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Christmas Bow-Making Workshop
2024-11-04 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Louisiana Nursery Perkins: Baton Rouge Event Venue, 8680 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA, 70810, United States
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Buy a premade bow and you can decorate for this Christmas. Learn how to make a bow and you’ll be decorating for the whole neighborhood’s Christmas!
If you’ve ever seen Winter Wonderland at Louisiana Nursery, you’ll know we geaux BIG on themed displays & high-quality decor brands. Stocked on shelves down every aisle & hanging from the branches of each Christmas tree, you’ll find one of the largest handpicked selections of Christmas gifts, lights, set-abouts, nutcrackers, ornaments, pics, garlands, tree toppers, and the subject of this workshop – ribbons for our handmade bows!
That’s right: Louisiana Nursery’s very own Kyla Leggett – Christmas Buyer, Store Manager, & Decor Queen – will be hosting a Christmas bow-making workshop at the Perkins store! Each attendee will get three rolls of ribbon from one of our Christmas 2024 themes, and will get detailed instruction on crafting their very own bows. You’ll also get scissors, floral wire, and an entry for our secret door prize…. $200 value with a centerpiece you won’t find anywhere else!
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We’re limiting this event to 20 spots ($60 each) so that everyone gets the extra attention this workshop deserves, so call up a friend then call our Perkins Rd store to sign up!
Perkins Rd Store phone number: (225) 766-0300
Event Details
When: 6pm-7pm, Monday, November 4th
Where: 8680 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70810
Limited Spots: 20 spots available (spots not reserved until after payment)
Cost: $60, pay by phone or in-person at the Perkins Rd store
Door Prize: You’ll know if you geaux! ($200 value, claim entry at event)
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Bonsai Tree Workshop
2024-10-07 18:00 - 19:00 | Louisiana Nursery Perkins: Baton Rouge Event Venue, 8680 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA, 70810, United States
Bonsai isn’t just about trees; it’s about cultivating mindfulness, patience, and a deeper appreciation for the natural world.
Louisiana Bonsai Society and Louisiana Nursery host another Bonsai Tree Workshop! Pot up & take home your very own jade plant and start the bonsai journey.
Limited to 20 paid spots ($75/spot), attendees will get the introduction to bonsai tree care directly from the experts. Payment covers the cost of your bonsai tree, pot, and soil medium, as well as help potting it all together. Plus, one lucky attendee will get an additional bonsai care kit as a door prize!
About the Event:
When: Monday, October 7th, 6:00pm
Where: 8680 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70810
Cost: $75 (20 spots available)
How to reserve your spots / payment:
Our Perkins staff will be selling spots in-store and over the phone, limited to 20 and first-come first-serve.
***Payment is the only way to reserve your spot.***
Call the Perkins Rd location and reserve your spots by clicking the phone number below
225-766-0300
Thank you again to the wonderful members of the Louisiana Bonsai Society.
They’ve been a pleasure to work with, and are so excited to share their love of the art of bonsai with our gardening community!

Fall Bird Migration with Cam Russell
2024-09-04 18:00 - 19:00 | Coursey Louisiana Nursery: Baton Rouge Event Venue, 13121 Coursey Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA, 70816, United States
Birds on the Move: Unveiling the Mysteries of Fall Migration
This and every fall, billions of birds across North America will flock southwards in search of more abundant food – many of them landing here in Louisiana and across the Gulf Coast region! It’s a display unlike any other, spectacular in scale and deeply enriching to appreciate.
With help from the Baton Rouge Audubon Society (BRAS), we’re excited to share that appreciation in our next seminar: Fall Bird Migration! You’ll learn more about migratory birds, their impact on our environment, how these patterns are changing, and what you can do to help, all accessible concepts for beginners and birders alike!
Keep scrolling for event details, free registration, and a word from the seminar presenter:
When: 6pm, Wednesday, September 4th
Where: 13121 Coursey Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70816 (indoor event, A/C included!)
Tickets: Free attendance, but please register yourself & guests so we can provide enough seating & refreshments. (Registration form includes “number of guests”).
Presenter: Cam Russell (She/her)
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A word from Cam:
“Hey there! I’ve loved nature and the outdoors since childhood, always jumping at the opportunity to explore new environments. Growing up in a military family, those opportunities were often! I lived in Alabama, Texas, and Virginia before moving to Baton Rouge in 2018 to study environmental science at LSU. Today, I’m an avid birder, naturalist, and have worked at the nursery since 2022!

