Events

2024 Events

We love to share our plant knowledge and celebrate the seasons with you! Event details may occasionally change, so be sure to check this page for the most updated information.

Something missing that you're interested in? Want to host a club meeting at our location? Send us a note at dammannsgcs@gmail.com. 

Succulent Hanging Basket Class

Saturday, January 20, 1:00 pm

Design your own succulent hanging basket. In this class you will be guided by our grower and designer Kathy to create a beautiful arrangement of succulents. You'll receive some succulent starts and an 8 inch hanging basket.

A $15.99 nonrefundable fee due at registration.

Click here to register for the class. 

Seed Starting and Companion Planting

Saturday, February 17, 1:00 pm

Get a head start on planning your spring and summer garden. Learn about  companion planting and learn different methods for seed starting. At the end of the class you'll receive a small seed starting tray and some seeds to start.

A $10.00 nonrefundable fee due at registration.

Click here to register. 

 

Flower and Patio Show

Saturday March 9 - Sunday March 17, Hours Vary

Come visit our booth at the Indiana Flower and Patio Show. There will be so much to see and so much to inspire you for your spring projects.

Click here to find more information about tickets, hours, and vendors.

Landscape Design Workshop

Sunday, March 17 & 24, By Appointment Only

Schedule an appointment with our design architect and grower Kathy. She will guide you in creating a beautiful landscape design for your plot.

Come prepared for your meeting by bringing a rough map of the lot and house. Note any good features and eyesores surrounding the property, along with lifestyle requirements due to animals, children, or nature. Please bring printed photos of landscaping sites. 

A $25.00 nonrefundable fee due at registration. ($25 gift card will be given to each participant after the appointment)

Click here to make an appointment. 

Jumpstart to Spring Lecture Series and Tours

Saturday, April 6 - Walk-ins Are Welcomed!

Each class will be free and followed by a tour of our greenhouse facility where we produce a wide variety of our plants. You'll receive a production plant at the end of the tour.

  • Grass Seed Class by Helen Dammann at 11: 00 am: We'll share our best tips on timing, which seeds to use, effective products, and troubleshooting. 
  • No Dig Gardening by Mel Robles. Saturday at 1:00pm: Learn about no dig garden methods and container planting.
  • Gardening Vegetables in Indiana by Jim Dammann Sr. at 3:00 pm: Learn how to plan and prepare for the best harvest with our experienced gardener Jim.

Click here to register for grass seed class.

Click here to register for No Dig Gardening.

Click here to register for Vegetables in Indiana.

Hanging Basket Design Workshop

Sunday, April 7 at 1:00 pm and 2:00 pm

Dammann's West is a large growing and retail facility that produces the most beautiful hanging baskets in town. Our experts will help you create your own 10" hanging basket with plant plugs. You do the potting and we do the growing! Leave it behind, and we will GROW your container with tender loving care providing water & fertilizer as needed.

Fee is $29.99 and nonrefundable for one 10” container. Pickup dates – 5/6 thru 5/10. 

Click here to register for the class. 

Annual Container Design Workshop

Sunday, April 7 at 3:00 pm

Dammann's West is a large growing and retail facility that produces beautiful annual containers. Our experts will help you create your own mixed annual container with plant plugs. You do the potting and we do the growing! Leave it behind, and we will GROW your container with tender loving care providing water & fertilizer as needed.

Fee is $29.99 and nonrefundable for one 10” container. Pickup dates – 5/8 thru 5/11. 

Click here to register for the class. 

Dammann's Famous Tomato Sale

Thursday, April 18 while supplies last

Shop our famous tomato sale while quantities last. Only Thursday April 18th from 9:00 am to 6:30 pm. Buy a 4 pack for $1.00 (regularly $2.19). limit one flat per person. No coupon needed. 

 

Potting Bar Sundays

Sunday, May 19 and 26 at 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Our potting bar will be open from 10am-4pm; purchase a container or bring in your own.  Cost is for material only – our designer’s advice is free!

No registration required.

 

Build A Bug Hotel

Saturday, June 15th, 1:00 PM

Learn about native pollinators and build your own bug hotel to encourage biodiversity in your garden. All materials included. Fee is $15.00 and nonrefundable.   This is a kid friendly class but appropriate for all ages.

Click here to register.

 

 

Natives Plants of Indiana

Sunday, June 16 at 1:00 PM

Create a safe habitat for important pollinators to your garden with native perennials.  Learn the varieties of colorful and nectar rich plants. Fee is $10.00 and nonrefundable. Free perennial for all that attend, and Special Houseplant Sale for class attendees.

Click here to register.

 

 

 

Free Hayrides for All Ages! From 12 PM to 3 PM

 

Saturday, September 28

Saturday, October 5

Saturday, October 12

Saturday, October 19

Visit us for our hayride through the haunted plant cemetery. Take a picture at our fall backdrop. Rides run from 12pm to 3pm. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. All ages are welcome.

 

Fall Porch Pot Workshop

Sunday, October 6 at 1:00 PM

Create a unique fall-themed planter with mums, mini pumpkins and other autumnal plant material to jazz up your porch. You'll be guided by our designer and grower Kathy. Ticket covers pot and plant materials.. Cost is $29.99 for materials.

Click here to register for the workshop.

 

 

Pumpkin Painting for All Ages - Hayride Included!!

 

Saturday, October 12, at 1:00 PM

Visit our garden center to paint your own small pumpkin just in time for your Halloween décor. Children must come with a responsible adult. One pumpkin and materials for painting are included in ticket price. Additional pumpkins can be purchased at the garden center. Stay for our hayride through the haunted plant cemetery.

Click here to get your ticket.

 

Scavenger Hunt for All Ages! - Hayride Included!

Saturday, October 12, at  any time 11 AM-4 PM

Visit our retail store for an indoor Scavenger Hunt!  You will receive a prize once you find all  of the gardening items on the list.  Open for ALL ages. Children must come with a responsible adult.   Stay for our hayride through the haunted plant cemetery.

 

Landscape Design Workshop

Sunday, October 18th & 20th, By Appointment Only

Schedule an appointment with our design architect and grower Kathy. She will guide you in creating a beautiful landscape design for your plot.

Come prepared for your meeting by bringing a rough map of the lot and house. Note any good features and eyesores surrounding the property, along with lifestyle requirements due to animals, children, or nature. Please bring printed photos of landscaping sites. 

A $25.00 nonrefundable fee due at registration. ($25 gift card will be given to each participant after the appointment)

Click here to make an appointment. 

Holiday Porch Pot Workshop

Sunday, November 24 at 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM 

Come down to our greenhouse to make your own festive holiday porch pot. Perfect to decorate in time for the holidays. With our designer, you'll decorate a 10" pot with evergreens, branches, pinecones, and berries. Cost is $44.99 for materials.

Click here to register for the 11:00 AM workshop.

Click here to register for the 1:00 PM workshop.

 

English Wreath Class

Saturday, November 23 at 1:00 PM 

At this fun and festive class you will design a beautiful wreath and share creative ideas with all participants! This class will fill fast.... Plan to attend with a friend or family member. It’s bonding time!   Cost is $44.99 for materials.

Click here to register for the 1:00 PM workshop.