Next Garden Club Meeting: 

May 28, 2019 at 7:00 pm

Doors open at 6:30 pm

1001 Shawnigan - Mill Bay Rd.

Mill Bay Community League Hall, 

(Next to Kerry Park)

May's Brag Table theme is "May Oui, Eh?"

Our Guest Speaker: Bob Duncan

Topic: Growing Stone Fruits in South Coastal BC

Abstract:

Stone fruits to be discussed include plums, cherries, peaches, apricots and nectarines.

Bob had a career as an entomologist and botanist. His wife Verna has a background in teaching and business. Together they developed ʹFruit Trees and More: Nursery and Demonstration Orchardʹ and have more than 45 years of experience growing fruit trees on the West Coast.

They have tested more than 500 different types of temperate, Mediterranean and citrus fruit trees. Indeed, they are pioneers in growing Mediterranean and subtropical fruit trees on the Island.Their orchard contains several hundred varieties of trees. For their customers Bob and Verna provide expert advice on growing such trees including siting, training and pollination.

 

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DENMAN ISLAND HOME AND GARDEN TOUR

June 15-16, 2019

Tickets are now on sale for this enchanting Tour, deemed by the Globe & Mail "one of Canada's top six horticultural events." Every two years this idyllic island throws open its garden gates, inviting the pubic for a rare up-close look at the creativity, skill and passion Denman residents pour into their properties.

The Denman Conservancy has declared 2019 to be The Year of the Wetland, and many of our extraordinary properties offer natural and man-made water features, creating complex, lively ecosystems. The famous Des Kennedy Garden is a major attraction again this year, and other highlights include an organic vineyard (with tasting room), a home build from creatively recycled components, a modern homestead and market garden, a couple of oceanfront west-coast architectural delights, and an island-style chocolate factory. Bloom lovers will not be disappointed, either - roses, lilies, and a whole host of other blossoms will be found in abundance.

This weekend event provides an unforgettable experience for lovers of gardens, homes and rural charm. Many people return year after year, and are never disappointed. Join them! Come for a day trip, or book into a cozy B&B and stay for the weekend.

Early bird tickets are $18, and can be purchased online at http://www.denman-conservancy.org/home-and-garden-tour.

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OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS

Open Garden: Sun 2 June 2:30pm ‐ 4:30pm

The next open garden will take place at the home of Bill and Mary Herring.

Open Garden: Sat 8 June 11am ‐ 1pm

Jim and Janice Rose have graciously offered us a chance to tour their garden.

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