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In this presentation, you will learn about the essential elements of garden design and how to maximize your current or future outdoor space. An important feature in your garden design will be the inclusion of biodiversity considerations to attract various elements of nature, including pollinators of various types. It’s never too early to start thinking…
In his presentation, Jonathan will talk about growing organic vegetables from March to December. If you are curious about how this can be accomplished in our Ottawa climate without heated greenhouses, this presentation will inspire you. Jonathan is passionate about providing people with delicious organi vegetables, but also loves to encourage others to grow great…
Join us for our Speaker Series featuring Mary Mallany. Mary will be giving a talk about the food under foot. Eat your weeds! Join us at the North Runnymede United Church on 33 Pritchard Ave in Toronto or by Zoom. If you wish to attend virtually, contact roselands1926@gmail.com for details.
Speaker: Pat de Valence Topic: Two Gardens in Quebec: Jardin Quatre-Vents and Reford Gardens Date: Thursday January 9th, 2025 Time & Place: 7pm via Zoom
In January 2024, Retired Master Gardener Mary Ann Van Berlo spent three weeks touring gardens in both the north and south islands of New Zealand. Mary Ann will share the amazing gardens and natural areas that were part of her journey. The talk will show the different styles of gardens she visited – formal to…
AS INDIVIDUAL SPECIMENS, NATIVE PLANTS PROVIDE MUCH BEAUTY AND MANY ECOLOGICAL BENEFITS, BUT IN LUSCIOUS COMBINATIONS THEY CAN TAKE YOUR GARDEN TO NEW LEVELS. IN THIS ILLUSTRATED TALK, LORRAINE JOHNSON SHOWS HOW YOU CAN MIX AND MATCH TRIED AND TRUE PERFORMERS THAT FLOURISH TOGETHER, FOCUSING ON FLOWERS, FOLIAGE, SHAPE, COLOUR, TEXTURE AND GARDEN DESIGN. LORRAINE…
In this illustrated talk, author of over ten books about native plants and gardening Lorraine Johnson will present native alternatives to the familiar flowers introduced from elsewhere that often fill our gardens. Using specific examples, Lorraine explores how we can achieve the same beauty in our landscapes but with enhanced ecological value by growing…
“In a Japanese-themed garden, a small space holds big ideas about designing with plants, stone, water and “ma”, the all-important space in between. Part garden travelogue, part gardening experiment, this lecture aims to inspire.” This is the fifth and last in a series of five lectures being presented by the Friends of the Central…
“Advice on seasonal gardening tasks such as sowing from seed, dividing perennials, trimming and clean-up. Tasks that will inspire garden splendour and good health.” This is the fourth in a series of five lectures being presented by the Friends of the Central Experimental Farm and the Master Gardeners of Ottawa Carleton in 2025 to offer timely and informative…
“Using more native plants in your garden doesn’t mean it has to look “wild” or messy. Learn how to design a beautiful landscape where function and a healthy ecology also provide a “wow” factor.” This is the second in a series of five lectures being presented by the Friends of the Central Experimental Farm and the Master…
“You don’t need to remove your grass to be eco-conscious. Learn how to properly care for your lawn by promoting plant and soil health, while reducing chemical inputs.” This is the third in a series of five lectures being presented by the Friends of the Central Experimental Farm and the Master Gardeners of Ottawa Carleton in 2025 to…
“You can grow them in a plot, you can grow them in a pot. Vegetables grow here and there, vegetables grow everywhere.” This is the first in a series of five lectures being presented by the Friends of the Central Experimental Farm and the Master Gardeners of Ottawa Carleton in 2025 to offer timely and informative presentations. The…
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