Area News
CLOCA Rain Barrels
17/05/12 11:01 PM
Orders are now being taken for a Saturday June 16, 2012 pickup date. Distribution will be from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Purple Woods Conservation Area 38 Coates Road East, Oshawa. No household limits and no residency requirements are imposed; however, only barrels ordered in advance are guaranteed to be available.
Each rain barrel comes fully equipped with a leaf and mosquito filter basket, an overflow adaptor that permits multiple barrels to be connected in series, 1.2m of overflow hose and a spigot that attaches directly to a garden hose. The price is $50 per barrel. (Additional overflow hose can also be purchased if required.)
Order your barrel online here.
Buy Now (use your debit or credit card to pay online now) OR
Cash-on-Pickup (reserve a barrel and pay in cash at the sale event)
Call Cathy Grant at 905-579-0411 ext. 108 for information not available on the website or if you need assistance with online ordering.
Bring your receipt to Purple Woods Conservation Area, 38 Coates Rd. East, Oshawa Heritage Hall to pick up your barrels.
Raymond Evison on Guernsey Clematis
16/04/12 05:17 PM
Date: Sunday, April 29th, from 1:00pm – 3:00pm.
Raymond will be giving a talk at the Toronto Botanical Gardens in Toronto.
The first part of the talk will be on new varieties, the second part on the general care of Clematis.
A 45 minute talk followed by questions.
A great chance to meet Raymond for all Clematis lovers.
Entrance Fee: $5.00. Cash only, at the door.
RSVP
p.keeping@sympatico.ca
905-697-7842
Raymond will be giving a talk at the Toronto Botanical Gardens in Toronto.
The first part of the talk will be on new varieties, the second part on the general care of Clematis.
A 45 minute talk followed by questions.
A great chance to meet Raymond for all Clematis lovers.
Entrance Fee: $5.00. Cash only, at the door.
RSVP
p.keeping@sympatico.ca
905-697-7842
Jane’s Walks Come to Oshawa in May
15/04/12 01:26 PM
from member Sally
Jane’s Walks Come to Oshawa - May 5 & 6, 2012
(Check Club Calendar for updates)
“Not TV or illegal drugs but the automobile has been the chief destroyer of American communities.” ― Jane Jacobs, The Dark Age Ahead
Jane Jacobs was born in the US in 1916 and she worked as a writer throughout her life. She moved to Toronto in 1968 due to her concern about the Vietnam War and her draft-age sons. Throughout her life, she fought the construction of highways that would cut towns in half. She was like the mouse who roared.
As a writer, housewife, mother and grandmother, she single-handedly revolutionized urban planning. She believed in communities for people planned by the people. Because of Jacobs, many distressed urban neighbourhoods throughout North America are more likely to be gentrified today than bulldozed for redevelopment. Jacobs believed that the “walkability” of a city was its main strength. The City of Toronto proclaimed Friday May 4, 2007, as Jane Jacobs Day in Toronto. Since then, people impassioned by their neighbourhoods have been holding Jane’s Walks throughout the world in 75 cities and 15 countries. The prestigious Rockefeller Foundation created the Jane Jacobs Medal in 2007, "to recognize individuals who have made a significant contribution to thinking about urban design in New York City". Most of all, Jane taught us to open our eyes.
This year the City of Oshawa will be participating in Jane’s Walks on May 5 and 6. The Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens has been suggested as one of the sites for a walk. If you would be interested in helping put together a guided walk (1 to 2 hours in length) of the OVBG please .
See janeswalks.net for more info.
Jane’s Walks Come to Oshawa - May 5 & 6, 2012
(Check Club Calendar for updates)
Jane Jacobs was born in the US in 1916 and she worked as a writer throughout her life. She moved to Toronto in 1968 due to her concern about the Vietnam War and her draft-age sons. Throughout her life, she fought the construction of highways that would cut towns in half. She was like the mouse who roared.
As a writer, housewife, mother and grandmother, she single-handedly revolutionized urban planning. She believed in communities for people planned by the people. Because of Jacobs, many distressed urban neighbourhoods throughout North America are more likely to be gentrified today than bulldozed for redevelopment. Jacobs believed that the “walkability” of a city was its main strength. The City of Toronto proclaimed Friday May 4, 2007, as Jane Jacobs Day in Toronto. Since then, people impassioned by their neighbourhoods have been holding Jane’s Walks throughout the world in 75 cities and 15 countries. The prestigious Rockefeller Foundation created the Jane Jacobs Medal in 2007, "to recognize individuals who have made a significant contribution to thinking about urban design in New York City". Most of all, Jane taught us to open our eyes.
This year the City of Oshawa will be participating in Jane’s Walks on May 5 and 6. The Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens has been suggested as one of the sites for a walk. If you would be interested in helping put together a guided walk (1 to 2 hours in length) of the OVBG please .
See janeswalks.net for more info.
Hearth Place Plant Sale
14/04/12 03:51 PM
Date: May 26, 2012: 8:30 am to 1 pm
Join the Artists in the Garden Committee on Saturday, May 26, 2012 for their 2nd Annual Plant Sale in the parking lot of Hearth Place Cancer Support Centre.
