have one you want to show off or ... Bonsai Society General Meeting

Many can appreciate the truly inspiring art of Bonsai. Have you ever wondered how it is done, or what it takes to create these tiny living art pieces. Come check out the Bonsai Society Meeting, which is open to the public. Bring a bonsai plant if you have one you want to show off or ... Bonsai Society General Meeting

Join us on a journey through Ayurvedic herbalism. Discover the miraculous healing powers of delicious everyday herbs! Enjoy some complimentary teas and cookies while you learn. This class will consist of an interactive lecture, followed by an open Q+A and a take-home gift. Space is limited, sign up here. Kamanda Forest is an artist and ... Ayurvedic Herbal Tea Class

Many can appreciate the truly inspiring art of Bonsai. Have you ever wondered how it is done, or what it takes to create these tiny living art pieces. Come check out the Bonsai Society Meeting, which is open to the public. Bring a bonsai plant if you have one you want to show off or ... Bonsai Society General Meeting

Air plants, aka Tillandsia, are quite different than typical houseplants. Without the need for soil they don’t live in pots, so displaying them can be a challenge. This is where your creative juices come in. A hanging mobile is an excellent way to display and enjoy these diminutive plants. In this workshop you’ll get several ... Air Plant Mobile Workshop

Many can appreciate the truly inspiring art of Bonsai. Have you ever wondered how it is done, or what it takes to create these tiny living art pieces. Come check out the Bonsai Society Meeting, which is open to the public. Bring a bonsai plant if you have one you want to show off or ... Bonsai Society General Meeting

We bring plants into our lives for many reasons, one of which is the calming environment that they provide. This class aims to help you take full advantage of that with a variety of breathing exercises and guided meditation you'll learn in our peaceful and verdant space. Kamanda Forest, a breathwork and meditation teacher on ... Breathing With Plants

Terrariums don’t just look like a mini plant world, if properly set up they actually are a self-sustaining botanical environment…a real mini plant world! In this workshop you’ll get all the instruction and materials you need to assemble your own apothecary terrarium including choosing a plant along with directions on how to care for your ... DIY Apothecary Terrarium Workshop

Join us for an all day street party with food, drink and live entertainment.

Many can appreciate the truly inspiring art of Bonsai. Have you ever wondered how it is done, or what it takes to create these tiny living art pieces. Come check out the Bonsai Society Meeting, which is open to the public. Bring a bonsai plant if you have one you want to show off or ... Bonsai Society General Meeting

Has it been over a year since you've freshened up your mix for your orchids? Are your Phalaenopsis still in the original moss? Have your orchids outgrown their pot? Are your orchids hesitant to rebloom? It's time to repot! Join us for this opportunity to get your orchids repotted by us at discounted repotting prices. ... Orchid Repotting Event

Here at The Planted Parlour we want you to be successful with your houseplant growing. This free seminar will empower you with important basics on plants and their needs. You will learn about plant metabolism, morphology and how understanding those basics will better your ability to grow any plant.

Kokedama is a traditional Japanese method of displaying plants. This elegant style ditches the pot and, instead, grows the plant in a ball of moss which can be hung in a window or placed on a display stand. Just like a plant in a pot, kokedama is easy to care for, wanting a good soaking ... Rabbit’s Foot Fern Kokedama Workshop