Societies in Ontario
Pembroke Horticultural Society
District 2
Celebrating 100 Years in 2024!
We have been established since 1924. Our floral emblem is the Pansy.
Our Mission:
The objective of the society is to encourage interest in horticulture and the beautification of the City of Pembroke and area.
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*See General Information for details in case of changes: Zion Evangelical United Church Hall
368 Miller Street
Pembroke, ON K8A 5Y9
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Annual Membership Fees - *2023 fees (Single: $10.00 Family: $15.00 Corporate: $25.00) https://pembrokehorticulturalsociety.home.blog/memberships/
| Title | First/Last Name | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-President | Cathy Hugli | huglic2[at]gmail.com | (613)732-9819 |
| Co-President | Ellen Vandersleen | g.e.vandersleen[at]gmail.com | (613)732-7649 |
| 1st Vice President | Terry McCann | mccannt[at]sympatico.ca | (613)735-6463 |
| 2nd Vice President | Grace Mc Laughlin | grace_mclaugh[at]hotmail.com | (613)735-5605 |
| Secretary | Pamela Duplessis | pameladuplessis[at]hotmail.ca | (613)732-0117 |
| Treasurer | Larry TerMarsch | pembrokepetals[at]gmail.com | (613)732-5377 |
| Pansy Post Editor, Director | Suzanne Walton | swalton238[at]gmail.com | (613)732-3991 |
The 4th Monday of the month of April, May(5th Mon.), June, September, October at Zion Evangelical United Church Hall (wheelchair accessible) at 7:00 p.m.
Featuring:
Presentations on gardening and various other related subjects.
Updates on local gardening events and activities.
Gardening tips.
Flower & Vegetable Shows.
Social time with free refreshments
Benefits:
Informative Newsletter
Advice from expert gardeners
Spring & Fall 'Swap a plant'
Garden Tours
Volunteer Opportunities
| Event Name | Date/Time | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual General Meeting | Monday, April 24th at 7:00 p.m. | Zion Evangelical United Church, 368 Miller Street, Pembroke. Use side entrance off parking lot. | Trish Murphy of Les Beaux Arbres, Topic: Native Plants. |
| Earth Day | Thursday, April 27th | Pembroke Waterfront, Fred Blackstein Blvd, Pembroke, ON | A tree will be planted at the Waterfront by the PHS. A Freeman Maple has been suggested since it can handle being in a low-lying area. |
| Flower Shows: | Monday, May 15th at 9:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | Pembroke Mall, 1100 Pembroke St E, Pembroke, ON K8A 6Y7 | Further information regarding dates, presentation, etc. will be forthcoming through newsletters and general |
| Tulip Festival in Ottawa | Friday, May 12th | Ottawa, ON | Tentative plans underway for a trip to view this amazing display. More discussion and information at the general meeting. |
| Giant Plant Sale | Saturday, May 20th from 9:00 a.m. until sold out. | Pem Ice II, 40 Bennett St, Pembroke, ON K8A 7Z8 | Annuals and perennials to be sold for Pembroke Horticultural Society. |
| General Meeting | Monday, May 29th at 7:00 p.m. | Sunset Nursery, 2177 Greenwood Rd, Pembroke, ON K8A 6W2 | There will be a tour of Sunset Nursery by Alastair Hugli. |
| Workshop | Wednesday, May 31st at 9:00 a.m. | To be announced. | Rhubarb Leaf Stepping Stone |
| General Meeting | Monday, June 26th | Zion Evangelical United Church, 368 Miller Street, Pembroke. Use side entrance off parking lot. | Trees and Reforestration by Bob Dobson, Flower Show. |
| OHA Convention | Friday, July 21st-23rd | Brookstreet Hotel in Kanata, 525 Legget Dr, Kanata, ON K2K 2W2 | Any member can apply to attend. The society will send two delegates with registration fee being paid by the society. Only two members will be subsidized, so apply early. The Garden Ontario website has all the competitions listed if you wish to enter, as well as tours and entertainment for the weekend. You can register online (watch for details). Come and be a part of this fun-filled weekend with other Horticultural friends. https://gardenontario.org/convention/ |
| Garden Tour | Wednesday, July 26th | Three local gardens | More information will be available in newsletters, on Facebook and at general meetings. |
| Flower and Vegetable Show | Friday, August 25 10:00-2:30 p.m. Table entries by 9:30 a.m. at | Pembroke Waterfront, Fred Blackstein Blvd, Pembroke, ON | Judged Flower and Vegetable Show |
| General Meeting | Monday, September 25th at 7:00 p.m. | Zion Evangelical United Church, 368 Miller Street, Pembroke. Use side entrance off parking lot. | Tea Making with Herbs by Francis O'Malley. Flower Show. |
| Annual General Meeting | Monday, October 23rd at 7:00 p.m. | Zion Evangelical United Church, 368 Miller Street, Pembroke. Use side entrance off parking lot. | AGM and Potluck Supper @ 6:00 p.m. followed by Cooking with Flavoured Oils and Vinegars by Olivia Gelineau from Urban Gourmet. |
| November Christmas Tea | To be announced. | Sunset Nursery, 2177 Greenwood Rd, Pembroke, ON K8A 6W2 | To be announced. |
| Christmas Banquet and Flower Show | To be announced. | To be announced. | To be announced. |
