Events
Events
January 2026
January means it's time for the 2026 Indoorplant-a-Palooza and FFP!
My Garden's celebration of indoor plants featuring seminars, workshops, giveaways, prizes,
and our
Best Selection! New deliveries all month long!
RSVP for seminars, swap and workshops!
It's also time to SPEND your FFP, Frequent Flower Points! Spend your Flower Points from the 2nd to the 31st of January OR you can spend them any Day in August 2026. They expire on August 31st 2027. You can use them for up to 50% OFF of your purchase!
Enter to WIN a $200 Gift Certificate! You can enter every time you visit us in January 2026
101 Houseplant Care: Keep Your Houseplants Happy! FREE January 3 Saturday 11:00am to 12:00pm
New to houseplants or ready to stop guessing? This easy, approachable class covers the basics every plant parent should know — choosing the right plant, understanding light, watering with confidence, and spotting common problems early. Led by our expert Lucy, you’ll learn practical, real-life tips. Learn how to avoid common mistakes, recognize early signs of stress or pests, and set your plants up for long-term success. If you’ve ever wondered “Am I doing this right?”—this class is for you. Leave feeling confident, informed, and ready to grow healthier, happier houseplants all year long.
Tropical Plant Swap FREE RSVP please
January 3 Saturday 12pm to 1:30pm Join us to trade your cuttings or houseplants amongst friends. All participants get a FREE 8q bag of Organic Cactus Mix and a FUN EXPERIENCE Plus chances to win a PRIZE!
Kokodama Ball or Staghorn Fern Mounting Workshop $35 RSVP please
January 10 Saturday 11:00am to 12:30pm $35
In this hands on workshop, you can choose between a Staghorn Fern Mounting or learn how to create a Kokedama, a unique living piece of art that involves wrapping a plants roots in a moss covered soil ball. Guided by our expert Caleb, attendees will be shown the whole process from plant selection, preparing the soil, to wrapping the roots. The workshop will also cover care tips for maintaining these beautiful creations, including watering and placement for optimal growth. By the end, each participant will have a stunning, self-sustaining Kokedama or Staghorn Fern to take home and display as a natural work of art.
One FREE special 2" tropical plant with purchase!
January 10 Saturday and January 11 Sunday (
First 50 families each day (one per family)
Open Terrarium Make and Take Workshop
January 17 Saturday 11:00am to 12:30pm $35
Design a living work of art in this hands-on terrarium workshop led by Lucy. You’ll create a beautiful open terrarium by layering natural elements like stones, charcoal, soil, and carefully selected plants that thrive together. Lucy will share simple design guidance, plant pairing tips, and how light and airflow keep an open terrarium healthy and balanced.
You’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind, low-maintenance piece that brings a little nature and creativity into your home.
Bloom Buddies Kids Club FREE
January 17 1:00pm to 1:30pm Pinecone Birdfeeder to take home
Bloom Buddies is a hands-on kids club for curious young gardeners ages 4–12. Each monthly class invites kids to explore the world of plants through fun activities, simple science, and creative projects designed just for them. From soil and seeds to bugs, roots, and blooms, kids will learn how plants grow—and why they matter—Led by JoeLee, Bloom Buddies builds confidence, curiosity, and a love of nature in a playful, welcoming environment. Our first class kicks off in January, and we can’t wait to grow with your kids all year long.
One FREE 8qt Organic Cactus Soil with purchase!
January 17 Saturday and January 18 Sunday First 50 families each day. (one per family)
Inspirational Gardens From Around the World
January 18 Sunday 11am-12:00pm
Dee Montpetit combines her passion for travel and gardening through Ma Petite Tours, a boutique travel company specializing in small-group garden adventures. A seasoned travel professional since 1989 and a certified Master Gardener for over 19 years, Dee also owns Ma Petite Gardens, where she designs beautiful, lower-maintenance landscapes that make the most of every garden’s potential.
With over 25 years of hands-on gardening experience and an eye for design, Dee has visited hundreds of gardens around the world. Her tours are known for being in depth, diverse, informative, and fun. In this seminar, Dee shares some of her favorite and most inspiring gardens—along with ideas you can bring home to your own gardens.
