Gardening Events in Ottawa, Gatineau & Area
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Advice Clinic at Dundonald Park Earth Day
Master Gardeners is first and foremost a volunteer service organization with a mandate to offer free, authoritative, and unbiased gardening advice to the public.
Advice Clinic at Hunt Club-Riverside Earth Day
Master Gardeners is first and foremost a volunteer service organization with a mandate to offer free, authoritative, and unbiased gardening advice to the public.
🗓️ Next 7 Days (5)
Talks and Meetings
Russell & District: Wildscaping
We will have guest speaker Lee Ann Smith at our regular monthly meeting who will talk to us about Wildscaping: Wild planting in a Strong Design.
Gloucester Horticultural Society April Meeting
Tyler Smith will present on his research into food systems.Building bridges with bakeapples: Co-developing food systems research with the Inuit Community of Makkovik Synopsis:Tyler will be presenting his investigation of…
Shows and Exhibitions
Artists for Plants
Bringing nature inside healthcare facilities. We are a charitable organization that sensitizes healthcare facilities to the necessity of bringing nature inside their walls. For this purpose, we raise funds to…
GCO Judges Council Speaker and workshop
Hitomi Gilliam AlFD, a Creative Force, a Japanese Canadian Flower Artist. She has guest-designed and taught extensively around the World. Join a rare opportunity to share her passion and floral…
Earth Day 2026 online celebration
We’re delighted to invite you to a special Earth Day celebration, presented by the Ontario Horticultural Association in collaboration with Climate Legacy. This year’s event brings together two powerful voices for our planet—Mark Cullen and Betty…
🗓️ Next 30 Days (21)
Talks and Meetings
A Team Approach to Protecting Canada’s Biosecurity: How A Detector Dog And His Handler Work Together On This Important Issue
Join us for a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at how the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) works to protect Canada’s environment and agriculture. In this unique presentation, a CBSA officer– partnered…
Online Events
💻 Online
Friends of the Experimental Farm/Master Gardeners of Ottawa Carleton Lecture Series – Tiny Gardens Big Harvest
Practical tips for growing fresh vegetables in limited spaces using containers, vertical gardening and smart planning. Perfect planting for balconies, porches and small gardens. Please follow this link for registration…
Community Activities
Open House and Plant Sale
Hello Everyone, Save the date! The 2026 Ottawa African Violet Society Open House and Plant Sale is on May 2nd, 2026. We look forward to seeing you and sharing our…
Sales, Swaps, Auctions
Orchidophilia 2026
Enjoy the sights and fragrance of a weekend of stunning orchid exhibits by members, visiting societies and vendors, educational exhibits, photography, Ikebana and botanic artist exhibits focused on orchids. Enjoy…
Talks and Meetings
Invasive Plants in Your Gardens: Becoming More of a Critical Gardener
If you are a gardener, chances are you have cultivated an invasive plant species. You may not yet have learned that some of your favourite plants are invasive. It’s a…
Festivals and Fairs
Canadian Tulip Festival
The 2026 Canadian Tulip Festival is tentatively scheduled for May 8–18, 2026, and will be held in Ottawa, Ontario. The festival celebrates the historic gift of tulips from the Netherlands to…
Community Activities
Gloucester Horticultural Society Annual Fundraising Plant Sale
Gloucester Horticultural Society Annual Fundraising Plant Sale Native plants and shrubs, plus annuals, perennials, herbs, veggies and gardening supplies. Payment accepted by Cash or e-transfer Saturday May 9th 9:00am –…
Talks and Meetings
Advice Clinic at Carp Farmers’ Market
Master Gardeners is first and foremost a volunteer service organization with a mandate to offer free, authoritative, and unbiased gardening advice to the public.
Talks and Meetings
Advice Clinic at Parkdale Farmers’ Market
Master Gardeners is first and foremost a volunteer service organization with a mandate to offer free, authoritative, and unbiased gardening advice to the public.