A variety of plants including perennials, annuals, herbs and veggie plants are available for sale. Most plants will range in price from $1.00 to $5.00 depending on size. For more information about the sale and Artists in the Garden, visit www.hearthplace.org for details.
Organization: Hearth Place Cancer Support Centre
Location: 86 Colborne St., W., Oshawa map
Contact Name: Artists in the Garden Committee
Phone: 905-579-4833
Email: artists.inthegarden@gmail.com
Join the Artists in the Garden Committee on Saturday, May 26, 2012 for their 2nd Annual Plant Sale in the parking lot of Hearth Place Cancer Support Centre.
A variety of plants including perennials, annuals, herbs and veggie plants are available for sale. Most plants will range in price from $1.00 to $5.00 depending on size. For more information about the sale and Artists in the Garden, visit www.hearthplace.org for details.
Organization: Hearth Place Cancer Support Centre
Location: 86 Colborne St., W., Oshawa map
Contact Name: Artists in the Garden Committee
Phone: 905-579-4833
Email: artists.inthegarden@gmail.com
Newcastle's Community Garden Project
14/04/12 03:38 PM
The Newcastle Horticultural Society is looking for donations of "named" plants for their community hall garden. The building was built by the Massey family in 1922 and the community has plans to raise funds to improve things.
Read about their plans here and perhaps donate plants or more to help.
Read about their plans here and perhaps donate plants or more to help.
Touring with Toronto Botanical Garden
14/04/12 10:28 AM
NEW 2012: DEEPEST PARKDALE TOUR - BOOK TODAY!
New and for a limited few months only, is a tour of the personal garden of a remarkable plantsman Barry Parker.
This special tour offers a combination of both the “hort” and the “culture” in horticulture.
Horticulture: Visit the personal garden of remarkable plantsman Barry Parker. This exquisite city garden is an ode to Barry’s passion for plants and a lifetime of inspiration. Among the many gems to be discovered are trough gardens to miniature plant vignettes, as well as rare and unusual native plants.
Horticulture: The Tour also provides an opportunity to explore Parkdale: A neighbourhood full of history and character. Learn about Parkdale’s interesting history and discover some architectural gems including a charming Edwardian Mews “the narrowest street in the city.”
Also included is discounted shopping at nearby Kuda, Canada ’s leading retailer in exotic solid wood furniture and accessories from South East Asia . Kuda’s 20,000 sq’ showroom is filled with a large selection of furniture and accessories for the home and garden.
Finish your tour with a prix fixe lunch ($25) in the relaxing and stylish surroundings of the historic Gladstone Hotel.
Visiting Toronto ? We would be happy to combine this tour with other nominally priced tours to create a tour package to fit your needs.
Each tour is conducted by our friendly, knowledgeable and fully trained guides who will make your visit truly memorable. All our tours are informative and engaging and are designed to help experts and novice gardener’s alike gain a greater understanding of plants, the natural landscape, landscape design and the history of these unique gardens.
We offer tours in English, and, with enough advance notice, we can arrange to bring a guide with your group to provide a simultaneous translation of our knowledgeable tour guide’s talk in: French, German, Italian, Persian, Kurdu, Russian, Hebrew, Mandarin and Cantonese.
Toronto Botanical Garden is a Registered Charity and is situated in Edwards Gardens at the corner of Lawrence Avenue and Leslie Streets.
Booking: Deepest Parkdale tours are only available once a week from May until end of September 2012. For prices, packages and booking information, please visit http://www.torontobotanicalgarden.ca/tours/overview.htm ; call 416 397 4145 or email tourguides@torontobotanicalgarden.ca
New and for a limited few months only, is a tour of the personal garden of a remarkable plantsman Barry Parker.
This special tour offers a combination of both the “hort” and the “culture” in horticulture.
Horticulture: Visit the personal garden of remarkable plantsman Barry Parker. This exquisite city garden is an ode to Barry’s passion for plants and a lifetime of inspiration. Among the many gems to be discovered are trough gardens to miniature plant vignettes, as well as rare and unusual native plants.
Horticulture: The Tour also provides an opportunity to explore Parkdale: A neighbourhood full of history and character. Learn about Parkdale’s interesting history and discover some architectural gems including a charming Edwardian Mews “the narrowest street in the city.”
Also included is discounted shopping at nearby Kuda, Canada ’s leading retailer in exotic solid wood furniture and accessories from South East Asia . Kuda’s 20,000 sq’ showroom is filled with a large selection of furniture and accessories for the home and garden.
Finish your tour with a prix fixe lunch ($25) in the relaxing and stylish surroundings of the historic Gladstone Hotel.
Visiting Toronto ? We would be happy to combine this tour with other nominally priced tours to create a tour package to fit your needs.
Each tour is conducted by our friendly, knowledgeable and fully trained guides who will make your visit truly memorable. All our tours are informative and engaging and are designed to help experts and novice gardener’s alike gain a greater understanding of plants, the natural landscape, landscape design and the history of these unique gardens.