January 24 Saturday January 25 Saturday
FREE Tillandsia/ air plant. First 40 families each day. (one per family)
Indoor Plant Pests & Diseases: What’s Bugging Your Plants? FREE RSVP please
January 24 Saturday 10am-11:00pm
Spots, sticky leaves, tiny bugs, or plants that just don’t look happy? Join Caleb and Alison from Sound Horticulture for an informative, practical class on identifying and managing common indoor plant pests and diseases. As experts in Integrated Pest Management (IPM), they’ll show you how to correctly diagnose problems, understand what’s causing them, and choose the safest, most effective solutions.
This class focuses on prevention first, smart treatment options, and when intervention is truly needed—so you’re not overreacting or over-treating. You’ll learn how to spot early warning signs, improve plant health naturally, and feel confident responding when issues arise.
Perfect for houseplant lovers who want healthier plants and fewer “what is THAT?” moments.
Native Plants for a more Resilient and Sustainable Northwest Garden
January 24 11:00am to 12:30pm
Learn how to make your Northwest garden thrive! Join us for a season opener on the incredible benefits of using native plants. Discover how many of our local plants create a more resilient, and sustainable landscape. Supporting local birds, and wildlife while having a beautiful and lower maintenance landscape is possible with some planning and intention early in the gardening season.
Get inspired to choose the perfect Pacific Northwest natives for your own yard! Presented by Lisa Miller of Eco-Restore Consulting and Design
With a deep-rooted affection for the natural world, Lisa shares her enthusiasm and knowledge to cultivate a mutual love for all things green through community and collaboration.
Lisa holds a Master of Environmental Horticulture with a specialization in Restoration Ecology from the University of Washington. She is also a Certified Permaculture Practitioner from Oregon State University, a Certified RainWise contractor, and a Certified Gardenary Coach.
January 31 Saturday 11:00am to 1:00am
Repotting Party! Let’s End the Month Growing Strong! repotting is FREE!
We’re wrapping up the month with a fun, hands-on repotting party for your houseplants. Purchase or bring in a plant that’s outgrown its pot, and our My Garden team will help you refresh the soil, size up to the right container, and set your plant up for its next season of growth. Whether your plant needs a little room to breathe or a full refresh, this is a relaxed, social way to give it the care it deserves.
End the month feeling accomplished and confident your plants are ready to thrive.
February 2026
It's the Big Berry Bonanza all month long!
It’s Big Berry Bonanza month. This is the month we receive hundreds of fruit trees, citrus and berries including some rare and unique varieties. Plus we’re thrilled to welcome Edward from Cloud Mountain Farm as one of our newest My Garden experts.
Fruit Tree Growing RSVP please 360-366-8406
February 14 Saturday
11:00am Fruit Tree Seminar.
Edward will cover site preparation, choosing the best varieties, pest management, and other techniques for growing bountiful apples, pears, plums, and more!
12:15pm BREAK time- Yummy jam tasting with scones and coffee.
12:25pm to 1:00pm Hands on pruning demo with Edward
After the break, he will demonstrate how to prune young trees to begin developing form and show how to graft new varieties onto existing trees. Take home with you a wealth of knowledge on how to grow your own fruit trees, and a selection of scion wood to practice your own grafting!
Berry Gardening in the Pacific Northwest RSVP please
February 21 Saturday
11:00am to 12:30pm
Join Edward for an in-depth seminar focused on growing vibrant, healthy berry plants. Whether you're a beginner gardener or a seasoned grower, this session will provide expert advice on how to successfully cultivate a variety of berries, from classic favorites like strawberries and blueberries, to extraordinary kiwi berries and currants. Learn about selecting the best varieties for your garden’s conditions and the importance of soil pH, drainage, and organic matter in creating the perfect growing environment. Step-by-step guidance on planting your berries, including spacing, pruning, and training for optimal harvests.
Bloom Buddies Kids Club FREE
February 21 1:00pm to 1:30pm Draw/paint rock "love bugs"
Bloom Buddies is a hands-on kids club for curious young gardeners ages 4–12. Each monthly class invites kids to explore the world of plants through fun activities, simple science, and creative projects designed just for them. From soil and seeds to bugs, roots, and blooms, kids will learn how plants grow and why they matter. Led by JoeLee, Bloom Buddies builds confidence, curiosity, and a love of nature in a playful, welcoming environment.
Fruit Tree Growing (description above) RSVP please 360-366-8406
February 28 Saturday
11:00am Fruit Tree Seminar.
