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

  • The schedule of our 2010 Classes and Events is listed below.  We hope that you can join us at all of them, but if not all, stop in for a few!  We'll see you this Spring!

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  • Spring Kickoff

    Join us for an event filled day to include complimentary hot dogs and beverages, and workshops on: vegetables and other edibles such as fruits, citrus and herbs, and sign up for our first annual "Tomatomania."  Learn how to grow your own edibles from members of the Wingard's team, who have years of experience.

    Spring Kickoff Edibles Workshops

    • Vegetable Gardening                    10:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.
    • Growing Fruit Trees & Bushes      10:45 a.m or 1:45 p.m.
    • Herb Gardening                            11:30 a.m. or 2:30 p.m. 

    Saturday, March 20, 10:00:00 AM

  • Newcomer's Workshop

    If you're new to the South Carolina Midlands or just new to gardening, join us for a free, relaxing evening to learn the who, what, when, where, why's and how of growing plants in our area.  Complimentary beverages and hors d'oeurves will be served.

    Friday, March 26, 06:30:00 PM

  • Kid's Day

    Looking for a fun educational experience for the kid's during this spring break week?  Bring them to Wingard's for our annual fundraiser for Carolina Wildlife Care.  They'll learn about wildlife in our area and its rehabilitation, and enjoy the live animals.  In addition, they'll get to plant their own tomato plant, sign up for our Tomatomania Contest (winners will receive $25 cash in August), participate in painting a mural with artist Karen Petta of The Studio in Lexington, and enjoy hotdogs and refreshments.  Cost is $5 per child, with the proceeds benefiting Carolina Wildlife Care. Arrive anytime between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.  Call for reservations as space is limited.  359-9091, or email wingardsnursery@windstream.net with # of children and # of adults.

    Wednesday, April 07, 11:00:00 AM

  • Earth Day

    Join us on Saturday morning to enjoy workshops on organic soils, constructing your own rain barrel and more.

    Saturday, April 17, 10:00:00 AM

  • Container Gardening

    This Friday evening workshop will allow you to create your own horticultural masterpiece to adorn your home for the summer!  Bring your own container or purchase one from us, and learn from the Wingard's team on how to mix and match your plants for that burst of color that will delight you, friends and neighbors.

    Friday, April 23, 06:30:00 PM

  • Rose Workshop

    Who doesn't enjoy roses...whether you want to learn more or become a rosarian, this workshop will help you do both. 

    Saturday , May 01, 10:00:00 AM

  • Mama-Palooza

    The Saturday before Mother's Day is always an exciting day at Wingard's.  This year, stop in and pickout a beautiful rose, camellia or other gift for Mom while you enjoy complimentary appetizers prepared by The Happy Butcher (www.thehappybutcher.com), of Lexington, on their new line of Primo Grills and Smokers.  The fun starts at 11:00, so stop by.

    Saturday, May 08, 11:00:00 AM

  • Daylily & Perennials Workshop Tour

    Stop in Wingard's to learn more about daylilies and perennials, then take a free tour of Secluded Gardens, an American Hemerocallis Certified Daylily garden, which adjoins the nursery.

    Saturday, June 05, 01:00:00 PM

  • Art in the Garden V

    Mark your calendars now for our annual community fundraiser.  The evening starts at 7:00...to see the past year's events, click on "Wingards TV.com HD" on our website, then click on "Art in the Garden."  Tickets will go on sale in September...keep an eye out for more details.

    Friday, October 08, 07:00:00 PM

  • Hallow-palooza

    Last year's Hallow-palooza was a fun event for the community.  Over 20 different youth groups built scarecrows, which were posted in front of the nursery, and the winning organization received $100 from Wingard's.  Well get ready because we're going to do it again, bigger and better than last year.  Come enjoy the train and complimentary hot dogs and refreshments.

    Saturday, October 30, 10:00:00 AM

  • Santa Day

    Come enjoy the morning at Wingard's, with complimentary hot cider, cookies, gifts and Mrs. Santa reading your favorite Christmas stories.  While you're here, pick out a beautiful Christmas Tree, Wreath and our new collectible Lake Murray Christmas Ornament.

    Saturday, December 04, 10:00:00 AM