Open Saturdays 11am to 3pm Weather Permitting
2025 Workshop Offerings
Workshop Notes:
To hold your spot all workshops must be paid for in advance and a refund will only be issued with 72 hours prior notice of the workshop date. If you have a group of 10 or more and would like a private workshop just reach out and we will make the arrangements.
To sign up for one of our workshops contact Marie by one of the following methods:
Facebook Messenger: West River Greenhouses
E-mail: wrgreenhouses@gmail.com
Phone: 902-925-2088
Seed Starting Indoors - Cost: $45.00 + HST
Date: Sun Mar 9/2025 Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm Spots: 4
Will include a solid tray, cell pack insert, humidity dome, small WRG soil and some vermiculite. Learn how and when to start your seeds indoors and how to care for them to grow healthy & strong transplants for your gardens. Seeds and plant food can be purchased on the day of but are not necessary for the workshop, Bring a notebook and have your questions ready. Tea, Coffee, Water and some treats will be provided.
Spring 13" Hanging Basket Planting Party - Cost: 1HB - $65.00 + HST or 2 HB - $115.00 + HST
Date: Sun Apr 6th/2025 Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm Spots: 6
Hanging Basket Colour Choices : Black or Ginger
Join us and create your very own unique 13" Hanging Basket or 2, if you want a matching pair, where you design and plant it and we will care for it until mid to late May when they are ready for pick-up. All supplies needed (hanging basket, soil & plants) to make your masterpiece is included along with help from our wonderful planting crew. Enjoy a tour of our production greenhouses and choose from a great selection of basket stuffers for your creation. Tea, Coffee, Water & a treat will be provided.
Plant Your Own Indoor Herb Garden - Cost: $50.00 + HST
Date: Sun Apr 13/2025 Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm Spots: 6
Will include 3 Clay pots & saucers, 3 Herb Plants & a Small WRG Soil. Learn about what Herbs can be planted indoors & how to care for them. Plant 3 Herb transplants of your choice and enjoy a tour of our Production Greenhouses, that will be full of colour. Tea, Coffee & Water will be provided.
Plant Your Own Container Night (Flowers) - Cost: $25.00 + HST
Date: Sat May 17/2025 Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm Spots: 11
Date: Wed May 21/2025 Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm Spots: 18
Date: Sun May 25/2025 Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm Spots: 15
Date: Sat May 31/2025 Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm Spots: 13
Will include a large WRG soil & slow release fertilizer. All the plants for your planters are to be purchased on the night of. PLEASE DO NOT bring in plants or soils purchased from other places (we don't want to risk contamination of disease or bugs in our greenhouse). Bring your own Container and come have some fun and learn how to plant, what to plant and how to care for your flowers to have a beautiful display all season long. Tea, Coffee & Water will be provided.
Plant Your Own Container Night (Veggie/Herb) - Cost: $25.00 + HST
Date: Tues Jun 3/2025 Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm Spots 13
Will include a large WRG Soil & slow release fertilizer. All the plants to be purchased on the night of. PLEASE DO NOT bring in plants or soils purchased from other places (we don't want to risk contamination of disease or bugs in our greenhouse). Please bring your own Container and come have some fun and learn how to plant, what to plant and how to care for your veggies and herbs to have a container / deck planter full of produce. Tea, Coffee & Water will be provided.
About West River Greenhouses
Our Expertise
With over 50 years of service in Pictou County, West River Greenhouses continues to be an invaluable part of the community by providing exceptional plants grown and cared for on site by local people. Over the years there have been many changes, the most recent being the retirement of Farmer Bob, a new business operator and scaling back s
With over 50 years of service in Pictou County, West River Greenhouses continues to be an invaluable part of the community by providing exceptional plants grown and cared for on site by local people. Over the years there have been many changes, the most recent being the retirement of Farmer Bob, a new business operator and scaling back some on what we grow. Marie Lennox, the new business operator has been a long term employee of West River Greenhouses and under the mentorship of Farmer Bob, has taken the helm. Marie and her team are extremely passionate about the business of growing plants and helping their customers succeed in the garden!
Our Selection
At West River Greenhouses we offer a good selection of food producing plants, everything from veggie & herb starts for your garden to fruit trees & bushes. We have not forgotten about flowers either, with a growing selection of bedding plants, some potted flowers and hanging baskets. Fall Mum's are a new addition this season and we also h
At West River Greenhouses we offer a good selection of food producing plants, everything from veggie & herb starts for your garden to fruit trees & bushes. We have not forgotten about flowers either, with a growing selection of bedding plants, some potted flowers and hanging baskets. Fall Mum's are a new addition this season and we also host planting workshops throughout the season. Seeds, Seed Potatoes, Onion Sets, Soils (including our own blend), all your garden amendments & Gift Certificates too.
Our Customer Service
Our Customer Service
At West River Greenhouses, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional customer service. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff is always here to help you with any questions or concerns you may have. We are a small team, with a lot of passion for growing and caring for plants and serving our community. We also have a lot of fun working together!