Edward will cover site preparation, choosing the best varieties, pest management, and other techniques for growing bountiful apples, pears, plums, and more!
12:15pm BREAK time- Yummy jam tasting with scones and coffee.
12:25pm to 1:00pm Hands on pruning demo with Edward
After the break, he will demonstrate how to prune young trees to begin developing form and show how to graft new varieties onto existing trees. Take home with you a wealth of knowledge on how to grow your own fruit trees, and a selection of scion wood to practice your own grafting!
March 2026
Hi Bellingham Friends, March is Mushroom Madness Month!
My Garden loves everything MUSHROOM! We will have our best selection of mushroom books, socks, décor, garden art and mushroom growing kits. Plus check out the seminars!
It's going to be SPOREtacular!
Plus Karen Chapman author of Deer Resistant Design will be here!
Growing Beautiful Roses with Larry Clark
March 7 Saturday
11:00am to 12:30
Learn how to grow and care for stunning roses in the Pacific Northwest’s unique climate. In this seminar, you’ll discover the best rose varieties for the region, as well as expert tips on planting, pruning, and maintaining healthy vibrant roses. From selecting the right soil and location to preventing pests and diseases. Larry will cover everything you need to know to achieve a blooming rose garden in the PNW. Learn how to properly plant roses, improve soil conditions, and caring for roses through all seasons from winter protection to spring rejuvenation. Master the art of pruning for health and optimal blooms. RSVP 360-366-8406
Mushroom Foraging Basics Course FREE
March 14 Saturday 11:30-1:00pm RSVP 360-366-8406
Join outdoor educator, naturalist, and experienced forager, Jazmen Yoder of Northwest Natura, for this comprehensive one-day workshop to get prepared for foraging on your own! We’ll cover essential skills and knowledge to safely and responsibly forage wild mushrooms in your area.
In this class you will learn:
Mushroom identification techniques for common edible and poisonous species
Mushroom foraging basics: regulations, ethics, safety, and gear
List of resources to help you safely identify mushrooms you find
Tips for finding your own reliable mushroom foraging spots
Q&A period – come with questions to ask a foraging expert!
Understanding the Fungi Kingdom: $40
1:15pm to 4:15pm (3 hours with an intermission)
Fungi Basics – What is a mushroom?
Mushroom ecology – seasonality and habitats explained
Learn the key differences between morels and chanterelles (Ascomycota vs Basidiomycota) .
Symbiotic fungal relationships – plants, lichen, and more.
Introduction to dichotomous keys and how to use them for identification.
Through lecture, demonstration, and a hands-on activity, you’ll gain confidence and know-how for the next mushroom foraging season.
Whether you’re a beginner or have some foraging experience, these workshops will provide the fundamentals of responsible mushroom foraging to prepare you for a bountiful mushroom season.
Join this special event where the first hour and a half is FREE, and the second half ($40/person) is more in depth for those looking to understand basic mycology. Get ready to hunt those delicious wild fungi!
Purchase tickets to Understanding the Fungi Kingdom through www.northwestnatura.com/fieldtrips/fungi-kingdom
Bloom Buddies Kids Club FREE
March 21 1:00pm to 1:30pm Grass Planter Project
Bloom Buddies is a hands-on kids club for curious young gardeners ages 4–12. Each monthly class invites kids to explore the world of plants through fun activities, simple science, and creative projects designed just for them. From soil and seeds to bugs, roots, and blooms, kids will learn how plants grow and why they matter. Led by JoeLee, Bloom Buddies builds confidence, curiosity, and a love of nature in a playful, welcoming environment.
Deer-Resistant Design with Author Karen Chapman
March 28 11:00am to 12:00pm
Gardening in Bellingham means sharing our landscapes with deer, but that doesn’t mean giving up on beauty. Join garden designer and educator Karen Chapman for an inspiring seminar on creating lush, attractive gardens that thrive without fencing, even in deer-heavy areas.
Karen will share proven design strategies used in real Pacific Northwest gardens, including smart plant choices, layout techniques, and container ideas that help reduce browsing while still looking intentional and welcoming. You’ll learn how to think beyond simple “deer-resistant plant lists” and instead design gardens that are resilient, layered, and enjoyable year-round.