We offer tours in English, and, with enough advance notice, we can arrange to bring a guide with your group to provide a simultaneous translation of our knowledgeable tour guide’s talk in: French, German, Italian, Persian, Kurdu, Russian, Hebrew, Mandarin and Cantonese.
Toronto Botanical Garden is a Registered Charity and is situated in Edwards Gardens at the corner of Lawrence Avenue and Leslie Streets.
Booking: Deepest Parkdale tours are only available once a week from May until end of September 2012. For prices, packages and booking information, please visit http://www.torontobotanicalgarden.ca/tours/overview.htm ; call 416 397 4145 or email tourguides@torontobotanicalgarden.ca
Job Opportunity: Loblaws
14/04/12 10:22 AM
For the past 20 years the Ontario Horticultural Society and Loblaws have partnered on a project that sees a community member with horticultural experience providing information on plants and planting to the customers at the Loblaw Garden Centre. This is a paid position. The candidate is not expected to have any cash register responsibilities as part of the job.
Location: Bowmanville Loblaws (2375 Hwy. 2)
Timelines: Thursday May 3 to Sunday June 24
Thursdays: 11 am – 7 pm or 10 am to 6 pm at the discretion of the store manager
Fridays: 11 am – 7 pm or 10 am to 6 pm at the discretion of the store manager
Saturday: 9 am – 5 pm
Sunday: 9 am – 5 pm
Contact for more info.
Location: Bowmanville Loblaws (2375 Hwy. 2)
Timelines: Thursday May 3 to Sunday June 24
Thursdays: 11 am – 7 pm or 10 am to 6 pm at the discretion of the store manager
Fridays: 11 am – 7 pm or 10 am to 6 pm at the discretion of the store manager
Saturday: 9 am – 5 pm
Sunday: 9 am – 5 pm
Contact for more info.
Kingsway Greenhouse Patio Planter Workshops
31/03/12 11:37 AM
Create Your Own Special Patio Planters: Join Kingsway Greenhouse Patio Planter Workshops This Spring
Get to the Greenhouse this spring, and make your own unique flower or herb planters. Staff will help you with everything you need to know, then supply all the plants and materials required for your planter. This year, Kingsway is offering workshops for planters through three seasons, as well as an edible herb patio planter. Have beautiful flowers for your porch or patio for early Spring, Summer, and Fall!
WELCOME SPRING
Easter Planters: Plant Tulips, Daffodils and other Spring flowers in bloom, for fresh colour in early Spring.
SUMMER COLOUR
Annuals: Make a 12” patio urn insert full of colour for summer. Learn secrets of using colour to make it special… create pots with panache!
EDIBLE HERBS
Fill a patio container with a special combination of gourmet herbs, to use all summer… or plant a ‘salad in a pot’!
For more information on these workshops and how to register, go here.
Get to the Greenhouse this spring, and make your own unique flower or herb planters. Staff will help you with everything you need to know, then supply all the plants and materials required for your planter. This year, Kingsway is offering workshops for planters through three seasons, as well as an edible herb patio planter. Have beautiful flowers for your porch or patio for early Spring, Summer, and Fall!
WELCOME SPRING
Easter Planters: Plant Tulips, Daffodils and other Spring flowers in bloom, for fresh colour in early Spring.
- Wed. March 28, 6:30p.m.
- Sun. April 1, 1:30 p.m.
- Thurs. April 5, 6:30 p.m.
- Sun. April 8 and Mon. April 9, 1:30 p.m.
SUMMER COLOUR
Annuals: Make a 12” patio urn insert full of colour for summer. Learn secrets of using colour to make it special… create pots with panache!
- Wed. April 11, 6:30
- Wed. April 18, 1:30
- Thurs. April 19, 6:30
- Sun. April 15 & 22, 1:30
- Mother’s Day: May 13, 1:30
EDIBLE HERBS
Fill a patio container with a special combination of gourmet herbs, to use all summer… or plant a ‘salad in a pot’!
- Sun. May 6, 1:30
- Thurs. May 3, 6:30
- Wed. May 9, 1:30
For more information on these workshops and how to register, go here.
Sacajawea Tours - British Gardens 2012
31/03/12 11:37 AM
Sacajawea Tours - British Gardens 2012
SUSSEX SURREY & KENT: April 27- May 4:
This tour and the following can be done back to back. Gardens to include: Nymans, Great Dixter, Sissinghurst, Perch Hill Farm: Sarah Raven’s Cutting Garden, Denman’s Garden
COTSWOLDS & WILTSHIRE: May 4- May 11:
Gardens to include: Hidcote and Kiftsgate, Buscot Park, Sudley Castle, Rodmarton, Westonbirton Arboretum and Iford Manor
SUSSEX SURREY & KENT: Sept 21 – Oct 5:
This tour will include gardens from our first spring tour along with others spectacular in autumn.
more information
Peony Festival
31/03/12 10:36 AM
The City of Oshawa is proud to present the 8th annual Peony Festival. Located in the heart of the beautiful Oshawa Valleyview Botanical Gardens, this free event displays 300 types of Peonies in the gardens and 100 more in Children's Arena. Artisans, live music, food, gardening seminars, community displays and more are all part of this wonderful flower festival.
