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Curious about orchids but not sure where to start? Join our Houseplant Masterclass: Orchids for Beginners on Saturday, February 7th at 11am at our Independence Blvd. location. In this hands-on, in-store seminar, our Green Team experts will guide you through everything you need to know to grow and care for these elegant plants. Learn about watering, light requirements, repotting, and how to encourage blooms, all while getting tips to keep your orchids thriving year-round. This FREE event is perfect for beginners, requires no registration, but seating is limited.
Calling all houseplant lovers! Join us for our Valentine’s Houseplant Bingo on February 14th, 2026 at 11am, exclusively at our Independence Blvd. location. This isn’t your classic bingo, our custom houseplant bingo cards feature your favorite plants, which we’ll call out live while you mark your cards. Every round begins with announcing the prize of that round. When you get a BINGO, you can come up to grab your prize! While prizes aren’t guaranteed for every player, everyone can join in for free and enjoy the experience. Instruction and prizes will be provided while supplies last. Seating is limited, however, you can reserve your spot by grabbing a free ticket in-store or online to make sure you can play. ONLINE RESERVATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED. Walk-ins welcome while supplies last.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day by creating something full of love at our Build Your Own Love Bird Terrarium Workshop on February 14th, 2026 at 2pm, exclusively at our Independence Blvd. location. This hands-on workshop centers around a charming pair of swans nestled into a living terrarium. You’ll begin by prepping your 6-inch glass bowl, then plant and add rocks before placing your swan “lovebirds” as the centerpiece of your design. The result is a romantic, one-of-a-kind terrarium that tells a love story rooted in nature. Our knowledgeable Green Team will guide you step-by-step, sharing tips to help your terrarium thrive long after Valentine’s Day. Perfect for a Valentine’s date, a Galentine’s outing, or anyone who believes love deserves something a little green. $25 per person. All supplies and instructions included.
Get ready for the ultimate plant parenting extravaganza as Plantopia Presents: Houseplant Adoption Weekend at McDonald Garden Center! This event will be all weekend long Saturday, February 8th - Sunday, February 9th, 2025 for you to pick the perfect plant that suits you best.Let’s take a magical journey into the world of houseplants as we open the doors to the lush land of Plantopia at our Independence Blvd. location to get you started on your adoption journey. The quest of becoming a plant parent starts with filling out a questionnaire, where we'll get to know a few things like where your plant will be and what preferences you have for things like care. After that, our Green Team will match you with your perfect plant baby. But the fun doesn't stop there! We've got a whole list of activities to participate in:A selfie area where you can snap a photo with your new plant friendFree self-potting station where you can give your new plant the perfect home.Step-by-step guidance from our Green TeamFree plant care guidesPrepare yourself for a weekend of plant-filled fun, laughter, and maybe a little dirt under your nails at Plantopia's Houseplant Adoption Weekend. You'll fall in love at first leaf.
Winter can leave your houseplants looking a little lackluster. Learn how to give them the boost they need to thrive at our Houseplant Masterclass: How to Feed Your Houseplants on Saturday, February 28th at 11am at our Independence Blvd. location. During this in-store seminar, our Green Team experts will show you how to help your plants with the right plant food for the job. Learn how often to feed, which types work best for different houseplants, and practical tips to keep your leafy greens and flowering favorites healthy and vibrant all year long. This FREE event is open to plant lovers of all levels, requires no registration, but seating is limited.
Calling all houseplant lovers! Join us for our Valentine’s Houseplant Bingo on February 14th, 2026 at 11am, exclusively at our Independence Blvd. location. This isn’t your classic bingo, our custom houseplant bingo cards feature your favorite plants, which we’ll call out live while you mark your cards. Every round begins with announcing the prize of that round. When you get a BINGO, you can come up to grab your prize! While prizes aren’t guaranteed for every player, everyone can join in for free and enjoy the experience. Instruction and prizes will be provided while supplies last. Seating is limited, however, you can reserve your spot by grabbing a free ticket in-store or online to make sure you can play. ONLINE RESERVATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED. Walk-ins welcome while supplies last.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day by creating something full of love at our Build Your Own Love Bird Terrarium Workshop on February 14th, 2026 at 2pm, exclusively at our Independence Blvd. location. This hands-on workshop centers around a charming pair of swans nestled into a living terrarium. You’ll begin by prepping your 6-inch glass bowl, then plant and add rocks before placing your swan “lovebirds” as the centerpiece of your design. The result is a romantic, one-of-a-kind terrarium that tells a love story rooted in nature. Our knowledgeable Green Team will guide you step-by-step, sharing tips to help your terrarium thrive long after Valentine’s Day. Perfect for a Valentine’s date, a Galentine’s outing, or anyone who believes love deserves something a little green. $25 per person. All supplies and instructions included.
Curious about orchids but not sure where to start? Join our Houseplant Masterclass: Orchids for Beginners on Saturday, February 7th at 11am at our Independence Blvd. location. In this hands-on, in-store seminar, our Green Team experts will guide you through everything you need to know to grow and care for these elegant plants. Learn about watering, light requirements, repotting, and how to encourage blooms, all while getting tips to keep your orchids thriving year-round. This FREE event is perfect for beginners, requires no registration, but seating is limited.
Winter can leave your houseplants looking a little lackluster. Learn how to give them the boost they need to thrive at our Houseplant Masterclass: How to Feed Your Houseplants on Saturday, February 28th at 11am at our Independence Blvd. location. During this in-store seminar, our Green Team experts will show you how to help your plants with the right plant food for the job. Learn how often to feed, which types work best for different houseplants, and practical tips to keep your leafy greens and flowering favorites healthy and vibrant all year long. This FREE event is open to plant lovers of all levels, requires no registration, but seating is limited.
Get ready for the ultimate plant parenting extravaganza as Plantopia Presents: Houseplant Adoption Weekend at McDonald Garden Center! This event will be all weekend long Saturday, February 8th - Sunday, February 9th, 2025 for you to pick the perfect plant that suits you best.Let’s take a magical journey into the world of houseplants as we open the doors to the lush land of Plantopia at our Independence Blvd. location to get you started on your adoption journey. The quest of becoming a plant parent starts with filling out a questionnaire, where we'll get to know a few things like where your plant will be and what preferences you have for things like care. After that, our Green Team will match you with your perfect plant baby. But the fun doesn't stop there! We've got a whole list of activities to participate in:A selfie area where you can snap a photo with your new plant friendFree self-potting station where you can give your new plant the perfect home.Step-by-step guidance from our Green TeamFree plant care guidesPrepare yourself for a weekend of plant-filled fun, laughter, and maybe a little dirt under your nails at Plantopia's Houseplant Adoption Weekend. You'll fall in love at first leaf.