Perfect for anyone frustrated by deer damage or looking to garden more confidently in our local conditions, whether you’re planting a new space or refreshing an existing one.
(Book signing after)
April
April 1 is April Fools Day!
Bloom Buddies Kids Club Potpourri Sachets
April 18 Saturday 1:00pm to 1:30pm
May
Content
Please stop in any time and talk with our friendly team of garden experts!
We are always available to talk plants!
Bloom Buddies Kids Club: Butterfly feeder Sponge
Saturday May 16 1:00pm to 1:30pm
June
Water plants- Saturday June 13, 11:00am
Join us for a fun and educational seminar on water gardening. We will take you through the steps to help you create your first water bowl to how to add to or embellish your existing water pond.
Learn how water hyacinths and lettuce can help act like a natural filter to clear up your murky pond.
Discover hardy water lilies, cat tails, grasses, and more.
Bloom Buddies Kids Club: Pot a Pansy
Saturday June 20 1:00pm to 1:30pm
FREE for kids ages 4 to 12
July 2026
Tropical NW 35% OFF Planter SALE!!
All ceramic planters are 35% OFF for the entire month of July
Tropical plants like Bananas, Mandevilla, and Cannas are 25% OFF all month!
WIN one of 2, $100 Gift Certificates. Enter drawing every Saturday and Sunday in July!
Carnivorous plants Seminar FREE
Sunday July 11 11:00am
Join us for a lively seminar led by Lucy and Caleb
Curious about Venus flytraps, pitcher plants, or sundews? You’ll learn what makes these insect-eating wonders so unique, how they trap their prey, and what they need to thrive at home. We’ll cover everything from choosing the right soil and light, to watering techniques, feeding tips, and how to avoid common mistakes. Whether you’re a total beginner or a curious collector, this seminar will help you grow with confidence.
Bloom Buddies Kids Club: Decorate a Bee House
Saturday July 18 1:00pm to 1:30pm FREE
August
Spend YOUR Frequent Flower Points! How many do you have?
Stop in or call us at 360-366-8406 to find out any day in January 2026
Your current points expire AUGUST 31 2027!
Points can be used on plants and products for up to 50% off!
If you signed up with your phone number then you are earning $1 for every $10 you spend!
Points/ dollars are earned in every month but January and August.
Bloom Buddies Kids Club FREE Surprise!
August 15 1:00pm to 1:30pm
September 2026
Sasquatch September Schedule
Plant in a BIG way! September is a great time to plant.
Do it now after the heat of summer and before winter to get those roots established.
There's a rumor Big Foot will be visiting us this year!
Watch for Sasquatch sightings!
He’s BIG. He’s HAIRY. And he LOVES plants. Our giant-footed friend is hiding somewhere in the nursery—and he’ll be popping up all month long!
Sasquatch Drawing! Enter to WIN a $200. Gift Certificate!
Enter the drawing every Saturday and Sunday in September!
FREE Mini Garden Consultations
Choose an area of YOUR garden you want to update or renovate. Bring your pictures or drawings.
Tony, Michelle, or Cheryl will talk over your options based on your garden dreams and help choose plants that will flourish in your environment. Call the store in September to RSVP.
Carnivorous plants Seminar FREE Saturday 12 11:00am Join us for a lively seminar led by a carnivorous plant expert, Phaedra who will dig into the fascinating world of these bug-catching wonders. Curious about Venus flytraps, pitcher plants, or sundews? You’ll learn what makes these insect-eating wonders so unique, how they trap their prey, and what they need to thrive at home. We’ll cover everything from choosing the right soil and light, to watering techniques, feeding tips, and how to avoid common mistakes. Whether you’re a total beginner or a curious collector, this seminar will help you grow with confidence. Come explore the strange and spectacular world of carnivorous plants! Phaedra runs Courting Frogs with the famous Jerry Addington. She has been breeding new varieties of Sarracenia, Pinguicula, and Nepenthes.