In 2019 I took both the spring and fall Birding Basics classes offered by the Baton Rouge Audubon society. Enamored with Louisiana’s rich avian fauna and unique ecology, I realized this was the perfect place to call “home”. My partner and I purchased a house the following year, and it wasn’t long before the traditional lawn was transformed into my very own park. This park is now certified wildlife habitat, with dozens of species documented in our little third of an acre in Mid-City!

Since 2019 I have participated in a variety of birding events such as the Big Sit, the Christmas Bird Count, and FeederWatch. Before Covid I occasionally assisted the Louisiana bird observatory with their banding station at Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center. I also participated in an extended research project with the ornithology lab at LSU wherein I surveyed various buildings on campus for birds that had died from window strikes to determine risk factors and ways to help birds.

With all that being said, I can’t wait to share everything I’ve learned from my experiences and the birding community with Louisiana Nursery. Just don’t forget your ABCs: Always Bird Constantly! (:

Houseplants 101 with Jessica Froisy
2024-08-05 18:00 - 19:00 | Louisiana Nursery Perkins: Baton Rouge Event Venue, 8680 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA, 70810, United States
Your Houseplant Obsession Begins Here!
Join us for a deep-dive into the world of tropical foliage, and learn the best practices of “houseplant-parenthood”.
When: 6pm, Monday, August 5th
Where: 8680 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70810 (indoor event, A/C included for free!)
Tickets: Free attendance, but please register yourself & guests so we can provide enough seating & refreshments.
Guest Speaker: Jessica Froisy
Jessica Froisy has been part of the Louisiana Nursery team for nearly 5 years. Starting as a cashier, she quickly grew interested in our tropical houseplant department, always offering a helping hand with displays or care. Now, Jessica has the dual-role of managing the houseplant-department at Perkins Rd as well as ordering all houseplants for the entire company. This means working with the largest houseplant growers in the country, getting the best stock and newest varieties to our stores.
With all that experience, Jessica has helped countless customers either begin their houseplant journey or take it to the next level. She loves explaining things like water, light-conditions, and soil mediums so that customer’s can take on any problem they may face.
About the Event:
Jessica, with the help of a beautifully designed presentation, will give the basics of indoor gardening some new life! Watering, sunlight, and soil are bigger conversations than you may think, but when understood they can turn anyone’s thumb a bit greener. We’ll also look at some of the biggest names in the houseplant world like Philodendrons, Ficus, Ferns, Pothos, & more!
Who Should Attend:

Homeowners looking to add some life to indoor spaces.
Students in dorms or those living in apartments, limited to indoor gardening.
Anyone seeking a relaxing hobby, and community through plant-parenthood!

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn valuable tips and tricks for creating a tropical paradise in your home!
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Introduction to Orchids with Gina Kennedy
2024-06-04 18:00 - 19:00 | Coursey Louisiana Nursery: Baton Rouge Event Venue, 13121 Coursey Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA, 70816, United States
Orchids are the most diverse family of flowers on earth, but even experienced gardeners can find them intimidating. Their blooms are so intricate, their roots are totally visible as they crawl out the pot…and the pot! How does this hold water? Or soil??
Don’t over-think it! Orchid care is just as easy as any other plant, all you need is some guidance to get started. Our intro class will cover types of orchids, selecting a healthy orchid, orchid pots, care, and common issues with their treatments. To wrap up, we’ll open the floor to Q&A and an extra hour of shopping through the garden center!
Time: June 4th, 6pm-7pm
Location: 13121 Coursey Blvd, Baton Rouge
Guest Speaker: Gina Kennedy
Gina is the houseplant expert of our Coursey store. She has years of experience caring for a beautifully maintained selection and crafting living displays for customer inspiration. When Gina isn’t busy with plants, she’s refreshing chalk-art for a brand new season.
Key Takeaways:

Common Types of Orchids: Know the biggest names in orchids at a glance. We’ll cover Cattleya, Phalaenopsis, & Vanda.
Choosing Your Orchid: Identify the healthiest flower in the bunch by checking its leaves, roots, and crown, and know where to look for hidden bugs or disease!
Orchid Pots & Repotting: How Orchid pots work (are they necessary?), best soil mix, when and when not to repot, and do they like to be root-bound?
Orchid Care Requirements: Water, light, and temperature requirements. Fertilizer suggestions and how to apply. When (and if) you should prune your orchids.
Troubleshooting Common Issues: Identify and treat the most common pest and diseases afflicting orchids.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn valuable tips and tricks for the worlds most diverse flower!
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Perennials and Companion Planting - Peggy Martin
2024-05-21 18:00 - 19:00 | Events Venue in Prairieville, LA at Louisiana Nursery, 39245 LA-42, Prairieville, LA, 70769, United States
The Plants That Just Keep Giving: Perennials and More
Join Louisiana Nursery & Peggy Martin to discuss the world of Perennials, plants that bloom year after year! While annuals aren’t going anywhere, perennials can offer show-stopping color without needing to be replaced year after year.
Guest Speaker: Peggy Martin
About the Event:
All about perennials that thrive in the Louisiana landscape. Will also cover gardening tactics that work best with perennial gardens like best companion plants.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from the namesake of the Peggy Martin Rose, Peggy Martin herself!

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Cacti & Succulents for Beginners
2024-05-07 18:00 - 19:00 | Louisiana Nursery Perkins: Baton Rouge Event Venue, 8680 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA, 70810, United States
Build A Low-Maintenance Desert Oasis
Join LA Nursery for an introduction to the vast world of Cacti & Succulents: We’ll discuss where these fan-favorite plants originated, common pests & diseases, and care-tips tailored to Louisiana (with fun-facts to boot)!

Guest Speaker: Jillian (Jill) Marks
Jill has been with Louisiana Nursery for over 2 years, but her passion for Cactus & Succulent plants goes back a lot further! She’s had experience at other boutique succulent shops and even some time spent at a growing operation. Beyond employment, Jill loves tending to her own collection of these desert plants at home.
About the Event:
Learn the do’s and don’ts for the most popular varieties of Cacti & Succulents, the fastest growing category at Louisiana Nursery! Our climate is a bit different than what these plants are used to. But – with local tips from a succulent enthusiast – you’ll have a slice of the Sahara right on your patio. Plus, all attendees are have a chance to win a beautiful mixed succulent container, made by Jill herself!
Key Takeaways:

History & Genealogy: Where did our favorite succulents and cacti originate, and how did they end up being grown all across the world? What are some of the big-name genera?
Cacti & Succulents in The South: Growing plants successfully is all about making them feel right at home in any space. With growing tips tailored to Louisiana, you can make desert plants thrive even in a humid swamp!
Maintenance & Care: Succulents & Cacti care is a completely different program than you’re used to. Sometimes the hardest routines are the extremely low-maintenance ones.
Q&A: Have your questions answered by our expert guest speaker and garden center staff.