Join us June 16 and 17, 2012 for the Peony Festival featuring:
One of Canada’s largest contemporary peony collections
Over 300 varieties in the gardens
Canadian Peony Society’s judged Peony Show
Garden inspired works by painters, sculptures and artisans
Trails and gardens along the Oshawa Creek Valley
Expert advice and demonstrations
Musical entertainment and cultural performances
Silent Auction
Delectable fare from local restaurants
10 am to 4 pm
155 Arena Street, Oshawa, ON
Free Admission to the Gardens!
more information
Join us June 16 and 17, 2012 for the Peony Festival featuring:
One of Canada’s largest contemporary peony collections
Over 300 varieties in the gardens
Canadian Peony Society’s judged Peony Show
Garden inspired works by painters, sculptures and artisans
Trails and gardens along the Oshawa Creek Valley
Expert advice and demonstrations
Musical entertainment and cultural performances
Silent Auction
Delectable fare from local restaurants
10 am to 4 pm
155 Arena Street, Oshawa, ON
Free Admission to the Gardens!
more information
Floriade, the World Horticultural Exhibition
31/03/12 08:09 AM
Of general interest to club members…
April 5 - October 7, 2012 - Venlo, The Netherlands
Held once every ten years, Floriade, the World Horticultural Expo, is the leading showcase for Dutch horticulture, providing a wealth of interest for the horticulturally minded and a colourful and uplifting experience.
Covering a vast area of specially landscaped woodland near Venlo in the province of North Limburg, close to the German border, Floriade 2012 comprises five separate areas, linked by tree-lined avenues, each with its own theme. These are Relax Green Engine, which demonstrates how horticulture is an important economic engine and supplier of green energy; Education Environment, which shows how living and working in a green environment improves our quality of life; and finally World Show Stage, which promises to provide some of the liveliest exhibits, celebrating the myriad connections between nature and culture around the world.
April 5 - October 7, 2012 - Venlo, The Netherlands
Held once every ten years, Floriade, the World Horticultural Expo, is the leading showcase for Dutch horticulture, providing a wealth of interest for the horticulturally minded and a colourful and uplifting experience.
Covering a vast area of specially landscaped woodland near Venlo in the province of North Limburg, close to the German border, Floriade 2012 comprises five separate areas, linked by tree-lined avenues, each with its own theme. These are Relax Green Engine, which demonstrates how horticulture is an important economic engine and supplier of green energy; Education Environment, which shows how living and working in a green environment improves our quality of life; and finally World Show Stage, which promises to provide some of the liveliest exhibits, celebrating the myriad connections between nature and culture around the world.
Seed Swap & Get Growing!
18/03/12 03:54 PM
The Brooklin Horticultural Society
Mark Cullen, one of Canada's most public garden personalities, will speak on "Gardening Tips, Tricks and Trends for Ontario Gardeners" on March 28 (see club calendar).
The meeting starts at 7:30PM at the Brooklin United Church on Cassels Road East in Brooklin, but go early for refreshments and to get some draw tickets. In exchange for non-perishable food donations, Mark will give you his book on organic gardening. Since this is Seed Swap meeting, you are welcome to bring or take away some seeds, tubers, rhizomes or plant cuttings from the Seed Swap table.
Mark Cullen, one of Canada's most public garden personalities, will speak on "Gardening Tips, Tricks and Trends for Ontario Gardeners" on March 28 (see club calendar).
The meeting starts at 7:30PM at the Brooklin United Church on Cassels Road East in Brooklin, but go early for refreshments and to get some draw tickets. In exchange for non-perishable food donations, Mark will give you his book on organic gardening. Since this is Seed Swap meeting, you are welcome to bring or take away some seeds, tubers, rhizomes or plant cuttings from the Seed Swap table.
Oshawa Mayor gives 10 reasons why Oshawa is not the middle of nowhere
18/03/12 03:28 PM
Toronto Star article: As far as tourism slogans go, “Oshawa: Middle of nowhere” is pretty bleak. But that’s what the city was saddled with when Canadian singer Jann Arden had a tiff with VIA Rail this past weekend.
Asked to leave the Ottawa-bound train with her contraband dog, she disembarked in Oshawa. Instead of using the city’s “prepare to be amazed” slogan, she called it “the middle of nowhere” on Twitter.
Arden has since apologized, saying she was referring to the “10 acres of parking lot” that greeted her.
Certainly, she’d feel differently if she was let off downtown. They have free 30-minute parking at city hall, Mayor John Henry gives out Oh Henry! bars as business cards and bureaucrats smile as you walk by.
In his office, Henry said “everything” is overlooked when people think about Oshawa. Here are, in no particular order, the mayor’s 10 reasons to visit the city. read more
Asked to leave the Ottawa-bound train with her contraband dog, she disembarked in Oshawa. Instead of using the city’s “prepare to be amazed” slogan, she called it “the middle of nowhere” on Twitter.
Arden has since apologized, saying she was referring to the “10 acres of parking lot” that greeted her.
