Greater Ottawa Water Garden Horticultural Society

Growing and Caring for Plants | Water Gardens

A Water Feature For Every Garden

Famous gardens incorporate water as an essential element of their design. Think of Monet’s Garden in Giverny with its iconic pond and stunning water lilies, the gardens at Alhambra with their mosaic tiled riverlets throughout, the multitude of fountains at Versailles, the ponds at Kew Garden and the central Japanese garden pond at Butchart Gardens—-these…

“First Ever” GOWGHS Annual Meeting

PLEASE NOTE: This meeting has been scheduled one week later than normal! As per our “newly revised” Constitution, the GOWGHS membership will meet to discuss the events of the past year, review financial statements and elect a “new” Board of Directors. Our “guest(s)” presentation will be “set in the wild Wicklow countryside of Ireland at…

“Late Bloomers for a Fall Fling”

In order to comply with the guidelines set out by the proclaimed Ontario Not-for-Profit Corporations Act (ONCA), changes to the GOWGHS Constitution (& Bylaws) are necessary. Please remember to arrive early to participate in the business portion of the meeting, starting at 7:15 pm. AS THE DAYS GROW SHORTER AND THE NIGHTS BECOME COOLER IT…

Gardening With Wildlife in Mind

Canada is home to remarkable wildlife that is both thrilling to discover and critical to our well being. But these wild neighbours need our help! Join the Canadian Wildlife Federation as we explore the key ‘ingredients’ in a beautiful yet beneficial garden that will support local and migratory wildlife right outside your door with options…

Improving Garden Soil Health

Plant physiologist Lynne Evenson will talk about different soil types, the important soil properties, what lives in the soil, and various methods for improving soil health.