Who Should Attend:

Busy gardeners looking for low-maintenance plants.
No lawn? No space? No Problem! Cacti & Succulents thrive in containers.
Beginner plant-lovers and anyone interested in these easy-going marvels.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn valuable tips and tricks for creating a low-maintenance desert oasis!
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Butterflies & Pollinator Gardens with Isabelle Morgan
2024-04-02 18:00 - 19:00 | Events Venue in Prairieville, LA at Louisiana Nursery, 39245 LA-42, Prairieville, LA, 70769, United States
Turn Your Garden into a Pollinator-Haven
Join LA Nursery for a deep-dive on the world of pollinators, their purpose in our ecosystems, and the best plants to attract them to your backyard available at our garden center!
Guest Speaker: Isabelle Morgan
Isabelle (Isa) Morgan is the Insectarium Horticulturist at Audubon Nature Institute in New Orleans, Louisiana. In her day-to-day, she maintains the Audubon Butterfly Garden and educates the public on the importance of pollinators and native biodiversity.
Isa is a 2023 graduate of LSU’s Plant and Soil Systems degree program with a minor in Entomology, and has future plans to pursue a masters degree in Human-Plant Interactions. Her main interests include sustainable agriculture, education, and horticulture therapy.
About the Event:
Learn what it means to plan and plant a garden with the “pollinator-first” mindset. This includes using more native plants, practicing “companion planting,” and learning how we, as gardeners, can help our pollinators thrive in a multitude of ways.
Key Takeaways:

What is Pollination: The bedrock of everything we do at the garden center is thanks to the miracle of pollinators and how they have co-evolved with plants. Knowing the “how” is key to understanding why we plant certain things for certain insects.
Pollinator-Friendly Plant-Care: Thinking with the “pollinator-first” mindset means adjusting the chemical programs you’ve used in the past, or even adjusting your expectations of what a healthy garden looks like. This doesn’t mean cutting it all out, though! Organic certified products have made real strides over the years, and we’ll take a look at what can safely be applied to a pollinator haven!
Butterfly Gardens: Monarchs tend to get all the attention, but there’s many other beautiful butterflies in Louisiana! Butterfly gardens are an especially popular subject with our garden club community, so we’ll have a section dedicated to attracting all kinds of them.
Q&A: Have your questions answered by our expert guest speaker and garden center staff.

Who Should Attend:

Butterfly enthusiasts and bug-lovers everywhere!
Homeowners looking to add some extra life to their lawns.
Any gardener wanting a better idea of how the plant & insect kingdoms come together.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn valuable tips and tricks for creating a thriving butterfly garden with the “pollinator-first” mindset!

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Sustainable Gardening with Heather Kirk-Ballard
2024-03-05 18:00 - 19:00 | Louisiana Nursery Perkins: Baton Rouge Event Venue, 8680 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA, 70810, United States
Cultivate a Thriving Garden: Sustainability & Native Louisiana Plants
Join us for an informative and engaging event on sustainable gardening practices, with a special focus on incorporating native Louisiana plants into your landscape!
Guest Speaker: Heather Kirk-Ballard
Heather Kirk-Ballard is an Assistant Professor and state extension specialist of Consumer Horticulture for the LSU AgCenter starting in 2019. She is the host of the Get It Growing ™ extension program focusing on home gardening that is disseminated weekly through video to news stations and in print to newspapers across the state.
She has a teaching appointment at LSU and her research interests include sustainable landscaping, home gardening and medicinal plants.
Leveraging her expertise in public outreach and marketing, she assists gardeners in achieving greater success.
About the Event:
Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this event is packed with valuable insights and practical tips to help you create a beautiful and sustainable garden that thrives in the unique Louisiana climate
Key Takeaways:

Sustainable Garden Practices: Learn eco-friendly techniques to conserve water, reduce waste, and promote healthy soil.
Benefits of Native Plants: Discover the beauty and ecological advantages of incorporating native Louisiana flora and organic care-products into your garden.
Plant Selection & Care: Get expert advice on choosing the right native plants for your specific needs and learn how to care for them properly.
Q&A Session: Have your questions answered by our expert guest speaker and garden center staff.

Who Should Attend:

Homeowners interested in sustainable gardening practices.
Garden enthusiasts looking to incorporate native Louisiana plants.
Anyone seeking to create a beautiful and environmentally friendly garden.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn valuable tips and tricks for creating a thriving sustainable garden that celebrates the natural beauty of Louisiana!

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