Certainly, she’d feel differently if she was let off downtown. They have free 30-minute parking at city hall, Mayor John Henry gives out Oh Henry! bars as business cards and bureaucrats smile as you walk by.
In his office, Henry said “everything” is overlooked when people think about Oshawa. Here are, in no particular order, the mayor’s 10 reasons to visit the city. read more
When will Mr. Kent’s tulip arrive?
18/03/12 02:26 PM
Toronto Star article: Anticipation builds for Clement Kent, an avid Toronto tulip gardener. Over the years he estimates that he has planted thousands of bulbs in his garden and predicts that the unusually mild winter means that his tulips will flower much earlier.
The dappling sunlight and the surprising warmth of an early March day settle upon Clement Kent as they settle upon his garden.
The duns and greys have already given way to washed-blue crocuses and the nodding heads of piercingly white snowdrops, while a seductively fragrant witch hazel has been in spidery golden bloom since January.
Quite fantastic, really. And, as Mr. Kent points out, fantastically odd. read more
The dappling sunlight and the surprising warmth of an early March day settle upon Clement Kent as they settle upon his garden.
The duns and greys have already given way to washed-blue crocuses and the nodding heads of piercingly white snowdrops, while a seductively fragrant witch hazel has been in spidery golden bloom since January.
Quite fantastic, really. And, as Mr. Kent points out, fantastically odd. read more
Name That Plant - Sheridan Nurseries
18/03/12 01:35 PM
Sheridan Nurseries will be celebrating their 100th anniversary in 2013 and are excited to be releasing some new cultivars to the horticultural marketplace.
They would like to invite club members to participate in their 100th Anniversary Plant Naming Contest. There is a $1000 gift certificate to be won and a chance to be part of horticultural history!
For contest rules and to enter:
http://www.sheridannurseries.com/events_and_locations/name_the_plant_contest
They would like to invite club members to participate in their 100th Anniversary Plant Naming Contest. There is a $1000 gift certificate to be won and a chance to be part of horticultural history!
For contest rules and to enter:
http://www.sheridannurseries.com/events_and_locations/name_the_plant_contest
Durham College and Parkwood Announce a New Partnership
14/03/12 12:23 AM
Durham College and Parkwood National Historic Site (Parkwood) have announced a new partnership that will see them work together to develop and deliver educational curricula for the college’s new two-year Horticulture Technician diploma program, which is offered through the School of Science & Engineering Technology and launching in September 2012. more information
The 1812 Rose on Sale Until March 15
13/03/12 11:29 PM
The venue will be Niagara College at the Niagara on the Lake campus. District 9 committees began meeting in 2008 to begin planning for this event. The date is August 17 to 19, 2012 (check the Club Calendar for more info.). The theme is "Gardening Then and Now 1812 - 2012".
This is the beginning of the three year Bicentennial Celebration of the War of 1812. Many events are scheduled to coincide with this event.
District 9 is especially excited about their fundraiser which will be the sale of a rose hybridized especially for this event. It is a red rose and very disease resistant. Palatine Roses in Niagara on the Lake will be the grower for this rose. There was a contest to name this rose and it is called The 1812 Rose. Plantings at Niagara College showcase this gorgeous rose.
Order Form for the 1812 Rose
OHA's Spring Trillium
27/02/12 08:54 PM
from Linda Hugli, Trillium Editor
Greetings All,
This month's issue is chock full of important information and inspiring articles thanks to OHA Board members, Society Presidents and Members, and friends of OHA throughout the province.
Instead of attaching the pdf (a problem for those on dialup), I've published the Spring Trillium on a website, where you can virtually thumb through it without having to download it. Use your mouse to zoom in and out. Leave a comment. You can Bookmark the link below, or save it to your 'Favourites' so that you can go back to it any time. Please let me know what you think of this little experiment. Of course, we will also post and archive this issue on www.gardenontario.org.
http://issuu.com/lindahugli/docs/spring_trillium_2012_merged
Happy Reading!
Linda
Greetings All,
This month's issue is chock full of important information and inspiring articles thanks to OHA Board members, Society Presidents and Members, and friends of OHA throughout the province.
Instead of attaching the pdf (a problem for those on dialup), I've published the Spring Trillium on a website, where you can virtually thumb through it without having to download it. Use your mouse to zoom in and out. Leave a comment. You can Bookmark the link below, or save it to your 'Favourites' so that you can go back to it any time. Please let me know what you think of this little experiment. Of course, we will also post and archive this issue on www.gardenontario.org.
http://issuu.com/lindahugli/docs/spring_trillium_2012_merged
Happy Reading!
Linda
Invasive Pest Update: Brown Marmorated Stink Bug
27/02/12 08:08 PM
New invasive Bug in Ontario – The Brown Marmorated Stink Bug is a new invasive pest in Ontario & has been confirmed in Hamilton.
This new pest has the potential to create devastating crop losses and damage many ornamental plants as well. Its range currently includes 33 of the US states.
The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture is asking home gardeners to assist in tracking this pest. There are numerous look-alike stink bugs and squash bugs, so positive identification is necessary.
