Almonte Horticultural Society

Almonte and District Horticultural Society

Welcome to the Almonte and District Horticultural Society

Calendar of Events 2010

All meetings are held on the fourth Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m., except July and December, at the Cornerstone Community Church (unless noted otherwise). 

January

January 25 - "Off to a Good Start"

Speaker - Allan Goddard of Almonte Landscaping who will share his theories on a successful approach to growing plants from seeds.

 

February 

February 22 - Slide presentation of the Chelsea Flower Show - Great visual inspiration. 

 

February 26

To help profile "Spirit of the Garden", the Almonte United Church

will host a speaking event on Friday, February 26, 7 - 8 p.m. entitled Lilacs at the Central Experimental Farm.  The presentation, with photos, will include a history of lilac cultivation, including the Ottawa hybridization connection, the diversity within the species with examples from the lilacs at the Central Experimental Farm.  Horticultural society members are welcome. 

 

March

March 22 - Wildflower Gardening.

Speaker -  Sarah Coulber, Canadian Wildlife Federation.

 

April

April 10 - Spirit of the Garden

Horticultural society members and gardening enthusiasts are invited to attend the second annual Spirit of the Garden event at the Almonte United Church on Saturday, April 10, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This is a local celebration of gardening which includes exhibits, speakers, workshops and music to fill the day. Much fun.

 

April 26 - Colour in your garden through three seasons.  Includes container planting and curb appeal tips.
Speaker -  Helen Halpenny, Master Gardener.

 

May

May 15 - Plant Sale - 9 a.m. Saturday, Almonte Public Library Parking Lot

May 31 - Effective and safe herbal remedies that grow in your garden.
Speaker -  Carol McGrath, Registered Herbalist for 18 years.  She's a terrific and animated speaker who gives a hands-on type of demonstration.

 

June

June 28 - Rock Gardens - Landscaping with Alpine Plants.
Speaker -  Judy Wall, Master Gardener who operates Rock Wall Gardens in Perth.

 

July

No July meeting.

July 16 to 18 - 152nd Almonte Fair.  Show your vegetables, herbs, flowers and potted plants. 

 

August

August 23 - Culinary Feast from Your Garden
Taste testing of potluck delicacies prepared with fresh fruit, vegetables, herbs and edible flowers.  Bring your dishes, utensils and recipes.  Starts at 6:30 p.m.

Slide presentation of Arizona plants by Paula Hill and Chris Ingram.

 

September

September 27 - Communities in Bloom - How to get the community on board and looking its best. 

Speaker - Debbie Lytle, Carleton Place Horticultural Society.

 

October

October 25 - Establishing a Rock Garden.
Speaker -  Paul Pietsch, Master Gardener

 

November

November 22 - Annual Meeting - Potluck supper, awards night, and elections.  Bring your dishes, utensils and be prepared to share your recipes.  Starts at 6:30 pm. 

Slide presentation by Glen and Phyllis Dack.