Sales, Swaps, Auctions
2026 Friends of the Experimental Farm Plant Sale
WHEN: Sunday, May 10, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. RAIN OR SHINE WHERE: Parking lot beside K.W. Neatby Building at 960 Carling & Maple Drive (look for the signs). DETAILS: Everything you…
Advice Clinic at the Plant Sale of Friends of the Farm
Master Gardeners is first and foremost a volunteer service organization with a mandate to offer free, authoritative, and unbiased gardening advice to the public.
Plant Sale at Friends of the Farm
Check out our annual fundraiser! Ontario native plants and vegetable seedlings are available at reasonable price.
Talks and Meetings
Gardening by the Moon in 2026 During the Summer Season
Join us for our in-person meeting for “Gardening by the Moon in 2026 During the Summer Season” presented by Annick and Jean Sebastien from Berry Homestead Farm in Lyndhurst. Lean…
Talks and Meetings
Hawthorn Herbals
Tamara Segal, Registered Herbalist, is both a healer and teacher. As our guest speaker, she’ll share some of her knowledge on herbal medicine.
Talks and Meetings
The Urban Potage—from Field to Table
Imagine vibrant salads with crisp lettuces, sweet tomatoes, and edible blooms—all grown in your own urban oasis. Master Gardener, Odette McIntyre, will show you how to blend veggies, herbs, and…
Talks and Meetings
NOTES ON A JAPANESE GARDEN – BY BARBARA SIBBALD
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 EXPERIMENTS, THIS…
Sales, Swaps, Auctions
Kanata-March Horticultural Society’s 52nd Annual Plant Sale!
On Saturday, May 16th the Kanata-March Horticultural Society will hold our 52nd annual plant sale at our meeting location, the Old Town Hall, 821 March Road, from 8 am until…
Community Activities
West Carleton Garden Club. Annual Plant Sale
Come on out early for best selection to the Carp Farmers’ Market for the very popular annual plant sale hosted by the West Carleton Garden Club. You will find a…
Advice Clinic at Ottawa Farmers’ Market
Master Gardeners is first and foremost a volunteer service organization with a mandate to offer free, authoritative, and unbiased gardening advice to the public.
Community Activities
Spring Plant Sale
Selection of annuals, perennials, herbs, native plants, potted plant containers. Also variety of miscellaneous gardening items (books, pots, tools, etc.). All sold at very reasonable prices. Come early for best…
Talks and Meetings
Vegetables in All Situations
At our regular monthly meeting we will have a presentation by Judith Cox on Vegetables in All Situations. Free to attend. Everyone is welcome.
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Shows and Exhibitions
Spring Flower Show and member chat
The meeting will begin at 7:00pm with a brief business component. This evening is our Spring Flower Show. Exhibits should be in place between 5:30 & 6:45 pm. Please provide…
Sales, Swaps, Auctions
NHS Plant Auction and Sale
A great selection of perennials, vegetable plants, and houseplants — all at very reasonable prices! Plant sales begin at 6:30 and auction begins at 7:00.
Sales, Swaps, Auctions
BARRHAVEN GARDEN CLUB ANNUAL PLANT SALE
OUR ANNUAL PLANT SALE FEATURES PERENNIALS, ANNUALS, VEGGIES, HERBS, HOUSEPLANTS AND GENTLY USED GARDEN PARAPHERNALIA. ENJOY THE PROFESSIONAL ADVICE OF EXPERIENCED GARDENERS AND MASTER GARDENERS. THIS IS OUR MAJOR FUNDRAISER…
Advice Clinic at Ottawa Farmers’ Market
Master Gardeners is first and foremost a volunteer service organization with a mandate to offer free, authoritative, and unbiased gardening advice to the public.
Advice Clinic at Barrhaven Farmers Market
Master Gardeners is first and foremost a volunteer service organization with a mandate to offer free, authoritative, and unbiased gardening advice to the public.