What is it?
An invasive pest, migrating north from the US. Additional photos and details are available at OMAFRA (Ontario Ministry of Agriculture) and on this fact sheet.
Why is it a problem?
It has the potential to destroy many commercial food crops in addition to a large variety of ornamentals. It may become a significant indoor pest as temperatures cool in autumn. It is resistant to many chemical insecticides.
Where is it?
It is currently found in 33 states. The first suspected sighting in Ontario occurred recently in the Hamilton area. Home gardeners generally see new pests before they become apparent to commercial growers. This is why reporting is important.
What to do?
1. Capture specimens in a jar.
2. Note which plants are affected, and the type of damage.
3. Compare the specimen’s to photos on OMAFRA’s website: http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/crops/insects/bmsb-resources.html
4. Report it to Master Gardeners - Durham Chapter.
Tracking this pest is essential for OMAFRA to develop a management strategy. Your cooperation is invaluable.
This new pest has the potential to create devastating crop losses and damage many ornamental plants as well. Its range currently includes 33 of the US states.
The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture is asking home gardeners to assist in tracking this pest. There are numerous look-alike stink bugs and squash bugs, so positive identification is necessary.
What is it?
An invasive pest, migrating north from the US. Additional photos and details are available at OMAFRA (Ontario Ministry of Agriculture) and on this fact sheet.
Why is it a problem?
It has the potential to destroy many commercial food crops in addition to a large variety of ornamentals. It may become a significant indoor pest as temperatures cool in autumn. It is resistant to many chemical insecticides.
Where is it?
It is currently found in 33 states. The first suspected sighting in Ontario occurred recently in the Hamilton area. Home gardeners generally see new pests before they become apparent to commercial growers. This is why reporting is important.
What to do?
1. Capture specimens in a jar.
2. Note which plants are affected, and the type of damage.
3. Compare the specimen’s to photos on OMAFRA’s website: http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/crops/insects/bmsb-resources.html
4. Report it to Master Gardeners - Durham Chapter.
Tracking this pest is essential for OMAFRA to develop a management strategy. Your cooperation is invaluable.
Celebrating the African-Canadian Gardeners Among Us
15/02/12 10:08 PM
by member and Greenleaf Editor Sally Grande
Aku Dunyo Richter was born in a small village called Dagbamete ( “dag-ba-me-tey” ), which is about 2 hours east of Accra, the capital of Ghana on the west coast of Africa. In a story originally printed in the February 2009 Greenleaf, we learned that Aku married Conrad Richter, of Richters Herbs in Uxbridge, and came to Canada in 1996. The couple have three children: daughter, Emma, and sons, Kofi and Kwaku. Aku is the Greenhouse Manager in the family business, while Conrad looks after the business planning, computer operations, Richters’ web presence, marketing and research. Together, they make a terrific “green team”. Aku retains much of the botanical knowledge entrusted to her by her father, a recognized expert in regional botany and herbal remedies. Although coming to Canada was quite a shock, she has flourished and has adapted her botanical knowledge to fit Durham’s climate. Aku still finds time to pursue her love of dance and occasionally she performs in the community. In December 2011, Aku danced in a production of the Wizard of Oz at the Danforth Theatre in Toronto.
Richters Seminar: Farm Your Backyard!
07/02/12 05:42 AM
Free Seminar: Farm Your Backyard!
Spring is coming! Richters Herbs presents Arlene Hazzan Green, The Backyard Urban Farm Company
Date & Time: February 12, 2012: 2-3pm
Place: Richters: Map & Directions
Arlene Hazzan Green will show you how to turn your backyard into an oasis of healthy food -- a verdant picture of fresh veggies and herbs growing in raised beds and planters. You will learn how to build, plant and maintain beautiful and durable raised organic vegetable beds. Arlene is an urban farmer and television director with one foot in the dirt and one in high heels. Along with her husband Marc Green she founded The Backyard Urban Farm Company with the goal of igniting people’s passion for growing their own food. Together they design, install and maintain organic vegetable gardens in homes, schools and businesses in the Greater Toronto Area.
Spring is coming! Richters Herbs presents Arlene Hazzan Green, The Backyard Urban Farm Company
Date & Time: February 12, 2012: 2-3pm
Place: Richters: Map & Directions
Arlene Hazzan Green will show you how to turn your backyard into an oasis of healthy food -- a verdant picture of fresh veggies and herbs growing in raised beds and planters. You will learn how to build, plant and maintain beautiful and durable raised organic vegetable beds. Arlene is an urban farmer and television director with one foot in the dirt and one in high heels. Along with her husband Marc Green she founded The Backyard Urban Farm Company with the goal of igniting people’s passion for growing their own food. Together they design, install and maintain organic vegetable gardens in homes, schools and businesses in the Greater Toronto Area.
Richters Seminar: How to Plant a Vegetable Garden
07/02/12 05:14 AM
Special Free Full Day Seminar: How to Plant a Vegetable Garden
Spring is coming! Richters Herbs presents Marjorie Mason Hogue of Mason House Gardens
Date & Time: February 25, 2012: 10am-3pm
Place: Richters: Map & Directions
If you have never opened a seed packet or staked a tomato, Marjorie’s easy approach will get you on the right path right away.
