Dates & Details

Mother's Day Grand Opening

May 11, 2024

What:  A Double Celebration:  Mother's Day & The Boutique's 2024 Grand Opening

When:  Saturday, May 11th, 2024

Notions & Particulars:  Come and help us celebrate Mother's Day weekend by attending the annual grand opening of the floral boutique.  This annual event also celebrates the official opening of our 2024 floral season.  Let's launch the season properly!

Events:

• Floral Design Workshop, 9am to 12pm - registration opens on April 9th
• Pick Your Own (PYO), 1pm to 3pm - registration not yet open

Come back soon for more details or sign up below to be added to our email newsletter which includes all of our latest announcements and updates.

Floral Design Workshop:

Spring Meadow Arrangement

May 11, 2024

What:  Learn how to design a floral arrangement themed on a beautiful spring meadow

When:  Saturday, May 11th, 10am to noon

Setting:  "The Upper Room" loft within the barn

Notions & Particulars: 

Step into the season of renewal and creativity with an exclusive workshop that invites you to bring the vibrant beauty of spring right into your home. This unique class is specially designed to immerse guests in the art of floral arrangement, capturing the essence of a spring meadow on your tabletop. Whatever your skill set, the class promises an engaging and enriching experience that combines the joy of crafting with the pleasure of learning.

Upon arrival, you'll be welcomed into a space where creativity blooms alongside fresh flowers. Each participant will receive a charming wooden container and a selection of design materials poised to become the foundation of your meadow-style arrangement. Guided by our experienced instructor, you'll learn the techniques to arrange fresh flowers in a way that mimics the natural beauty of a spring field. To enhance the experience, delicious snacks and beverages will be provided, allowing for moments of relaxation and socializing as you design.

For those looking to elevate their floral and garden skills, we offer an event add-on that's too good to pass up: Artisan Pruning Shears available at a special discount: priced at $35 per person, down from $40. Crafted for precision and ease, they've been a coveted item among our team for their exceptional quality. Don't miss the chance to own a pair of these specialty gardening shears, perfect for flower arranging and available for pick-up on the day of the class. 

Join us for a day of beauty, creativity, and springtime inspiration!

Open registration begins on Tuesday, April 9th.

Weekly Spring Flower Share

May 17, 2024

(5 Weeks)

What:  Receive weekly spring flowers especially curated for our flower share members

When:  Friday pickups, 5/17 - 6/14 (other pickup days/times and local delivery can be arranged)

Setting:  Pickups are made in the floral boutique at the farm

Notions & Particulars: 

Five weeks of beautiful spring blooms arranged in a vase especially for our flower share members. These are choice flowers which have been freshly picked and conditioned, and then artfully arranged in an attractive vessel. 

Purchase of a flower share membership also includes special benefits such as discounts and priority access to certain events.

Dahlia Planting Workshop

May 25, 2024

What:  Learn how to successfully plant dahlia tubers

When:  Saturday, May 25th, 10am to noon

Setting:  Mostly held outside on the grounds with some classroom discussion in "Gatherings"

Notions & Particulars: 

Join the SGFF Dahlia Planting Workshop: A Hands-On Experience in Gardening

Are you ready to dive into the world of gardening and learn how to grow vibrant dahlias that brighten up your garden? Shepherd’s Gate Flower Farm is thrilled to invite you to our Dahlia Planting Workshop on Saturday, May 25th, at 10 am. This workshop is designed to teach you “how to’s” in planting dahlia tubers. It's an excellent precursor to our dahlia tuber winterization workshop held in the fall, making it a comprehensive learning journey for anyone passionate about these stunning flowers.

This hands-on workshop promises an engaging and educational experience, where you'll learn the best techniques for planting dahlia tubers directly from the experts. It's a fantastic opportunity to spend a few hours outdoors, getting your hands dirty while soaking up valuable gardening skills. What's more, each participant will leave with a free dahlia tuber, allowing you to apply your newly acquired knowledge in your garden immediately. We'll provide all the necessary materials, so all you need to bring is your enthusiasm and clothes you don't mind getting dirty, along with sturdy shoes and gloves for gardening.

Don't let this opportunity to enhance your gardening skills pass you by. The workshop will take place outdoors on our beautiful farm grounds, offering an authentic gardening experience.  Light beverages and snacks included!  Please note that the event is weather dependent, and we will confirm the final details a few days before the workshop. In case of severe weather, we may need to reschedule, ensuring everyone's safety and comfort. 

Sign up for the SGFF Dahlia Planting Workshop today, and let's grow beautiful dahlias together!

Open registration begins Monday, April 15th.

Summer Series Kids' Workshops

What:  Come enjoy some family time on the farm while you participate in one or more of our summer series kids' workshops

When:  Multiple Dates (see below)

Setting:  Held outdoors on the farm grounds (inside the barn upon inclement weather)

Notions & Particulars: 

This year, we're introducing three fun and engaging, guided workshops that children can participate in with their parents.  (This is not a drop off class, so at least one parent or guardian must be present.)  Workshops concentrate on starting seeds, watercolor painting, and flower pressing.  Each course comes with a tangible take-home item, includes light refreshments, and some game time for once they're done. 

