AGM and 60th Anniversary Celebration Because we are a corporation affiliated under OMAFRA we must hold an Annual meeting each year in which the year’s finances and activities are reported. We will be doing this on Nov. 8th when next … Continue reading
Category Archives: Monthly meeting
Speakers 2024
Feb 13-Zoom-Lynne Patenaude, Invasive Species–what can gardeners do? Escaped garden plants are the number one source of invasive plants in Canada. Learn which common garden plants can escape and invade surrounding natural areas, which native alternatives offer similar beauty, and if you … Continue reading
December 12th, 6:00pm Christmas potluck
Join us Tuesday Dec. 12th at 6:00pm for our annual potluck dinner. Turkey and ham will be provided along with refreshments. Please bring along a main or dessert to share. We have a hungry group so be sure to bring … Continue reading
Nov. 14th, 7pm-Making a winter container with Lynn Lavoie
The Lakefield Horticultural Society invites you to learn about creating winter planters with their guest speaker Lynn Lavoie. The meeting will be held at the Lakefield Marshland Centre, Hague blvd. Tuesday Nov. 14th at 7pm. Lynn will bring along lots … Continue reading
Houseplants – Jennifer Guertin
Join us Tuesday Sept. 12th at 7pm at the Marshland centre to learn about houseplants from experienced gardener Jennifer Guertin.
May 9, 7pm – Denis Orendt, Blue Frog Water Gardens: Ponds and Water features
Learn the basics about pond construction, pond rehabilitation, fountain use as well as plants and proper maintenance from Denis. With 10 years experience he’ll have a wealth of information to share. http://bluefrogwatergardens.ca
SOLD OUT: April 11 – Lorraine Johnson “Gardening for Pollinating Insects: Friends not Foes”
Please note: You must pre-register for this talk as space is limited. There will a $10.00 fee to attend. Contact Ceci Leigh for more information. Sold out. Contact Ceci to be put on the waiting list. Our gardens … Continue reading
March 14th, 7pm. Primal Patch, Laura and Robert Johnson “Landscaping with the earth in mind.”
Did you know that to manufacture bricks or concrete massive amounts of CO2 emissions are produced? Primal Patch is a new business with sustainability in mind when it comes to garden construction. They use real stone for their patios and … Continue reading
Tuesday Nov. 8th-7pm: Come celebrate 60 years!!
Oct. 11th, 7pm: Marion Jean, Dahlias
Oakridge Dahlias is located in Port Hope. While they don’t sell from their property, they do offer sales through their website. The remarkable variety and size of Dahlias make them ideal for any sunny, well-drained location. Dahlia flowers come in … Continue reading
We’re back!! Tuesday Sept. 13th, 7:00pm Vikki Whitney from Griffins Greenhouse
Tuesday September 13th will be our first in person meeting … well …in a long time. We welcome you back! Vikki from Griffins greenhouses will be our guest speaker. “All Fall: Planting and Décor for a Transition into Autumn.” Bulbs … Continue reading