This is a day-long event covering all aspects of vegetable gardening, from planning and plotting, planting and watering, to maintenance and harvest. You will learn when to start planning your garden, and how to allocate space for the veggies you want to grow. You’ll learn which seeds need to be started early and which can be sown later. You’ll learn how to sow, how to transplant, and how to care for veggie seedlings until they are ready to plant out in the garden. You’ll learn how prepare your garden for planting and how to improve the soil with compost. Marjorie will even cover companion planting and how plants can help each other to repel pests.
If you ever wanted to learn how to garden from a professional here is your opportunity! Marjorie has been a popular fixture on the local gardening scene for over 30 years. She and her son own and operate a specialty nursery near Uxbridge, Ontario (masonhousegardens.com). She also hosts a weekly radio program, Let’s Get Growing, and she is the author of an acclaimed book, Amazing Annuals. Bring your own bagged lunch. Refreshments will be served.
Spring is coming! Richters Herbs presents Marjorie Mason Hogue of Mason House Gardens
Date & Time: February 25, 2012: 10am-3pm
Place: Richters: Map & Directions
This is a day-long event covering all aspects of vegetable gardening, from planning and plotting, planting and watering, to maintenance and harvest. You will learn when to start planning your garden, and how to allocate space for the veggies you want to grow. You’ll learn which seeds need to be started early and which can be sown later. You’ll learn how to sow, how to transplant, and how to care for veggie seedlings until they are ready to plant out in the garden. You’ll learn how prepare your garden for planting and how to improve the soil with compost. Marjorie will even cover companion planting and how plants can help each other to repel pests.
If you ever wanted to learn how to garden from a professional here is your opportunity! Marjorie has been a popular fixture on the local gardening scene for over 30 years. She and her son own and operate a specialty nursery near Uxbridge, Ontario (masonhousegardens.com). She also hosts a weekly radio program, Let’s Get Growing, and she is the author of an acclaimed book, Amazing Annuals. Bring your own bagged lunch. Refreshments will be served.
Durham Region Compost Giveaway
05/02/12 01:07 PM
Mark this on your calendar:
To thank the community for its participation in The Regional Municipality of Durham's organics collection programs, residents are invited in April to pick up compost to use on their lawns and gardens, free of charge. See Club Calendar for Oshawa: April 28, 2012.
more information
To thank the community for its participation in The Regional Municipality of Durham's organics collection programs, residents are invited in April to pick up compost to use on their lawns and gardens, free of charge. See Club Calendar for Oshawa: April 28, 2012.
more information
Digital Art Gallery Image of the Year
05/02/12 12:33 PM
Jackie writes the following about her winning photo: I picked this milkweed pod and brought it indoors to see what would happen. To my amazement it opened up and was ready to spread the seeds as if it was left in the wild. I was careful not to touch any of the seeds and photographed it indoors using a white wall as a background. Since it was on a white background it was a perfect candidate to add textures. I liked the effect as it looked like the seed pods were floating in clouds or blowing in the wind. I still have it and I am hoping to sprout the seeds and maybe attract some Monarch butterflies this year.
Congratulations, Jackie!
District 17 Photographic Competition
05/02/12 12:25 PM
Photographic Competition April 28, 2012, hosted by Cannington Horticultural Society
1. This competition is open to all paid up members of OHA District 17, Durham.
2. Exhibitors may enter one print per class.
3. The exhibitor must take all entries.
4. Prints must be digital or film in origin. Photographs to include natural and horticultural subjects.
5. Prints to be taken during the last 24 months (from date of entry deadline).
7. Names of exhibitors and winners will be posted with the AGM Photographic Competition display.
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1. This competition is open to all paid up members of OHA District 17, Durham.
2. Exhibitors may enter one print per class.
3. The exhibitor must take all entries.
4. Prints must be digital or film in origin. Photographs to include natural and horticultural subjects.
5. Prints to be taken during the last 24 months (from date of entry deadline).
7. Names of exhibitors and winners will be posted with the AGM Photographic Competition display.
more information
District 17 AGM and Flower Show
05/02/12 12:04 PM
On behalf of the Ontario Horticultural Association District 17, Cannington Horticultural Society Invites you to THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING AND FLOWER SHOW When: April 28, 2012
Where: McCaskill’s Mills Public School, 85 Albert St, Cannington, ON L0E 1E0
Time: 9:30 am
Entry Fee: $25.00
Guest Speaker: Trish Symons
Morning Presentation: The Joys and Hazards of a Large Country Garden
Afternoon Presentation: Floral Design - A demonstration on conditioning and the creation of two designs.
PLEASE JOIN US AS WE LOOK “Beyond the Garden Gate”
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Humber Nurseries Exclusive Offer to OGC Members
05/02/12 08:08 AM
Humber Nurseries is offering discounts for Oshawa Garden Club members. Your current membership card and a form available at the meetings is necessary for this sale. Here’s a link to they’re Brampton location.
