Come Enjoy Beautiful Gardens!
The Calgary Horticultural Society 2016 Open Gardens are coming to a neighbour- hood near you. Member Only Event *
An opportunity to visit gardens that society members have kindly agreed to share with fellow gardeners. Open Gardens listings and locations are published in Calgary Gardening membership newsletter and
Edmonton Horticultural Society Inspire, support and celebrate: more gardeners;
more gardens; more gardening for all.
From beginners to expert gardeners, our members benefit through:
informative newsletters discounts on plants and services exclusive open gardens plant exchanges and sales year-round speaker series volunteer opportunities special events
We also offer: garden competitions garden tours and more!
Join us today!
Call 780-456-3324 or visit
edmontonhort.com
promoted in Calgary Horticultural Society Members Enews.
We ask that all participants be respectful visitors to the gardens. Please do not assume pets are welcome. Not a member? Join one of Canada’s largest gardening organizations, connect with fellow Calgary gardeners, save money, receive a one-of-a-kind Calgary gardening magazine delivered directly to your door, visit mem- bers’ gardens and enjoy the benefits of member-only on-line resources.
calhort.org
The Edmonton Horticultural Society Annual Garden Tour July 16 and 17 This is the most popular event of the year and the
perfect way to spend a summer weekend in July. Tour some of the Edmonton area’s best gardens, chat with their gardeners, learn what grows here, get design and planting ideas and soak up the beauty Each year’s tour is self-guided. Your ticket will include
the gardens, their addresses with driving directions, and a brief description of what makes each garden special. Start where you choose and proceed at your own pace. The tour goes rain or shine. The gardens are chosen for quality and variety. Their
gardeners are passionate and ready to welcome visitors. Each garden has a particular charm and special features, many are award-winning gardens. This event is not to be missed if you enjoy gardens and
beautiful plants. Make a day or a weekend of it. Invite a friend or two to join you. Stop for lunch at a favou- rite restaurant along the route. Take time to really enjoy each garden. Please show your appreciation by following appropriate garden etiquette. Get your tickets early as they often sell out! Don’t be
disappointed. Tickets also available online from mid- June until July 10, while supplies last.
edmontonhort.com
Check This Out!
Canada’s Plant Hardiness Website Look up plant hardiness zone by community:
www.planthardiness.
gc.ca/?m=22&lang=en
Potential range maps for 6,303 species:
www.planthardiness.gc.ca/index. pl?m=12&p=1&lang=en
24 • Spring 2016
localgardener.net
G
r
h
o
w
i
n
g
t
o
g
e
t
e
r
s
i
n
c
9
e
1
0
9
Page 1 |
Page 2 |
Page 3 |
Page 4 |
Page 5 |
Page 6 |
Page 7 |
Page 8 |
Page 9 |
Page 10 |
Page 11 |
Page 12 |
Page 13 |
Page 14 |
Page 15 |
Page 16 |
Page 17 |
Page 18 |
Page 19 |
Page 20 |
Page 21 |
Page 22 |
Page 23 |
Page 24 |
Page 25 |
Page 26 |
Page 27 |
Page 28 |
Page 29 |
Page 30 |
Page 31 |
Page 32 |
Page 33 |
Page 34 |
Page 35 |
Page 36 |
Page 37 |
Page 38 |
Page 39 |
Page 40 |
Page 41 |
Page 42 |
Page 43 |
Page 44 |
Page 45 |
Page 46 |
Page 47 |
Page 48