To MOM with Love, New Mother's Day Arrivals In The Shop! 
Date + Time: Saturday, August 16th, 2025 | 9:30-11:30am
Instructor: Nancy Nielson
Join us as we gather in the greenhouse for a special demonstration and hands-on tutorial learning the tips and tricks on how to make your own artisanal sourdough bread! In this class, you will make and take home your starter, “feed” it for a few days and then use it to make lovely boules of delicious sourdough bread. —all possible in a home oven. We’ll talk about the benefits of using a sourdough levan, the tools you might want to acquire, and enjoy the all-important samples provided by guest speaker Nancy Nielson.
$45 -- All supplies/materials are included in the cost of the workshop. This includes discussion, a sourdough starter kit, samples, and a syllabus (complete with step by step photographs.)
Classes Have Limited Space Available.
PLEASE NOTE: Unfortunately due to material costs & popularity of the class, cancellations after August 9th cannot be refunded. If you have any questions or need to cancel please reach out to us at info@sunrivergardens.com
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Date + Time: Saturday, June 28th | 9:30-11:30am Instructor: Tonya LeMoneEnjoy a morning of crafting as we gather to create this whimsical garden chandelier using a 24" grapevine wreath base, forest moss, and gorgeous faux blooms + stems in a perfect for summer color palette of mixed shades of pink, coral and lush greens. We think this wreath will become the perfect addition to any outdoor space, lasting through this season and beyond! $150-- This is a hands on workshop. All supplies/materials are included in the cost of the workshop. Garden Rewards cannot be used towards the purchase of workshops. Classes Have Limited Space Available.PLEASE NOTE: Unfortunately due to material costs & popularity of the class, cancellations after June 21st cannot be refunded. If you have any questions or need to cancel please reach out to us at info@sunrivergardens.com -
Date + Time: SaturdayAugust 2nd, 2025 | 9:30-11:30am Guest Instructor: Nancy Nielson Bring a disappearing art back to life! Experience the happiness of eating what you grow not only in the summer but throughout the winter as well. In this class we will explore the many different ways of preserving what you grow - Canning, freezing, freeze-drying, dehydrating, cold storage and even using a root cellar. You can do all of it or just some of it but it’s easier than you think; it takes care of all those tomatoes and cucumbers in wonderful ways; the varieties and flavors of what you preserve yourself cannot be duplicated; the benefit of knowing what’s in your jars and what’s not in your jars (chemicals, dyes, and pesticides) brings peace and better health. That’s a lot to think about! Samples, recipes and how-to demonstrations provided. Did you know there is a pickle for every size of cucumber you grow? Come and learn. $45 — Recipes and Samples IncludedPLEASE NOTE: Unfortunately due to material costs & popularity of the class, cancellations after July 26th cannot be refunded. Garden Rewards cannot be applied towards the purchase of workshops or classes. If you have any questions or need to cancel please reach out to us at info@sunrivergardens.com -
Date + Time: Thursday June 26th, 2025 | 9:30-11:30am Instructor: Kathy Thomas, Lead Nursery Designer/Garden Expert of Sun River Gardens $15 per person – (kids 12 and under are free) Join us as you'll learn the art of growing dahlias! Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out on your floral journey, Kathy will share her extensive knowledge of tuber selection, planting, care & maintenance, pests & disease control, and delve into the methods she uses to employ and ensure healthy growth and achieve vibrant blooms.PLEASE NOTE: Unfortunately due to material costs & popularity of the class, cancellations after June 19th cannot be refunded. Garden Rewards cannot be applied towards the purchase of workshops or classes. If you have any questions or need to cancel please reach out to us at info@sunrivergardens.com -
Date + Time: Saturday July 12th, 2025 | 9:30-11:30am Guest Instructor: Nancy Nielson Nancy’s Italian mother Frances passed on not only recipes, mostly never written down, but her love of gardening and growing her own raw materials – tomatoes, onions, garlic, basil, eggplant, zucchini, and more. Come and learn how to make pasta sauce from scratch, pesto, eggplant parmesan, focaccia and pizza. Homemade ricotta is so easy and so delicious – nothing you can buy compares! And we’ll show you how to make pasta. Your kitchen will smell heavenly and your family and friends will be transported to Old Italy. $45 — Recipes and Samples IncludedPLEASE NOTE: Unfortunately due to material costs & popularity of the class, cancellations after July 5th cannot be refunded. Garden Rewards cannot be applied towards the purchase of workshops or classes. If you have any questions or need to cancel please reach out to us at info@sunrivergardens.com -
Date + Time: Saturday August 23rd, 2025 | 9:30-11:30am Instructor: Master Craftsman Don De St Jeor Join as you'll learn the art of obelisk weaving! If you have ever wanted to know how to create beautiful, handmade plant supports, now is your opportunity! Garden obelisks are commonly used outdoors to create a framework for growing climbing plants, positioned in planters for plants to grow between, or staged in the landscape as garden art. You can grow sweet peas on them, clematis, beans, and any other plant that likes to climb. The workshop will take approximately 2 hours, and by the end, you’ll have a finished obelisk to take home. $80 — This is a hands on workshop to build 1 x Garden Obelisk. The height of the finished piece will be about 7ft in height. All supplies/materials are included in the cost of the workshop. Classes Have Limited Space Available.PLEASE NOTE: Unfortunately due to material costs & popularity of the class, cancellations after August 12th cannot be refunded. Garden Rewards cannot be applied towards the purchase of workshops or classes. If you have any questions or need to cancel please reach out to us at info@sunrivergardens.com -
Date + Time: Saturday September 13th | 9:30-11:30am Guest Instructor: Nancy NielsonWhat do you do with all those lovely fruits and vegetables your garden is giving you right now? Gather with us on September 7th as we set the table at Sun River Gardens with our guest speaker Nancy Nielson as she shares with you some of her NEWEST, tastiest ideas and recipes! Enjoy delicious sights, smells and tastes that have been harvested straight from the garden with -salads, entrees, sauces, marinades, and desserts. "We’ll do the cooking, you do the tasting." A cookbook of Farm to Table recipes is included in the cost of the class.
