45 years ago, Margie and Judson Wingard didn’t set out to create a big business. It developed out of their love of plants and their desire to help others enjoy them just as much as they did. 

 

The seed was planted in the late 1960s, when the Wingards began propagating azaleas for their yard. Thanks to their green thumbs, they found themselves with more than they could use, so they set up a roadside stand with a hand-painted sign advertising "azaleas for sale 50 cents." (CLICK HERE)

 

Classes and Events

  • Simple Landscape Design Principles To Transform Your Garden

    It's that time of year, to think about designing or redesigning your landscape or simply adding some color to what you have.  Ruchelle Gee, is our design partner and can help you think through your design and offer ideas to help you get started.  Fee for this workshop is $25 and you will receive a $25 gift certificate to use at Wingard's.

    Saturday, March 03, 10:00:00 AM

  • O'Wingard's Spring Fling

    Come join us for the official kickoff to Spring, at O'Wingards, to celebrate our 45th year!  We've got all kinds of fun planned, including an early bird special, at 7:00 a.m.  Be sure to sign up for our e-newsletter to learn more.

    Saturday, March 17, 07:00:00 AM

  • Edibles Workshop (Vegetables & Fruits)

    It seems that with increasing frequency, we are hearing about fruits and vegetables that may be infected with chemicals that aren't good for us.  So, come learn how to grow many of the edible plants that do so well in our area.  It's easy, whether in your own garden in the ground or and Earthbox or Square Foot Garden!  Dale Miller, our resident expert, will present this seminar.  Admission is $25 and you will receive a $25 certificate good for for purchase of products at Wingard's.

    Saturday, March 24, 10:00:00 AM

  • Southern Lawn Care

    Join us to learn all about southern lawns, including sod, pests, treatments and irrigation.  We'll be joined by Larry Harrison, of Old South Landscaping, and Dorothy Brock, of BWI, to facilitate a meaningful, timely conversation.

    Saturday, March 31, 10:00:00 AM

  • Kid's Day For Carolina Wildlife Care (CWC)

    This is always a great, educational event for elementary aged school children, while they are out of school.  CWC is a non profit organization, located on Old Bush River Rd, that specializes in the rehabilitation of wildlife in our area.  The CWC personnel come out and bring some of the "ambassadors" under their care, to teach children about the wildlife in our area.  The children also plant and take home a tomato plant.  The donation is $5 per child --- purchase your tickets online or at the door.  Come enjoy hotdogs, chips and refreshments, and help a great cause.

    Wednesday, April 11, 11:00:00 AM

  • Organic Gardening With Bonnie Satterwhite, of Espoma

    This is a great workshop for those interested in eco-friendly gardening.  Bonnie will be with us to review organics and explain the differences between the different approaches and products.  Given the interest expressed to us over the past several years, be sure to sign up early.  Fee for the workshop is $10, and you will receive a certificate for $10 that may be used on purchase of Espoma products.  Order your ticket online or call Wingards and reserve your spot today.

    Saturday, April 14, 10:00:00 AM

  • Shade Gardening

    So many of the plants in our area require full sun.  However, there are many different beautiful varieties that will take shade, only, like azaleas, for example.  If you have some shady spots in your yard, be sure to join us to learn more.

    Saturday, April 21, 10:00:00 AM

  • Container Gardening

    In the past several years, container gardening has become evermore popular and varied...from fairy gardens, to terrariums, to beautiful containers full of flowers.  Join Susie Long and her team to learn how to create beautiful containers and maintain them.  We are going to run two sessions of this workshop.  The first at 10:00 a.m. and the second at 6:00 p.m.

    Thursday, April 26, 10:00:00 AM

  • Mamapalooza 2012

    The Saturday before Mother's Day is always a fun day at Wingard's.  Come in and pick out a beautiful rose, container or some other gift for Mom.  While you shop, enjoy one of Ronnie Long's "Mamadawgs!"  Ronnie's our master hot dog chef, so be sure not to miss this event.

    Saturday, May 12, 08:30:00 AM

  • Fairy Garden Tea Party

    The little girls in your life will enjoy making their own Fairy Garden, complete with tables, fences, houses or anything that you can create!  So bring your daughter or granddaughter and come out for an enjoyable Saturday morning.

    Sunday, May 20, 02:00:00 PM

  • Secluded Gardens Daylily Workshop

    If you've never been to one of Gail's workshops or toured her Secluded Gardens, you'll enjoy this Saturday morning workshop and tour.  You'll leave not only knowing more about Daylilies, but about annuals, perennials, shrubs, trees and more.  Last Summer, Secluded Gardens hosted the Southeast Daylily tour and has been on the Lexington County Master Gardener Tour for many years.

    Saturday, June 02, 10:00:00 AM

  • Perennials

    Want to learn more about those great plants that show up in the Spring, leave in the Summer and return the following Spring?  Be sure to join us for this informative session.

    Saturday, June 09, 10:00:00 AM

  • Art in the Garden VII

    If you've never been, check it out on our website or youtube.com.  This is a great community event...I'm sure you'll enjoy it.  More to follow...when the entertainment and price are set, we'll update this entry...but, mark your calendars!

    Friday, October 12, 07:00:00 PM

  • Hallopalloza 2012

    Stay tuned for more on this great day!

    Saturday, October 27, 10:00:00 AM

  • Mrs. Santa Day

    This is always a fun day...more to follow.

    Saturday, December 01, 10:00:00 AM