Mary Sherman Reid, a very knowledgeable and popular speaker and owner of Green Thumb Garden Centre in Ottawa, will talk to us about the different berries that grow well in our region, what conditions they need and how to grow them successfully.
NOVEMBER 12, 2025Invasives – Calder Schweitzer of The Thousand Islands Watershed Land Trust will help us recognize invasives and explain how to deal with
Featured Speaker Presentation: “Pollinator Pathways”, Don Farwell and Dianne Wheler, Tri- County Master Gardeners Meeting is open to all; free admission. Interested in joining Garden Stratford? Go to About/Membership at www.gardenstratford.org , or join at the meeting. Program is subject to change.
We invite you to join us for the October Meeting and presentation titled “Four Winds: Half a Century in the Making,” by Rodger and Grace Inglis. Grace often says, “It is probably true of most gardeners that their interest in plants goes back to childhood, and often a parent or grandparent.” For Grace, that inspiration…
We are committed to adding native trees to our community spaces! Please join us as the Cannington Horticultural Society partners with the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority and the Township of Brock to plant 100 native trees and shrubs in our local park. No experience needed – we will teach you the best method to…
Our annual fundraising event with Jessica Barrett and Sophiane Laib of Mill Street Florist returns. Enjoy this amazing duo create fabulous holiday centrepieces. Not only will you learn tips to create your own at home pieces, but you may be a lucky raffle winner recipient of one of their amazing arrangements. Net proceeds for this…
Cultured vegetables are usually prepared in the fall for winter consumption. They are delicious and easy to prepare using simple ingredients. Learn about the health benefits of fermented foods and the importance to your micro-biome. Georgia will demonstrate her sour cabbage recipe using a traditional fermentation method of food preservation. Also Photography Competition Show. Everyone welcome
A business meeting to receive annual reports and present the financials of the society. Board elections will be held and we are always looking for new board members. “Many Hands Make Light Work”.
Verne Gilkes will be discussing the origin and varieties of koi. He will also be introducing the topics of koi harvesting and breeding. If you want to attend virtually and since time is short, please contact Dan O’Leary directly for a Google Meets link at; danpoleary@gmail.com As always, doors open at 7 pm and the…
In this talk, Chris focused on the design and drama of miniature crevice gardens. He discussed soil mediums, rock types and plants which he found to be successful in these mini mountains. Chris was born and raised in London. He spent several years travelling in southeast Asia and Europe. For a while he lived in…
This talk is by two members Tony and Annie. Tony will present the construction of his first rock garden at his home. Annie will present on the topic of alpine plants in South Africa
This talk will look take you on a tour of the plants in four separate mount passes in the Dolomites
Learn about the history of this unique asset, tracking its creation in 1886 through its storied history and its invaluable contributions to Canadian agriculture. Discover the horticultural legacy of the CEF’s hybridizers, who gave Canadian and international gardeners floral beauties such as the Preston lilacs and the Explorer series of roses. Register here. Speaker: Blaine…
Our gardens and properties as a whole are vital areas for creating and maintaining biodiversity, no matter the size or location. Hugh explains how native plants in our gardens are vital for hosting insect species, serve as an enormous educational opportunity, and can beautify even the most challenging site conditions.
Vines are versatile, often underrated plants, that offer ornamental, native, and edible options for various landscaping needs. They can enhance garden design with colour, texture, fragrance, and by attracting pollinators. Mary Shearman Reid, a Master Gardener and owner of Green Thumb Garden Centre, will share her top recommended vine species and basic care tips.
The southern Alberta Rockies is home to the greatest variety of alpine plants Canada has to offer. This talk will feature the profuse diversity of alpines growing in Jasper, Banff and Waterton Lakes National Parks along with the Colombian Icefields.
Darryl Cheng is the author of ‘The New Plant Parent’ and ‘The New Plant Collector’ and creator of House Plant Journal. Darryl’s passion for plants and engineering approach to plant care have turned him into one of the most trusted houseplant resources on the internet! What was initially a hobby Tumblr page has turned into…
Most people think of zoos in terms of the interesting animals they encounter; and they are that; but they are so much more! Zoos are centers for conservation excellence, to connect people to the natural world around them. Paul will walk through his Former role as Curatorial Gardener, managing one of Canada’s largest tropical plant…
Join us for a fun evening of bidding for new and gently used items. There is always a great selection of items and tasty bake sale items as well. Donation of items is always appreciated. Set up at 6:00 pm – doors open at 7:30 pm. Hope to see you there!
September 22: In-person: A panel of Master Gardeners of Ottawa-Carleton Interesting Perspectives and Wisdom from the Master Gardeners of Ottawa-Carleton Join us for an engaging panel discussion featuring a group of experience Master Gardeners who will share their insights on a range of timely and practical gardening themes. From tackling common garden challenges to exploring…
Speakers: DJ Hanna and Michelle Smith – Topic ” Butterflies in Our Garden” Light refreshments
Featured Speaker Presentation: “Under Our Feet, the World of Culinary Mushrooms”, Andrew Mavor, Chef/ High School Teacher/ Food Nerd Meeting is open to all; free admission. Interested in joining Garden Stratford? Go to About/Membership at www.gardenstratford.org , or join at the meeting. Program is subject to change.
At our October meeting, learn about growing Phragmipedium species and hybrids in home conditions with Andrew Geimar from Roehampton Orchids. Andrew will be with us in person. The talk will focus on different use of potting media, pots, and watering techniques to help you achieve success growing this tricky genera in home conditions (even in…
SOIL AMENDMENTS ARE MATERIALS ADDED TO SOIL TO IMPROVE ITS PHYSICAL PROPERTIES, STRUCTURE AND FERTILITY, ULTIMATELY ENHANCING PLANT GROWTH AND HEALTH. THESE MATERIALS CAN BE ORGANIC OR INORGANIC AND ARE USED TO ADDRESS ISSUES LIKE POOR DRAINAGE, WATER RETENTION, NUTRIENT DEFICIENCIES AND Ph IMBALANCES. LYNNE EVENSON, MASTER GARDENER WILL EXPLAIN SOIL EMENDMENTS, THEIR BENEFITS AND…
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