Carnivorous Plant Bog Workshop $50 Saturday September 12 1:00 Phaedra with Courting Frogs will demonstrate how to build a temperate carnivorous plant bog for your garden. She will take you through the steps to create your very own and then how to take care of it throughout the year. Price includes plants, media and pot. Plants
Bloom Buddies Kids Club: FREE Leaf Stencils/ Rubbing Art
September 19 1:00pm to 1:30pm
Fabulous Fall Container RE-Fresh Saturday Sept 26 11:00am-12:00pm RSVP This is your chance to turn tired summer pots into dazzling autumn showpieces! Your guide for the day, Nancy, brings a lifetime of know-how, a sparkle in her eye, and a knack for making every gardening project feel like an adventure. She’ll share creative ways to layer rich fall colors, bold foliage, and unexpected textures so your containers look stunning straight through the season. From vibrant mums to tumbling silver dichondra, you’ll discover combinations you never imagined—and leave inspired to create your own. Come for the fresh ideas, stay for the laughter, and head home ready to make this fall fabulous.
💜 September is World Alzheimer’s Awareness Month! Did you know that 10% of every Purple Flamingo sale is given to the Alzheimer’s Association? But that’s not all—My Garden and our amazing customers also donate monthly to Bellingham’s Dementia Support NW, helping families right here in our community. Purple is to Alzheimer’s what pink is to breast cancer—and that’s exactly how the Purple Flamingo tradition started at My Garden nearly 20 years ago. Owner Jenny Gunderson was inspired by her own parents, both of whom lived—and passed—with Alzheimer’s. What began as a heartfelt way to honor them has grown into a cause our nursery and community are proud to support. Together, My Garden and our customers have donated over $115,000 to Alzheimer’s research and local support. Every purple flamingo you buy makes a difference—thank you for helping us keep hope alive!
October 2026
October 3 Saturday
Scarecrow Contest Starts
October 17 Saturday
Mr. Dilly Pickles and Miss Dally Cucumbers Birthday party!
First 100 customers receive FREE Kitty-cat ears to wear to celebrate! (2 per family)
Cupcakes at 1:00pm
PLUS the CLEARANCE CARNIVAL!
Lots of Plants and Products marked down to $1, $2, $5, $10 and $20!
Carnival games with PRIZES
Drawings for Gift Certificates and PRIZES!
Bloom Buddies Kids Club: FREE Pumpkin Decorating
October 17 Saturday 1:00pm to 1:30pm
Sunday. October 18
CLEARANCE CONTINUES!
Lots of Plants and Products marked down to $1, $2, $5, $10 and $20!
Drawings for Gift Certificates and PRIZES!
November 2026
The Garden Artisan Market
November 7 Saturday 9:00am-5:30pm
November 8 Sunday 10:00am -5:00pm
Step into a world of creativity and inspiration at our "Garden Artisan Market", a vibrant arts and crafts show at My Garden Nursery! This exciting event brings together local artisans to showcase their beautifully crafted works. Wander through the store and visit with local artists showing off and selling one-of-a-kind pieces that reflect the spirit of our community and the colors of the season. Bring your family and friends, support local artisans, and enjoy a day surrounded by the beauty of both art and nature!
Starting in January 2026 stop in and pick up a flyer with details on how to be a part of the Garden Artisan Market 2026.
November 14 Saturday 11:00am
Winter Welcome: Bringing Birds & Pollinators to Your Garden
Even as the garden slows down, there’s so much you can do to support hummingbirds, birds, and beneficial pollinators through fall and winter. Learn which plants, feeders, water sources, and simple habitat choices make your garden a safe, nourishing stop in the colder months—especially here in the Pacific Northwest.
Bloom Buddies: FREE Pinecone Turkeys
November 21 1:00pm to 1:30pm
November brings Poinsettias, Live Christmas trees, Fresh wreaths and Cut Christmas trees!
December 2026
December 5 Saturday 10:00-11:30am
Succulent Tree Workshop $50
Make an adorable centerpiece for your holiday table. Workshop includes succulents, tree form,
moss, holiday baubles and even a tillandsia star for the top! plus friendly instructions and laughter!
RSVP please to 360-366-8406. This class tends to fill up early.
December 5, Saturday 10:00am-2:00pm
Santa photos with Pets! FREE
December 12 Saturday and December 13 Sunday
Holiday Open House (All Day)
Bloom Buddies Kids Club: FREE Plant Paperwhites
December 19 1:00pm to 1:30pm
December 24 close at 3:00pm
My Garden is closed December 25, 26
Open December 27, 28
Closed December 29, 30 for inventory
Open December 31 until 3:00pm
Closed January 1
See you January 2nd 2026 for the IndoorPlant-a-Palooza! and to spend your Frequent Flower Points!