Peterborough Horticultural Society

06/15/2026

06/14/2026

Right plant, right place! Thanks Griffin's Greenhouses!

Learn the zone to look for and other important information printed ...

06/14/2026

This sounds like a fun opportunity!! 🛠️🌱

🛠️ Would you like to practice some basic carpentry skills while creating learning spaces for children?⁠
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Join us on Monday, June 22 from 10 am to 1pm at Ecology Park where we will be building some small garden beds in the children’s area thats used for GreenUP's environmental programming, including our Earth Adventures summer camps.⁠
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To learn more and register, visit https://greenup.on.ca/event/raised-bed-rebuild-for-ecology-parks-childrens-area/⁠⁠⁠
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06/13/2026

06/08/2026

Very cool. 😎

A few weeks ago, we challenged you to guess what this unusual decoration is hanging on the wall in Seeds of Diversity's little office . Here's the answer!

✨ Seedy School Projects of a Century Ago ✨

During the early 20th century, up until about the 1950s, it was common throughout Canada and the U.S. for schoolchildren to collect and learn about seeds in biology and agriculture classes.

Sometimes, a class would be assigned to collect seeds from weeds and wildflowers. In rural areas, a collection of agricultural seeds (wheat, rye, flax, oilseeds, etc) might be the assignment. In every case, the students were to find local plants or sources of seeds, collect them in little glass vials, label them with common and/or scientific names, and learn about the plants along the way.

Some of these projects simply displayed the glass seed vials in their original boxes, but others like the one mounted on the wall in our office, involved the creation of a display board. The project could include woodworking, creative design, mathematics, and aspects of many other skills over and above collecting and labelling the seeds.

We don't know how many of these classroom seed collections still exist, but we're sure that they were very common 80-100 years ago.

Learn more: https://seeds.ca/d/?t=d7e2961c00004955

06/07/2026

You could be our 200th member!

We’ve hit 199 members! Help us get to 200!

Whether you're just planting your first seeds or you're a seasoned green thumb, there's something at PHS for everyone. When you join our society, your membership unlocks a garden of perks:

🌼 9 inspiring general meetings with expert speakers, door prizes, and plenty of laughs
📰 9 monthly newsletters packed with tips, tricks, and local gardening news
🏵️ Opportunities to enter flower shows and showcase your blooms
🚌 Access to fun and educational bus trips
🛍️ Year-round discounts at local gardening vendors

Let’s grow together—come see what we’re all about! 🌱💚

Visit https://peterboroughhort.com/join-us/ for details.

06/06/2026

Get ready, gardeners! 🌿
We’re thrilled to welcome our Panel of Experts to the stage on June 24th for a deep dive into Perennials, Pests & Pollinators — three things every gardener knows always keep life interesting.

This month, you’re part of the action. We’ve gathered an amazing trio of local pros:
✨ Tim Hobbs – True North Gardens
✨ Laura Gardner – Peterborough Master Gardener
✨ Liz Straszynski – Gardening educator & enthusiast

Each expert will share insights from their specialty… and then it’s your turn. We’re opening the floor for a full Q&A, so bring those burning garden questions — big, small, weird, wonderful.
Members: free! Guests: $5.

Get your questions ready — this is your chance to learn from the best! 🌸

06/06/2026

Free & Fabulous — Garden Advice! 🪴⁠
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The Peterborough & Area Master Gardeners will be at the GreenUP Ecology Park Native Plant Nursery throughout the spring and early summer to impart their plant wisdom.⁠
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When: EVERY Saturday & Sunday from May 16 to July 5, 10am - 4pm⁠
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Take advantage of this opportunity to learn from the best! Bring your questions or even photos of the space you are looking to plant in and get ready for detailed support and suggestions.⁠
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For more info, visit https://greenup.on.ca/event/garden-mentors-at-ecology-park-3/

06/05/2026

Happening next week!

June 9th: Gardening for Climate Change – James Byrne

Posted on June 1, 2026 by Brenda Ibey

As many gardeners and backyard wildlife enthusiasts across the country have noticed, climate change is already having a significant impact on our backyard habitats. James will discuss the effect of climate change on our gardens —from watering restrictions and damaging storms, to the expansion of unruly weeds and garden pests. Drawing on regenerative agricultural practices, he’ll provide recommendations for climate-proofing our home gardens.

Lakefield Marshland Centre, Hague Blvd Lakefield

Www.lakefieldhort.org

06/04/2026

Sounds like this event will be the bees’ knees!! 🐝🐝🐝🌸

Come meet the community beekeepers at the GreenUP Ecology Park apiary! 🐝⁠
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Learn about bee and hive basics, proper beekeeper equipment, and what honeybees need to stay strong throughout the seasons.⁠
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This is a FREE event. Cash donations will be accepted on site that directly support the bee program. Suggested amount $10/adult (kids free!)⁠
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There will be two Open Hive Events:⁠
• Saturday, June 20 from 4-5pm⁠
• Saturday, July 18 from 10-11am⁠
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***Note: these events will be repeats, so please only sign up for one.⁠
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To register, visit https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/open-hive-tickets-1990331288462?aff=oddtdtcreator