John Tullock, local plant afficionado and author, will be sharing his lengthy knowledge on the subject of cool season vegetables. There’s a lot to know in the veggie world, so this is a great event to attend! Growing your own food has so many benefits such as saving on your grocery bill, eating healthier foods, lowering your carbon footprint, conveniency, and it is enjoyable! Being able to grow your own food is extremely important and special, something everyone should experience in this life.

Come spend your Sunday morning doing yoga in the greenhouse! Stick around and buy some plants after. Maryville yoga instructor, Donna Koz will be leading a gentle, calming yoga session that will leave you feeling peaceful and at ease. This class is FREE, but we have limited space so make sure to come early for the best spot. Bring your own mat and materials.

One of our most popular events.. join us for our Winter Fairy Gardening class. We will have all you need to create your masterpiece, but feel free to bring items from home as well! This is a Do-It-Yourself event, but we will be monitoring for guidance. All ages are welcome! Have fun and be creative!

Having plants in your home transforms your space and provides endless benefits to you and your co-inhabitants. Learn the basics of Houseplant care and some of our favorites during this beginner to intermediate level Houseplant class led by Abby Stanley-Jerrolds, retail manager.

Start your Valentine’s Day off right with a trip to the greenhouse to make your very own magical creation! We will have all the supplies you need to make your terrariums, but feel free to bring products from home if you want as well! *Spaces could be limited, you may have to wait a minute, but not long!

Our favorite event is back! Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, wine and spectacular ambiance, receive 10% off all Stanley’s purchases during this benefit for the Ronald McDonald House. All money collected for the event goes to benefit the amazing work at the Ronald McDonald House! For tickets and further information please contact the Ronald McDonald House. You can sign up using this link —> Beat the Winter Blues - RMHC of Knoxville

Join us for our annual drop-in seed exchange! Bring seeds you have collected or have left over from the previous season and take what you like! Please have them marked with the name and approximate date collected/purchased and in a bag or container.

Growing orchids is one thing, but when it comes to repotting it is common to feel nervous and overwhelmed! Not to fear, Rich Gettings is here! Learn the best methods, tips and tricks from the Orchid extraordinaire himself.

Rich Gettings is back to tell us all about the fascinating world of Orchids! Rich is the former president of the Smoky Mountain Orchid Society and a wealth of information. If you’ve always admired Orchids but feel intimidated about growing them, then this class is for you! Rich will turn you into an Orchid master in no time!

It is the most wonderful time of the year… Christmas at Stanley’s! Each Sunday from Thanksgiving to Christmas we will have local artisans and vendors set up in the midst of a sea of poinsettias selling their handmade goods. Take advantage of this great opportunity to get your poinsettias, greenery, Christmas tree and one-of-a-kind presents for those on your list! It’s a one-stop Christmas shop! *There will be different vendors each week*

It is the most wonderful time of the year… Christmas at Stanley’s! Each Sunday from Thanksgiving to Christmas we will have local artisans and vendors set up in the midst of a sea of poinsettias selling their handmade goods. Take advantage of this great opportunity to get your poinsettias, greenery, Christmas tree and one-of-a-kind presents for those on your list! It’s a one-stop Christmas shop! *There will be different vendors each week*

Undecided on what to give that discerning gardener on your Christmas list? We’ve got you covered! Come on down to Stanley’s between 11 and 1 today and get a signed copy of a whimsical and informative gardening book, “A Home for Your Gnome” by Garry Menendez, local Landscape Architect and former Professor of Landscape Design at the University of Tennessee. Garry, who is one of our best annual speakers will be signing and selling this gem which is sure to please both gardeners and non-gardeners alike.

District IV Council of Flower Show Judges Presents: Almost Christmas, a National Garden Club Small Standard Flower Show! This event is free and open to the public. The flower show will consist of various container garden specimens with specific themes. These containers will be judged by judges and yourself if you like or you can just stop by and marvel at their exhibitions. Stop by and join us and the District IV judges for an interesting and inspiring exhibit.

*In case of inclement weather, the event will be moved to the following Monday, December 15th.

It is the most wonderful time of the year… Christmas at Stanley’s! Each Sunday from Thanksgiving to Christmas we will have local artisans and vendors set up in the midst of a sea of poinsettias selling their handmade goods. Take advantage of this great opportunity to get your poinsettias, greenery, Christmas tree and one-of-a-kind presents for those on your list! It’s a one-stop Christmas shop! *There will be different vendors each week*

It is the most wonderful time of the year… Christmas at Stanley’s! Each Sunday from Thanksgiving to Christmas we will have local artisans and vendors set up in the midst of a sea of poinsettias selling their handmade goods. Take advantage of this great opportunity to get your poinsettias, greenery, Christmas tree and one-of-a-kind presents for those on your list! It’s a one-stop Christmas shop! *There will be different vendors each week*

Please join us in celebrating small businesses this day and always! Small businesses are what keep our communities strong, independent and diverse. Today only, Poinsettias will be 10% off! We want to thank our fabulous customers for their continued support. Without you, we wouldn’t be able to keep Knoxville Green and Growing!

Join us for a hands-on, build-your-own terrarium workshop! We will have all the ingredients you need to make your miniature masterpiece, but feel free to bring items from home if desired. Terrariums are a great project for all ages and a fantastic way to use your creativity and imagination. *Prices are for materials used.

We all know too well the feeling of deep winter.. the leaves are gone, the insects are dormant, everything is gray and gloomy… BUT it doesn’t have to be! Let us show you some of our favorite plants for winter and early spring color. We all know the feeling of seeing the first spring bulbs.. the thought that spring is coming and you will make it through! That feeling is important for you, your neighbors, people driving by, and insects! By taking time this fall to plant, you can have some surprises in store to get you through the hard times and on to the beauty of spring!

Planting a tree may be the single most impactful thing you can do as a human being; however, it may seem intimidating to the average homeowner. Let us show you how it’s done! Join us for this education seminar where we discuss and demonstrate the best methods for planting large plant material. Our specialists will also explain how to ensure your trees and shrubs continue to grow successfully for many years to come.

Fall is a special time here in East Tennessee! It is a time to marvel at the stunning life cycle of our deciduous trees. People from all over the country flock here to witness the beauty of leaf change. You too, can experience the magic by planting trees or shrubs with fall color. Join us for this free seminar where we show you our favorites for seasonal color!

Join us for a fun filled fall day on the farm! We will have hayride tours of the property, seminars, pumpkin carving, children’s activities & more! Schedule is as follows:

10:00 - 12:00 Children’s Craft Tent

10:30 - Trees and Shrubs for Fall seminar

11:00 - Fall Containers Seminar

12:00 - Pumpkin Carving

One of our favorite local plant breeders, Bob Lauf, will be set up at the greenhouse selling rhizomes from his collection. Bob is known for having more unique varieties and will be here from 9 am until sellout.

The East Tennessee Iris Society will be back and set up outside the greenhouse selling rhizomes from their personal collections. They will be here starting at 9 am and will leave when they are sold out!

Please join us for our annual Rainforest Support Day where a portion of our daily sales will be donated to the Rainforest Trust organization. We strongly believe in protecting Earth’s biodiversity, especially in our precious rainforests, which are threatened. That is why we started the event years ago, in hopes that we can be a part of a larger effort to conserve the beauty of our natural world.