Workshops & Events
Cost of classes vary. Please call us at 208.930.4424 or drop by with your deposit to reserve your date and time. Class sizes are limited, so call soon!
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Take a look at our Spring events below.
MARCH 2026
Spring Open House Celebration
Saturday, March 7th | 10am
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Join us to celebrate the Spring Season at Vanhoffs Garden Center and Gift Shop! Come for Door Prizes, Sips & Sweets, and a complimentary Pansy with every purchase!!​
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Free to attend - we can't wait to see you there!
Skills and Strategies for Abundant 2026 Harvest
Saturday, March 7th | 10am
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From starting your own transplants from seed to enhancing abundance in your garden, we invite you to join Merrick Myers, a Garden consultant from Gardens by Merrick, and learn strategies to make 2026 the most plentiful gardening year yet!!
This is a free class you can’t miss!
Spring Faux Wreath Workshop
Saturday, March 14th | 1pm
​Let's usher into spring! Join us in creating a stunning faux spring wreath. Browse our extensive collection of faux flowers to create a unique wreath or opt for one of our expertly designed creations. We'll provide assistance every step of the way.
A $25 deposit is required at registration, and the total cost will be determined by your choice of faux flowers used. This class is so much fun, don’t miss out!!​​
Kokedama
Saturday, March 21st | 1pm
​Join us to create your very own Kokedama! Let houseplants meet art, and learn a Japanese moss ball planting technique! This class offers hands-on advice for the creation and care of an out-of -the-box, beginner-friendly plant that will surely brighten up your world!
The total cost of this class is $45, with a $25 down payment to save your spot. We can’t wait to see you!!
Kids Easter Baskets
Saturday, March 28th | 10am​
Calling all mini-gardeners! We are hosting a children's Easter basket planting party on Saturday, April 5th at 10:00 am in the Vanhoffs greenhouse. They'll discover the magic of planting, caring for, and then taking home their very own Easter basket creation.
The cost is $19.99 to reserve a spot.
Easter Basket Workshop
Saturday, March 28th | 1pm​
Let's plant an Easter basket! Join us in planting this adorable Easter Basket, planted with beautiful spring flowers from pansies to ranunculus and a few other surprises added in. This basket will surely brighten your Easter decor!
The cost is $39.99 to reserve your spot. We will have a great time, join us for this fun project!
APRIL 2026
Adult Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 4th | 9am
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Get ready for the hunt! Don't miss Vanhoffs' 4th Annual Adult Easter Egg Hunt, featuring Easter eggs filled with exciting prizes, such as fertilizers, gloves, garden supplies, gift store goodies, candy, and gift cards, skillfully hidden around the garden center.
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The best part is that everyone will go home with a prize! Search high and low for your favorite egg — but make it count! Each person is limited to one egg only. And keeping with our Vanhoffs tradition, we will have a tasty cookie bar to enjoy too.
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This free, fun-filled event is an excellent way to celebrate Easter, and we extend a warm welcome for you to join us.
Spring Container
Saturday, April 11th | 1pm
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Let's share a relaxing afternoon in the greenhouse, getting our hands in the soil and planting a beautiful spring container. We'll guide you through selecting the perfect plants and arranging them into a vibrant planter you can enjoy all season long.
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Cost of the class is $49.99. Call with your payment to reserve your spot.
Herb Container
Saturday, April 18th | 1pm
Spend an afternoon with us in the greenhouse, creating an herb container and enjoying the satisfaction of harvesting your own fresh herbs all season long.
Cost of the class is $49.99. Call with your payment to reserve your spot. ​​
Hanging Baskets
Saturday, April 25th | 1pm
Join us to create your very own 18” hanging basket. Customize your burst of floral fun that will bloom all season long!
This class is $69.99, with a $25 deposit to reserve your spot!