Gardening Events in Ottawa, Gatineau & Area
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Community Activities
Members-only Society Tours and Event this Summer.
Join one or more Garden Clubs or Horticultural Societies. Most garden clubs and horticultural societies organize exciting members-only summer events, including private garden tours, destination excursions, garden-inspired and theme-based social…
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Botanical and Gardens
Arboretum Tree Tour – Architecture of Trees
Please note that the tour will take place rain or shine. Where: The tour will start at the parking lot at Building 72 in the Arboretum. Details: Why do trees look…
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TRENTON HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY AUGUST MEETING – FLOWER & VEGETABLE SHOW
Come and see what has been growing in the gardens of our members. Out guest speaker is from the Lower Trent Conservation speaking on Rain Gardens and Soils. There will…
Tours and Experiences
Silver Spring Studio and Farm
The public are invited to visit Silver Spring Studio and Farm on 1705 Robertson Road. From 9 am to 3 pm, the farm will have a full day of fun…
Shows and Exhibitions
2026 SUMMER FLOWER SHOW
Registration: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Judging: 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Public Viewing: 1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. There is no registration fee to enter the flower show or…
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…
Botanical and Gardens
West Carleton Garden Club & Horticultural Society: Fall Flower Show and Talk
Join us Sept 8 at Carp Memorial Hall (3739 Carp Road) for the Fall Flower Show followed by a talk on Attracting Birds to Your Garden by Berit Erikson, Further…
Courses and Workshops
Introduction to Peonies
Join us for a special presentation by Blaine Marchand, who will be sharing his knowledge and passion for peonies. Blaine is well known for his engaging talks and deep expertise…
Talks and Meetings
A Deeper Dig on Vegetables
Tuesday, September 8, 7:00 p.m. – Monthly Meeting Contributions to door prizes are most welcome! Presentation: Jason Vodden – A Deeper Dig on Vegetables Mini Demonstration: Lia Lindeman President- demo…
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Online Events
Cartoons and Conservation
Meet at: City View United Church 7:00 pm Social 7:30 pm Formal program Speaker: Rosemary Mosco Location: City View United Church, 6 Epworth Avenue City View United Church Description: Cartoonist and author Rosemary…
Monthly Meeting – September 2026
Our monthly meetings are held on the second Wednesday of every month (no longer Tuesdays) except July and August. After three years of meeting online, the Ottawa Field-Naturalists’ Club has…
Sales, Swaps, Auctions
NHS Outdoor Fall Plant Sale
A great selection of perennials and houseplants. Very reasonably priced!
Sales, Swaps, Auctions
Free Native Plant Giveaway (Britannia Beach, near the Trolley Station)
Take home free native perennials for your gardens, and learn about the many benefits native plant gardening brings to our local ecosystemThe Ottawa Wildflower Seed Library is hosting a series…
Talks and Meetings
Seasons of Oops a Daisy Flower Farm & Florist
What happens on a flower farm? Dawn Harper, owner of Oops a Daisy Flower Farm is our guest speaker for September. She’ll be enlightening us on the many farm activities…
Festivals and Fairs
HARVEST: A Feast of Fall
Harvest - A Feast of Fall, in support of Youturn Youth Services, is a multi-chef food & beverage experience celebrating Ottawa’s amazing culinary community of award-winning chefs, artisanal beverage producers…
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
TRENTON HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY SEPT. MEETING ALL ABOUT LAVENDER
Lavender has so many uses and we will find them out with our guest speaker from the PEC Lavender Farm. There will be product to purchase after the presentation.
Russell & District:
At our regular meeting, we will have a presentation by Deborah Doherty on how to have a bird friendly garden (Diane Sharpe, coordinator). If you are interested in attracting more…
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…
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…
Monthly Meeting – October 2026
Our monthly meetings are held on the second Wednesday of every month (no longer Tuesdays) except July and August. After three years of meeting online, the Ottawa Field-Naturalists’ Club has…
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…
Sales, Swaps, Auctions
TRENTON HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY OCTOBER MEETING ON HOT SAUCES
Mark Barranger-Mitchell is back in the kitchen cooking up a variety of hot sauces to sample and will provide recipes for our members. Flower Show and Photo Competition as well.
Community Activities
Harvest & Hearth: Autumn Farm Experience
Enjoy an afternoon experience designed to honour the bounty of summer, the vibrant colours of fall, and the gentle turn toward winter.Step into the rhythms of the season on our…
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…
Sales, Swaps, Auctions
Ritchie Christmas Bazaar
“Wait... Why Are You Talking About Christmas nowBecause if there’s one event we know you count down to all year, it’s our Christmas Bazaar.And this year? We’re not just bringing it…
Monthly Meeting – November 2026
Our monthly meetings are held on the second Wednesday of every month (no longer Tuesdays) except July and August. After three years of meeting online, the Ottawa Field-Naturalists’ Club has…
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…
Monthly Meeting – December 2026
Our monthly meetings are held on the second Wednesday of every month (no longer Tuesdays) except July and August. After three years of meeting online, the Ottawa Field-Naturalists’ Club has…
