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Spring Flower Show
This month is the Kemptville Horticultural Society’s Spring Flower Show and member(s) presentation.
Events: Canada
Gardening Basics
This evening the Kemptville Horticultural Society presents Claire McCaughey, MG. Claire will be speaking on the topic of Gardening Basics. Basics include, among others, soil and soil conditions, watering, soil amendments and fertilization, pests and diseases , and plant selection and planting.
Colour through the Seasons with Native Plants
This evening the Kemptville Horticultural Society March meeting with have speaker Candace Dressler, MG, on the topic of Colour through the Seasons with Native Plants.
The Edible Garden (communities in Bloom 2025 theme)
This evening the Kemptville Horticultural Society’s speaker is Rebecca Last-Guenette, MG. Rebecca will be speaking on the Edible Garden. Incorporate edibles into your landscape with both perennial and ornamental edibles.
Ottawa Orchid Society January Meeting
Join us at our January meeting to hear Deb Boersma speak on the genus Tolumnia. She has won many prizes for her beautiful Tolumnia (and other orchids) and will fill us in on some of the interesting features of this species, sharing her special tips for producing exceptional plants. Deb grows about 500 orchids in…
MIX AND MATCH: BEAUTIFUL COMBINATIONS OF NATIVE PLANTS (ZOOM PRESENTATION)
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…
Hamilton Seedy Saturday
Green Venture and Hamilton Public Library are pleased to announce that Hamilton’s annual Seedy Saturday will be happening on February 1, 2025 at the Central Library Branch, 4th Floor from 10 am – 3 pm. Seedy Saturday is the ‘go to’ place for anyone and everyone interested in backyard gardening, local food, pollinator gardens, sustainability,…
Winter seed sowing workshop
Presented by the Ottawa Public Library Attend the third workshop of our “Ottawa Wildflower Seed Library (OWSL) Presents…” series. During this workshop, you will learn how to sow your native seeds on your own. *Clients are encouraged to register for this event as space is limited.
In Search of the Holy Grail of Landscape Design
Meeting begins at 7:30 at City View United Church, 6 Epworth Avenue. Free for NHS members. $4.00 for non-members.
Seedy Saturday 2025 in Alta Vista
SEEDY SATURDAY IN ALTA VISTA – MARCH 1, 2025 COME ONE, COME ALL! Great news! In collaboration with Just Food and Seeds of Diversity, the Kilborn Gardeners Group is happy to once again host Seedy Saturday in 2025. Join us on Saturday, March 1st at Emmanuel United Church, 691 Smyth Road from 10 a.m….
This for That: Native Plant Alternatives for Beauty and Function
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…
Notes on a Japanese Garden
“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…
Sowing the Inspired Garden
“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…
Wildscaping: Wild Planting in a Strong Design
“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…
Nature’s Turf: Cultivating Eco-Friendly Lawns
“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…
Growing Vegetables in any Situation
“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…
Vines of All Kinds for Vertical Interest and More
A presentation by Mary Reid, Owner of the Green Thumb Centre
A Water Feature for Every Garden
A topic of interest for those who ever wanted to add a water feature to their garden.
Fall Plant Sale
There will be a great selection of indoor and outdoor perennials, all donated by members of the NHS. Sale will happen rain or shine. Cash or credit card accepted.
Plant Auction and Sale
Inexpensive plants provided by the members of the NHS. Volunteers on hand to answer your questions about the plants. Credit cards accepted as well as cash.
Spring Flower Show
Members of the NHS will exhibit their spring flowers as well as their floral designs. An opportunity to discover what can grow in Ottawa gardens.
Winter Light Festival – Nikka Yuko
Welcome to our annual Winter Light Festival experience! We hope you will enjoy this year’s light display celebrating the seasons! The garden will be separated into four sections, designed to capture the essence of Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter. Don’t forget to check out our giant Lite-Brite display made by Wesbridge Construction inside the Kid’s Corner! If you would like to add the Kamakura [Igloo] Projection Dome, to your experience, use the add-on option in the ticket levels (labelled in black). This add-on does not include garden admission and must be purchased with an admission ticket. This experience is not available on Fridays in January and February, instead, it is reserved for our Date Night in the Dome bookings, available on our website. For more information on special events, bookings and garden history please visit our website: nikkayuko.com
A Gardener’s Dreams vs Nature’s Realities
Learn how to reconcile what we would like from our gardens and what nature will provide
Vegetable Growing in Small Spaces
Learn how to get the most out of your small vegetable garden