Commemoration of the War of 1812 - Plant Red Geraniums!
01/02/12 09:16 PM
During 2012, as a reminder of the Commemoration of the War of 1812, organizers are asking communities and residents to plant Red Geraniums as an acknowledgement of the sacrifices and losses suffered during the defence of what would become Canada.
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Historic Gardens Showcase 2012
28/01/12 11:32 AM
The National Historic Sites Alliance for Ontario (NHSAO), along with Parkwood NHS and Gardens Ontario Coalition, has embarked on a project to showcase Ontario’s historic gardens in 2012 – with the aim of promoting collaboration amongst these gardens and capitalizing on new tourism investment opportunities.
Historic gardens fly way under the tourism radar. For many gardens, their stories often play second fiddle to buildings and collections and they are seldom promoted for their own worth as historic and horticultural resources.
more information (see page 6 PDF)
Historic gardens fly way under the tourism radar. For many gardens, their stories often play second fiddle to buildings and collections and they are seldom promoted for their own worth as historic and horticultural resources.
more information (see page 6 PDF)
Durham Master Gardeners
28/01/12 10:46 AM
The Durham Region Chapter of Master Gardeners of Ontario
The online home of Durham Master Gardeners. Information about the group, its members, scheduled events and articles about all things gardening-related.
Durham Master Gardeners
The online home of Durham Master Gardeners. Information about the group, its members, scheduled events and articles about all things gardening-related.
Durham Master Gardeners
Recreating Eden TV Show
01/01/12 04:35 PM
Seasons 1 through 5 of the popular gardening show are now available on DVD at Merit Motion Pictures. The production company has given a free DVD to our club, which is in our library now. The first episode is "The Renegade Scientist" with Dr. Diana Beresford-Kroeger and the second episode is about container gardening, titled "You Grow Girl" with Gayla Trail.
Recreating Eden TV Show
Recreating Eden TV Show
Durham Organic Gardeners
01/01/12 04:33 PM
Meetings on the 4th Wednesday of the month, Sept. to May at 7:30 pm - Durham District School Board Admin. Building - 400 Taunton Road East, Whitby, Ontario (west of Anderson Street, east of Brock/Baldwin) Room 2007 (2nd floor, front of the building)
Durham Organic Gardeners
Durham Organic Gardeners
OHA Trillium e-Subscription
01/01/12 04:30 PM
Linda Hugli at the OHA has advised that our members can be added to the e-Subscription list by contacting the Trillium Editor.
OHA Trillium e-Subscription
OHA Winter 2011/2012 Trillium Newsletter
01/01/12 04:29 PM
See the Ontario Horticultural Association's Trillium newsletter. (PDF document 4.5 MB)
OHA Winter 2011/2012 Trillium Newsletter
OHA Winter 2011/2012 Trillium Newsletter
Durham Region Orchid Society (DROS)
01/01/12 04:12 PM
Meetings 3rd Sunday of each month 2:00 p.m. to 4 p.m. - Fernhill Community Centre, 144 Fernhill Ave., Oshawa
Join to learn more about the wonderful world of orchids. There are guest speakers, repotting workshops, often supplies and orchids for sale and refreshments. For more info Anne. Durham Region Orchid Society (DROS)
Join to learn more about the wonderful world of orchids. There are guest speakers, repotting workshops, often supplies and orchids for sale and refreshments. For more info Anne. Durham Region Orchid Society (DROS)
Parkwood Launches a Series of Tea Talks
01/01/12 04:09 PM
with Natalie Gilday of Honey & Tea Café
January 21, from 2 to 4pm
Natalie Gilday will be hosting a series of Tea Talks at Parkwood National Historic Site over the next few months. The first of the series, Tea Around the World, is an introductory workshop in which Natalie will present the different kinds of tea, and how different cultures cultivate, and use tea on a daily or ceremonial basis. If you are interested in learning about the differences between white, black and green tea, or are just interested in learning about the way different cultures interpret and use tea, this is a perfect introductory session which will include tastings.
Parkwood Launches a Series of Tea Talks
January 21, from 2 to 4pm
Natalie Gilday will be hosting a series of Tea Talks at Parkwood National Historic Site over the next few months. The first of the series, Tea Around the World, is an introductory workshop in which Natalie will present the different kinds of tea, and how different cultures cultivate, and use tea on a daily or ceremonial basis. If you are interested in learning about the differences between white, black and green tea, or are just interested in learning about the way different cultures interpret and use tea, this is a perfect introductory session which will include tastings.
Parkwood Launches a Series of Tea Talks
Fusion Landscaping Guide for Homeowners
01/01/12 04:05 PM
Durham Region's free 20 page colour booklet can be requested by mail, fax or e-mail from: Durham Region Works Department: watereffiecientdurham@durham.ca
Those interested should be sure to include their name, address and postal code when ordering.
Fusion Landscaping Guide for Homeowners (page 7 of PDF)
Those interested should be sure to include their name, address and postal code when ordering.
Fusion Landscaping Guide for Homeowners (page 7 of PDF)