Pike Nurseries frequently offers free gardening classes and other events. All the classes are held at our their locations at the same day and time. At each event, you’ll learn about some aspect of gardening, and, of course, will be able to purchase everything you need to get started. (But you’re not required to purchase anything.)
The classes aren’t just for adults! Pike Nurseries has several classes coming up just for kids! Kids will learn about gardening and the natural world. Check out these classes to prepare future gardeners!
Pike Nurseries has four locations in the Charlotte area:
Pike Nurseries Ballantyne
12630 N. Community House Road, Charlotte, NC 28277
Pike Nurseries Matthews
1016 Devore Lane, Matthews, NC 28105
Pike Nurseries Lake Norman
18234 Statesville Road, Cornelius, NC 28031
Pike Nurseries, Highland Creek
9825 McCay Road, Charlotte, NC 28269
Free Gardening Classes for Kids
Crawly, Wiggly, Buzzing Bugs
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
All Pike Nurseries locations
Free (register at above link.)
UPDATE: Sold out at Charlotte area locations
Kids will explore the fascinating world of garden bugs in this hands-on class! From helpful pollinators to crawly critters in the soil, little gardeners will learn why bugs are important, how they help plants grow, and which ones are garden friends. Perfect for curious kids who love to dig, discover, and explore nature.
Beneficial Bugs
Saturday, June 13, 2026
9 to 10 a.m.
All Pike Nurseries locations
Free (register at above link.)
Kids will discover the helpful bugs that pollinate flowers, protect plants, and keep the garden healthy in this fun, hands-on class.
Little gardeners will discover the good bugs that help our gardens grow! In this fun, hands-on class, kids will learn about pollinators, pest-fighting insects, and other helpful critters that keep plants healthy. Perfect for curious kids who love bugs, nature, and exploring the garden.
Carnivorous Plants
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
9 to 10 a.m.
All Pike Nurseries locations
Free (register at above link)
Kids will explore the wild world of carnivorous plants and discover how these fascinating plants trap insects.
Kids will dive into the fascinating world of carnivorous plants in this fun, hands-on class! They’ll discover how unique plants like Venus flytraps, pitcher plants, and sundews trap insects, where they grow in nature, and why they developed these amazing adaptations. Perfect for curious kids who love weird, wild, and wonderful plants.
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