Lynn Lavoie is an ardent plant enthusiast, who owns and runs Monarch Garden Design. Her botanical zeal led to a late change in occupation. After a long career as a chemist, Lynn went back to school to study horticulture at the University of Guelph. During her time as a student, she thoroughly enjoyed working as a summer gardener at the Royal Botanical Gardens in Burlington. Since graduating, she has learned lots from staffingthe perennial and nursery sections of garden centres, working in landscaping and launching her garden design business.
Hydrangeas are among the most popular flowering shrubs and it’s easy to understand why. Hydrangeas are showy, versatile andadaptable. However, to get the best out of your hydrangeas there are a few factors to consider – most importantly, the variety that you are growing. We will discuss the main types and how to maintain them, for a recurring dazzling display!
Members will receive a link to this Zoom talk prior to the meeting. It will also be posted on our Facebook page.
As the co-founder of this national charity, Leora has many years of experience in the stewardship of the remaining wilderness in southern Ontario. She will explain why protecting our local area is vital to the continuation of a uniquely diverse environment.