Shows and Exhibitions
Designing a Summer Planter + KMHS Flower and Edibles Show
Elizabeth Johnston, co-owner of Ramsay Creek Greenhouse joins the Kanata-March Horticultural Society’s June meeting to provide a demonstration of how to design an outdoor planter arrangement for the summer season.…
Advice Clinic at Barrhaven Farmers Market
Master Gardeners is first and foremost a volunteer service organization with a mandate to offer free, authoritative, and unbiased gardening advice to the public.
Talks and Meetings
Neat Garden Things From A to Z
From aphid to zinnia, the garden is truly an awe-inspiring place. Join guest speaker, Brad King, as he takes a closer look at some common but yet amazing finds. You’ll…
Botanical and Gardens
32nd Annual Flower & Edibles Show
Welcome to the largest flower show in Eastern Ontario. Enjoy the horticulture specimens – see new varieties of flowers, learn their names or simply enjoy their beauty. Contemplate the creative…
Advice Clinic at Ottawa Farmers’ Market
Master Gardeners is first and foremost a volunteer service organization with a mandate to offer free, authoritative, and unbiased gardening advice to the public.
Shows and Exhibitions
Flower Show and talk on Ikebana
At our regular meeting it will be our annual June Flower Show. Everyone is welcome to enter. We will also have guest speaker, Wendy Batson who will give us a…
Talks and Meetings
Culinary Delights With Herbs & Edible Flowers
Nancy McDonald, Master Gardener, will shed a new light on how we can enjoy the fruits of our gardening labor in a different way. Join us for a flavorful gardening…
Talks and Meetings
Moonlight to Midnight: A guide to Evening Garden Design
This evenings presentation by Nicole Winders explores four night garden styles – Moon, Midnight, Illuminated and Architecturally Lit – and how each creates a distinct atmosphere after dark.
Community Activities
Abbotsford Garden Tour 2026
This garden tour is a fundraiser for The Glebe Centre’s Seniors community programs at Abbotsford House. It features 12 private gardens in the Glebe and Westboro . Come out and…
Talks and Meetings
Cold Frames and Cold Crops: Extending the Season
Cold Frames and Cold Crops is about growing delicious veggies, beyond the usual gardening confines and calendar, using cold frames and the cool season crop palette. Odette McIntyre from the…
Sales, Swaps, Auctions
NHS Outdoor Fall Plant Sale
A great selection of perennials and houseplants. Very reasonably priced!
Shows and Exhibitions
Fall Flower Show & Growing Garlic
The meeting this evening will begin at 7:00pm with a brief business component. Tonight is also our Fall Flower and Vegetable Show. Exhibits should be in place between 5:30 and…
Talks and Meetings
Interesting Perspectives & Wisdom From The Master Gardeners of Ottawa-Carleton (MGOC)
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…
Talks and Meetings
Interesting Perspectives & Wisdom From The Master Gardeners of Ottawa-Carleton (MGOC)
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…
Talks and Meetings
Seed Saving
Learn how to save your own vegetable seeds to make your garden more sustainable and self-sufficient and save you money. Learn how to save heirloom varieties, not available commercially, using…
Talks and Meetings
Awards Night
Tonight is our Awards Night. This is members only and reservations required.
Drama in the Butterfly Garden
October 27: In-person presentation, Carol Pasternak, MBA, LLB, is an author, photographer, and sought-after motivational nature speaker. Drama in the Butterfly Garden Explore the secret…
Talks and Meetings
Wintery Greenery
Tonight will be our Annual General Meeting starting at 7:00pm. Starting with a brief business component followed by election of officers. This will be followed by a speaker and demonstration…
Talks and Meetings
Designing With Nature, for Outdoor & Indoor Enjoyment
This inspiring and informative talk will showcase this speaker’s passion for plants and creative greening solutions. She will explore the world of indoor and outdoor plants, offering practical tips and…
