Garden Club Meetings

A New Leaf welcomes local garden clubs to hold their meetings at our facility.  Using the creativity and versatility of many of our employees, classes and demonstrations are provided on a wide variety of topics. 

Structural Mechanics of Floral Arranging
For fresh and silk flowers.  We will show you different techniques and equipment to secure arrangements in a variety of containers.  Fee:  No charge. 

Biblical Plants and Herbs
Explore the origins and historical uses of plants mentioned in the bible.  Fee:  No charge 

Wildflower Drying
Our floral designer will demonstrate drying techniques for wildflowers, and how to use them in arrangements.  Fee:  No charge 

Christmas Topiaries
Live and silk greenery with fruit and flowers – Basic supplies provided for a 4” evergreen topiary in clay pot.  Fruit, flowers, ribbon, ornaments and decorate containers extra.  Fee:  $10.00 per person 

Christmas Wreaths, Garlands and Centerpieces
Combining silk and fresh greenery.  We will show you how to apply lights and decorations for interior and exterior use.  Fee:  No charge 

Christmas Trees
Lighting and decorating live or silk trees from 12” to 20’ tall.

New colors and themes for 2006!  Fee:  No charge 

European Garden Baskets
Bring your own basket or purchase one from our large assortment.  We show you how to assemble your basket with plants – green and blooming.  Add birds, birdhouse, nests or garden statues for your own individual look. 
Fee:  No charge, materials may be purchased 

Silk Floral Arranging
Our Floral Designer will show you the basic mechanics of creating contemporary, traditional and live arrangements.  She will share some of her trade secrets to give your arrangements a more professional look.  Fee:  No charge 

Plants for Clean Air
Find out which plants are the best “clean air machines” for removing common toxic fumes in our homes and offices.  Information obtained from NASA studies by Dr. Bill Wolverton.  A New Leaf is a charter member of the Plants for Clean Air Council.  Fee:  No charge 

Houseplant Care
Bring all your questions about houseplant care.  We will talk about common diseases and pests as well as which plants will thrive in any given location.  We also discuss non-toxic treatment for common pests.  Fee:  No charge 

Mixed Hanging Baskets and Outdoor Patio Containers
We will show you how to choose, combine and plant blooming and green plants to bring color to your porch, deck or patio for spring, summer and fall.  Fee:  No charge 

Call 336-765-3390 to book your meeting or class.  Kitchen facilities are available for preparing and serving refreshments.