At our first meeting of 2026, Alberto Saurez-Esteban (a well-known gardening expert and biologist) will share information on modern sustainable agricultural practices, such as no-till gardening, companion gardening, and pest control, and on how community gardening supports a sense of pride and community. Our meetings start at 7:00 PM.
At our February meeting learn about jewel orchids and their cultivation with Nicholas Rust, owner of RustyExotics Orchids. It focuses on the species and how to grow the many different genera that are classified as jewel orchids. Not only is it filled with detailed pictures of these plants’ beautiful foliage, but it also places an…
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 and payment.
Master Gardener Claire McCaughey has grown (or attempted to grow) a wide variety of unusual edibles with a range of results. She will share what she learned from some of her experiments, including figs, edamame, perennial leeks, American groundnut (Apios), chia, haskaps and many others. Please follow this link for registration and payment
Learn to extend your growing season with cold frames, explore cost-effective options, and discover resilient cold-weather vegetables: why they matter, what to grow, and how. Please follow this link for registration and payment.
As Canadians, we often picture forests as large tracts of land filled with a vibrant ecosystem of flora and fauna. Andrea and Angela will speak about how to bring a food forest to life in an urban environment. Please follow this link for registration and payment.
Master Gardener – EP Power will walk us through building strong garden foundations to minimize the impact of pests, and, common problems as well as providing solutions for pest management. Please follow this link for registration and payment information.
This engaging talk by an experienced organic farming specialist has been tailored specifically for the home gardener. Learn practical tips and techniques to grow healthy, chemical-free plants while nurturing your soil and nourishing your health. If you are looking to be inspired and to deepen your knowledge, this session will provide practical and eco-friendly strategies…
Planning your spring gardens? Come visit the “Seedy Saturday” event hosted by the Kanata-March, Stittsville-Goulbourn and West Carleton Garden Clubs and Horticultural Societies! Visitors to this event will find economically priced seeds from local sources for sale at tables hosted by the horticultural societies (cash sales only), commercial vendors and workshops, a Seed Swap, a…
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 Master Gardeners of Ottawa-Carleton will join the Kanata-March Horticultural Society and will share her knowledge about how to extend the season with cold frames, the…
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. We will also be holding our Kanata-March Spring Flower Show featuring seasonal edible and floral entries plus design category entries submitted by our members. This…
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Maximum Spots: 50 —– Herbology 101: Cultivating Your Own Culinary Garden Herbs can thrive in a variety of environments and are a great addition to any garden, patio, windowsill, or indoor space. In this seminar, we’ll explore the joy of growing basic culinary herbs, from sowing seeds to harvesting. Whether you’re new to gardening or…
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Maximum Spots: 50 —– Pepper Geeks: SWEET, SPICY, AND FULL OF FLAVOUR; HOW TO GROW PEPPERS It’s time to get spicy! This workshop is all about the art of growing peppers. Join me, Rebecca from West Coast Seeds, and we’ll explore different varieties of both hot and sweet peppers, tips on how to grow them from…
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Maximum Spots: 50 —– Seed Starting: Its Time to Get Growing! Get ready for spring planting by learning how to start your favorite herbs, vegetables, and flowers from seed in this fun and informative workshop! Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a complete beginner, this hands-on session will teach you the basics of indoor seed…
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 noon, rain or shine! This sale will offer a variety of plants which have been donated by our members: hardy perennials for sun and shade,…
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 difficult fact to learn and to accept. Connie Matthews-Cull joins the Kanata-March Horticultural Society’s May meeting to discuss the many considerations that today’s gardeners need…
Many gardeners aspire to create a garden that is both beautiful and easy to maintain. Lee Ann Smith from the Master Gardeners of Ottawa-Carleton joins the Kanata-March Horticultural Society’s April 7th meeting to explain what makes a plant high performance, what low maintenance means, and recommends plants that meet these criteria. Her presentation provides an…
Raised garden beds can offer enhanced results and a better gardening experience. Join the Kanata-March Horticultural Society’s March meeting and explore how to choose the right plants, location, materials, and soil/compost mixtures with Anne Harbord of the Ontario Horticultural Association District 2 Executive. Anne’s property features 18 raised bed gardens for roses, 6 raised beds…
It’s back and greener than ever! Sponsored by FIG Solar and in partnership with the Cité de / City of Clarence-Rockland, the Rockland Community Garden is excited to present the 2026 Growing Green: Gardening & Sustainability Fair. Shake off those winter woes and usher in Spring with: – Dahlia tuber sale/swap – Garden design inspo…
Leigh Bain, a customer advisor at the Ottawa Lee Valley Tools store will show tools that are ideal for use in an urban garden. She will also discuss how to select tools as well as how to keep your garden tools in good shape. For more information on becoming a members of the GHS visit…
Darryl Cheng will join our members via Zoom to present An Engineers Guide to Houseplants For more information on becoming a members of the GHS visit our webpage
Medicinal plants of Canada were first identified by Indigenous healers. At the start of John’s university career, they conducted a review of all the published reports of Indigenous use of plants for food and medicine in Eastern Canada, recovering reports for 450 species with 1800 medicinal and edible uses. A number of these were of…
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 on “Wintery Greenery”. Followed up with refreshments and friendly conversations.
Tonight is our Awards Night. This is members only and reservations required.
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