The Guelph Horticultural Society...

is one of 13 societies in District 7 of the Ontario Horticultural Association (OHA). Meetings are held on the fourth Tuesday of the month at Dublin Street United Church in Guelph, ON. Unless otherwise indicated, meetings start with announcements at 7:30 pm, followed by a speaker on current and relevant horticultural topics, at 8 pm

Our Mission

~ encourage a love for horticulture
~ encourage the cultivation of home gardens and vacant spaces
~ promote conservation
~ promote and assist in plans for civic improvements and beautification of the natural environment
~ interest youth in horticulture

Become a Member Today

$20.00 for a full-year membership
Fellowship with other gardeners
8 monthly meetings with excellent speakers and delicious refreshments
Discounts at selected nurseries
Bus tours, workshops and demonstrations
Flower/horticultural shows with cash rewards

Join The GHS

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers have been vital to keeping Guelph beautiful for over one hundred years. You can make a difference by volunteering today. The GHS needs volunteers to keep the Societies legacy alive.

Volunteer opportunities include:

Joining the Board of Directors
City beautification projects
Flower shows
Garden tour
Plant sale
Mentoring

This Month's Meeting

Tuesday, May 26^{th @}7:30 pm
General Meeting and Mini Show
Speaker: Shannon Westwood
Topic: "Riverside Park Floral Clock"
Hear about the important floral attraction that has been part of the City and Riverside Park for over 125 years.

Shannon Westwood is a passionate horticulturist whose connection to Riverside Park began during her high school co-op placement, where she first gained hands-on experience working in its gardens. Inspired by that early opportunity, she went on to graduate with honours from Niagara College’s Horticulture Technician program and has since built several years of experience with the City of Guelph’s horticulture team.

Shannon has played a key role in maintaining and enhancing Riverside Gardens, including work on the iconic Riverside Clock Garden, one of the park’s most recognized features where she contributes to the seasonal planting and detailed upkeep that keeps the display looking its best for visitors. Her work reflects both a strong technical skill set and a personal connection to the site, having grown from student to steward of one of the city’s signature horticultural pieces.

Speaker Series

Annual Garden Tour

Every year, the GHS search through the many gardens that grace the back and front yards of our neighbours to select those gardens that provide a new and unique perspective. Usually 8 or 9 are picked to be showcased. For this year’s tour information click on the button below.

Garden Showcase

Meetings and Mini Shows

The GHS holds Society meeting and Mini Shows throught the year. To see our meeting shedule, click on the button below

Meeting Schedule

Events

The GHS holds Society special events throught the year. To see our events shedule, click on the button below

Events Schedule

Next Event

Garden Showcase

Tuesday, June 14^th
See the "Current Tour Information" page for more information

Garden Tour Information

Guelph Horticultural Society Indigenous Territorial Acknowledgement

The land we cultivate today, and all of Turtle Island, has been under the stewardship of Indigenous peoples, and has been the site of Indigenous tilling for over a thousand years. The Guelph Horticultural Society recognizes that the land we work on is ancestral land of the First Peoples and the treaty lands and territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit. We offer respect to the First Nation, Inuit, and Metis peoples of this land - past, present and future. We recognize the significance of the Dish with One Spoon Treaty, an old treaty that encourages us to take what we need, leave enough for future generations and keep the dish clean. From this treaty we understand our role in preserving the habitats for the future of all living species. We are grateful for the knowledge of native plants that our Indigenous people share with us. We are grateful and honoured to have the opportunity to gather, celebrate, learn and cultivate this land.