Gardening Events in Ottawa, Gatineau & Area
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Fruit at the Ready! Berries, Berries, and More Berries
Join us on Zoom for a presentation by Mary Shearman Reid, a Master Gardener and owner of Green Thumb Garden Centre who will present ‘Fruit at the Ready’ including berries,…
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Japanese Gardens
Ottawa Master Gardener Barbara Sibbald’s talk is part travelogue and part gardening experiment. She explores Japanese garden-principles including stone placement, plants and ma—the all-important space in between. She aims to…
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Native Plant Gardening
Come and join us at our WCGC January meeting and enjoy a presentation by Eryn Harding on Native Plants Gardening, refreshments and conviviality. Eryn Harding will share with us insights and…
MEET THE MOSSES (ZOOM PRESENTATION)
IN THE PLANT WORLD, MOSSES ARE “STRONG, SENSITIVE” TYPES. THEY COVER ENORMOUS AREAS, ARE TOUGH ENOUGH TO GROW WITHOUT SOIL OR ROOTS AND CAN SURVIVE LONG DROUGHTS AND WINTER (HECK…
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Gardens of New Zealand
Jack Wilson will take you through some of the remarkable gardens of New Zealand which he visited the winter of 2024-25 as well as provide some tips for those considering…
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Winter Tree Identification for Beginners Series – 02: Uncommon Conifers and Intro to Broadleaf Trees
Winter Tree Identification for Beginners Series – 02: Uncommon Conifers and Intro to Broadleaf Trees 10:00 to 13:00 – 3 hours Description:Although most trees have dropped their distinct foliage, flowers,…
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Ottawa Orchid Society January Meeting
At our January meeting, learn about the (NAOCC) North American Orchid Conservation Centre’s research with mycorrhizal fungi relationships, propagation techniques, and pollinators that are safeguarding the native orchid populations (both…
Russell & District: Lavender
We will have a guest speaker from Lavande Braydale Lavender.
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Lavender
At our regular monthly meeting we will have auest speaker from Lavande Braydale Lavender. Everyone welcome.
Gloucester Horticultural Society January topic: Growing and Caring for Vegetables
Marie Decker will join our members via Zoom to give a presentation on Growing and Caring for Vegetables. For more information on becoming a members of the GHS visit our…
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Creating a Native Species Garden
Meetings start at 7:00pm, with a brief business component before our guest speaker. This evening our speaker will be Hugh Metcalfe of Naturaide on the topic of Creating a Native…
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Growing Dahlias – What’s new?
Olivia Chuchryk, who owns and runs Charing House Gardens B&B, will be sharing her extensive experience on all aspects of growing dahlias from tubers to harvest. She will share her…
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Combating Invasive Plants: Tackling the Phragmites in Ontario
Matt Bolding, Ecologist and GIS Professional, invasive Species Program Coordinator, Ducks Unlimited Canada (Eastern Region). Combating Invasive Plants: Tackling the Phragmites in OntarioInvasive Phragmites australis is an invasive…
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Urban Organic Food Gardening
Urban organic food gardening with the flowers that support it is as simple or as challenging as you wish to make it. However, at some time or other, issues will…
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Native Plants and Pollinators
Long-time gardener, Elizabeth Sheehy, will help us understand the vital role of pollinators in our ecosystem and the part played by native plants in this relationship. She will explain how…
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Creating a crevice garden for the smallest of spaces
In this talk, Chris focused on the design and drama of miniature crevice gardens. He discussed soil mediums, rock types and plants which he found to be successful in these…
Russell & District: Growing Herbs for Medicine
We will have guest speaker Lia Lindemen at our regular monthly meeting to give a talk on growing herbs for medicine.
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Growing Herbs for Medicine
At our regular monthly meeting we have guest speaker Lia Lindemen who will talk to us about growing herbs for medicine. Everyone welcome.
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Gloucester Horticultural Society February topic: An Engineers Guide to Houseplants
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
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Growing and Caring for Dahlias
Meetings start at 7:00pm, with a brief business component before our guest speaker. Our speaker this evening will be Marnie Chown of Fair Sun Farm on the topic of Growing…
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Medicinal Plants of Canada
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…
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Organic Gardening for the Home Gardener
Pat Lucey, Gardening Instructor, Canadian Organic Growers. Organic Gardening for the Home GardenerThis engaging talk by an experienced organic farming specialist has been tailored specifically for…
Community Activities
Growing Green: Gardening & Sustainability Fair
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…
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Raised Bed Gardening
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…
Russell & District: Vegetables in all Situations
Guest speaker Judith Cox will be at our regular monthly meeting to talk to us about growing vegetables in all situations.
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Vegetables in All Situations
At our monthly meeting we will have guest speaker Judith Cox who will talk to us about growing vegetable in all situations. Everyone welcome.
Gloucester Horticultural Society March topic: Tools for the Urban Gardener
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…
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Gardening for the Birds
The meeting will begin at 7:00pm, with a brief business component before our guest speaker. This evening our presentation will be a virtual. Kristen Martyn will be speaking on Gardening…
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Crevice Garden – Trip to South Africa
This talk is by two members Tony and Annie. Tony will present the construction of his first rock garden at his home. Annie will present on the topic of alpine…
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Food For Life: How Some Organizations in Ottawa Are Addressing The Food Insecurity Gap
This panel of community leaders, experts and speakers from the Ottawa area,who are actively working to address food insecurity in our community, will be joining us to share some important…
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Minden and Area Horticultural Society Seedy Saturday
Enjoy the start of the 2026 growing season by visiting Minden! Minden and Area Horticultural Association invite you to our first Seedy Saturday. Shop with local horticultural and artisan vendors…
Minden and Area Horticultural Society Seedy Saturday
Enjoy the start of the 2026 growing season by visiting Minden! Minden and Area Horticultural Association invite you to our first Seedy Saturday. Shop with local horticultural and artisan vendors…
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High Performance, Low Maintenance Plants
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…
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Barbara & Bella – Four Passes
This talk will look take you on a tour of the plants in four separate mount passes in the Dolomites
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Shrubs for all seasons
Meetings start at 7:00pm, with a brief business components before our guest speaker. Tonights speaker is Mary Sherman Reid speaking on “Shrubs for all Seasons”, Followed up with refreshments and…
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Wildscaping
At our regular monthly meeting we will have a guest speaker who give a talk on Wildscaping: Wild planting in a Strong Design. Everyone welcome.
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A Team Approach to Protecting Canada’s Biosecurity: How A Detector Dog And His Handler Work Together On This Important Issue
In-person presentation by Matthieu Morin, Food, Plant and Animal K9 Officer, Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) A Team Approach to Protecting Canada’s Biosecurity: How A Detector Dog And His Handler…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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.
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32nd Annual Flower & Edibles Show
Open to the public, see beautiful floral designs and flower and vegetable entries presented by our members. There are also open classes for members of the public who are not…
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Culinary Delights With Herbs & Edible Flowers
June 16: In-person presentation by Nancy McDonald, Master Gardener of Ottawa-Carleton and member of the Ottawa Horticultural Society Culinary Delights With Herbs and Edible Flowers …
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Gardens After Dark: Creating Magical Nighttime Gardens
Tonights meeting will begin at 7:00pm with a brief business components before our guest speaker. The speaker tonight is Nicole Winters on the topic of “Gardens After Dark: Creating Magical…
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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. In this presentation from…
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NHS Outdoor Fall Plant Sale
A great selection of perennials and houseplants. Very reasonably priced!
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Awards Night
Tonight is our Awards Night. This is members only and reservations required.
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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 lives…
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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…
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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…