Pricing is per child and can be found on the individual registration pages.  Sign up for all 3 courses and receive a 20% discount.  (Please email us if this is your preference. Link below.)

Dates:

• Planting Workshop:  Saturday, June 8th, 10am (1 hour, 30 minutes)
• Painting Workshop:  Saturday, July 20th, 1pm (1 hour, 30 minutes)
• Pressing Workshop:  Saturday, August 24th, 10am (2 hours)

While walk-ins are welcome, space is limited, so we highly suggest preregistering in order to guarantee your child's spot in the class.

Pick Your Own (PYO) Flowers

What:  Come to the farm and pick your fill of fresh cut flowers!  Plus, check out our special golden hour opportunities!

When:  Multiple Dates (see below)

Setting:  Held both outdoors on the grounds with checkin and checkout via the floral boutique

Notions & Particulars: 

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Shepherd's Gate Flower farm while you meander through gardens and floral beds of fragrant flowers and luscious greens and accents.  Upon checking in at the floral boutique, you'll receive a container and pair of shears for your visit.  A staff member will direct you to the choicest picking opportunities and then be available to answer questions or elaborate on the best tips and tricks for harvesting your blooms.  Need a little time to collect your thoughts or simply take it all in?  No problem!  Enjoy a seat in one of our garden vignettes or on the lookout overlooking the fields, possibly even viewing the sheep as they graze (in our opinion, one of the best ways to relax).  When you're finished, head back to the floral boutique to turn in your shears, have your flowers wrapped (or pick out a vase), and checkout before returning home with the bounty of your harvest.

Bonus Opportunity:  On a few select Friday evenings, Shepherd's Gate offers you the opportunity to wind down after a busy week by bringing a meal and a beverage to enjoy while browsing the grounds and harvesting your blooms.  Click on those dates within our online shop to see more details.  Questions?  Send us an email or give us a call.

With all of our PYO opportunities, don't forget to dress appropriately for the outdoors on a farm.  All prices are per person.  Additionally, while we love furry canine kids as much as the next person, we respectfully ask that you leave them at home for farm events.  This ensures both their safety and the safety of our own furry (or feathery) family members.

Dates (dates may occasionally change, so check back often):

• Saturday, May 11th, 1pm & 2pm
• Saturday, June 15th, 10am & 11am
• Saturday, July 20th, 10am & 11am
• Saturday, August 10th, 10am & 11am
• Friday, August 23rd, 6 -8pm  ***GOLDEN HOUR SPECIAL***
• Saturday, September 7th, 10am & 11am
• Friday, October 4th, 5:30pm - 7:30pm  ***GOLDEN HOUR SPECIAL***

While walk-ins are welcome, space in the gardens is limited, and we highly suggest preregistering in order to guarantee your experience.

Dahlia Winterization Workshop

October 26, 2024

What:  Learn how to successfully winterize, clean, divide, and store dahlia tubers

When:  Saturday, October 26th, 10am to noon

Setting:  Held both outdoors on the grounds as well as in our heated "Gatherings" classroom

Notions & Particulars: 

Join us for an immersive, hands-on workshop focused on the essential winterization techniques for dahlias, designed to arm gardeners of all levels with the knowledge and practical skills needed to protect their precious tubers from the cold. This dynamic workshop is not just a learning experience—it's an opportunity to dive deep into the particulars of off-season dahlia care, ensuring your blooms return with vigor in the spring.

Throughout the course, participants will engage in a comprehensive curriculum covering key aspects of dahlia winterization. Starting with the critical first step of digging up your tubers, we will guide you through the proper methods to minimize damage and maximize future growth potential. From there, we'll move on to the proper washing techniques, ensuring your dahlias are clean and disease-free. We'll also delve into the particulars of post-season dividing, a good step for maintaining healthy plants and encouraging prolific blooming the following year. Finally, we'll wrap up with expert advice on storing your tubers through the winter months, ensuring they remain viable and ready to plant when spring arrives.

This class is designed to be interactive and hands-on, allowing students to get "down and dirty" with each stage of the process. To fully participate, we recommend dressing appropriately for outdoor work, including long pants, gloves, sturdy shoes, and other weather-appropriate clothing. All necessary tools and materials will be provided. Please note that the class will traverse multiple locations across our farm grounds, both outdoors and indoors, and is subject to rescheduling in the event of severe weather. Participants are urged to keep an eye on their email and our social media for updates. As a token of our appreciation, attendees will also enjoy priority access and discounts at our annual seed and tuber sale in February. 

Don't miss this unique opportunity to deepen your gardening skills and ensure your dahlias dazzle for seasons to come.

Open registration begins Monday, April 15th.