Garden Center Events & Workshops
Join us at Sandy Beach Garden Center for seasonal showcases, coastal gardening workshops, and community gatherings hosted by our plant experts.
Free Coffee & Gardening Gathering
Every Saturday at 10:00 AM, join Jake Thompson and our plant specialists for complimentary cold bottled water, fresh coffee, and casual Q&A. Bring your plant questions and photos!
Fall Color Weekend
Explore featured flowering shrubs, seasonal color displays, and fall planting ideas tailored for coastal Florida gardens.
Host: Mary Collins & Team
Requirements: Open to all visitors. Walk-ins welcome.
Coastal Gardening Workshop
Learn about salt tolerance, sandy soil conditioning, coastal watering techniques, and plant selection for beachfront and near-coastal yards.
Host: Linda Parker
Requirements: Space is limited. Call (386) 999-3455 to check availability.
Palm Selection Saturday
Explore popular Florida palms—including Bismarck, Foxtail, Areca, and Christmas palms—planting depth, light requirements, and nutritional care.
Host: Sam Rivera
Requirements: No registration required.
Holiday Garden Preview
Preview holiday plants, decorative greenery, seasonal patio containers, and garden gift ideas before the holiday rush.
Host: Jake Thompson & Mary Collins
Requirements: Complimentary coffee and refreshments served.
Christmas at Sandy Beach
A family-friendly holiday Garden Center celebration featuring festive plant displays, seasonal shopping, koi pond activities, and photo spots.
Host: Jake Thompson & Staff
Requirements: Family friendly, pets on leashes welcome.
Holiday Container Workshop
Learn how to compose attractive seasonal plant containers using tropical accents, flowering annuals, and decorative pottery.
Host: Mary Collins
Requirements: Call (386) 999-3455 for advance interest list.
Questions About Workshops or Events?
Jake Thompson, our Events Coordinator, is happy to answer questions about workshop availability or group garden center visits.
(386) 999-3455 • Call Jake