About Our Guest Speaker:
Kerry and Nancy Nielson’s garden is in Lindon, Utah. They have long subscribed to the philosophies embraced by the Slow Food movement, the Eat Clean and Live movement, and the How to Save Money and Eat From Your Garden for 5-6 Months movement (both of which were created and founded by the Nielson's).
$50 — Recipes and Samples IncludedPLEASE NOTE: Unfortunately due to material costs & popularity of the class, cancellations after September 6th cannot be refunded. Garden Rewards cannot be applied towards the purchase of workshops or classes. If you have any questions or need to cancel please reach out to us at info@sunrivergardens.com -
Date + Time: Saturday, July 19th, 2025 | 9:30-11:30am Instructor: Kathy Thomas, Lead Nursery Designer/Garden Expert of Sun River Gardens $15 per person – (kids 12 and under are free)Join Kathy for a special Hydrangea 101 workshop! Topics covered will include:
1. Common Hydrangea species and their unique needs.
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- Macrophylla (Mophead)
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- Paniculata (Panicle)
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- Serrata (Lacecap)
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- Quercifolia (Oakleaf)
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- Petiolaris (Climbing)
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- Arborescens (Smooth Woodland)
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- Fertilizing
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- Watering
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- Planting
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- Mulching
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- Pruning
3. Hydrangea Hardiness
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- Planting zones
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- How to protect plants during winter
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- Winter watering
This class will be a 1.5 hour discussion, with plenty of time for questions during and at the end of the seminar. By the end of the class you will have the information and confidence you need to select and care for these beautiful plants in your own landscape.
PLEASE NOTE: Unfortunately due to material costs & popularity of the class, cancellations after July 12th cannot be refunded. Garden Rewards cannot be applied towards the purchase of workshops or classes. If you have any questions or need to cancel please reach out to us at info@sunrivergardens.com -
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Date + Time: Saturday, September 20th 2025 | 9:30-11:30am Instructor: Kathy Thomas, Lead Nursery Designer/Garden Expert of Sun River Gardens $15 per person – (kids 12 and under are free)
Join Kathy for a special Hydrangea 101 workshop! Topics covered will include:
1. Common Hydrangea species and their unique needs.
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- Macrophylla (Mophead)
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- Paniculata (Panicle)
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- Serrata (Lacecap)
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- Quercifolia (Oakleaf)
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- Petiolaris (Climbing)
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- Arborescens (Smooth Woodland)
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- Fertilizing
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- Watering
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- Planting
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- Mulching
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- Pruning
3. Hydrangea Hardiness
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- Planting zones
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- How to protect plants during winter
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- Winter watering
This class will be a 1.5 hour discussion, with plenty of time for questions during and at the end of the seminar. By the end of the class you will have the information and confidence you need to select and care for these beautiful plants in your own landscape.
PLEASE NOTE: Unfortunately due to material costs & popularity of the class, cancellations after September 13th cannot be refunded. Garden Rewards cannot be applied towards the purchase of workshops or classes. If you have any questions or need to cancel please reach out to us at info@sunrivergardens.com -
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Date + Time: Saturday September 6th, 2025 | 9:30-11:30am Guest Instructor: Irma LopezWant to learn how to make authentic Mexican salsas from your home-grown garden? Come learn the art of salsa making with, Irma Lopez! In this class, you will have access to a wide variety of salsa recipes and samples made by Irma herself, and then also learn how to incorporate ordinary garden ingredients into your daily cooking in a variety of ways, straight from the heart of Mexico right onto your table!
$38 — Recipes and Samples IncludedPLEASE NOTE: Unfortunately due to material costs & popularity of the class, cancellations after August 30th cannot be refunded. Garden Rewards cannot be applied towards the purchase of workshops or classes. If you have any questions or need to cancel please reach out to us at info@sunrivergardens.com -
Date + Time: Saturday, June 21st, 2025 | 9:30-11:30am Guest Instructor: Karen Robison $15 per person – (kids 12 and under are free).Honeysuckle at the gate, roses around the porch, tall spikes of delphiniums swaying in a gentle breeze...this is the allure of a Cottage Garden! You do not have to cross the Atlantic to enjoy the romance of a beautiful English flower garden. You can create your very own Cottage Garden right here in Utah! Come learn a few elements...and you'll feel as if England is right outside your door.PLEASE NOTE: Unfortunately due to material costs & popularity of the class, cancellations after June 21st cannot be refunded. If you have any questions or need to cancel please reach out to us at info@sunrivergardens.com