Date

Speaker

Topic

Wed., Jan. 9, 2008

Dave Naylor, Founder of Toronto Succulent & Cactus Society, Judge, International Speaker

Cultivation of Succulents

Wed., Feb. 13, 2008

Ursula Eley, President of The Beaches Garden Club, Design judge

Floral Design

Wed., Mar.12, 2008

Dan Blair, manager of the seasonal department at Home Depot at Gerrard Square

Changes in Pesticide Law for Gardeners

Wed., Apr. 9, 2008

Al Dormer, Avid grower of Chrys. since 1963 in both England & Canada, will hybridize new varieties this year

Cultivation of Dahlias & Chrysanthemums. Sale of  cuttings and tubers from $2 to $8,  proceeds to go to CCDS.

Wed., May 14, 2008

Margaret Nevett, a horticulturist, Master Gardener, horticultural therapist and garden writer/producer

Gardening for Life – Techniques and tools that will keep all of us safely  gardening for many years to come

Wed., Jun. 11, 2008

Judge: TBA

Explanation of winning  exhibits for the annual flower show held this evening.

Wed., Sept. 10, 2008

Frank Kershaw, a Former Director for Parks and Recreation at the City of Toronto, leader of  international garden tours, noted speaker

Walk through Mount Pleasant Cemetery, focusing on rare and unusual trees. Be prepared for a brisk walk of several kilometers.

Wed., Oct. 8, 2008

Cristina Da Silva, Horticultural writer for the Toronto Star and noted speaker.

Bulbs (May have interesting bulbs to sell – more info  later)

Wed., Nov.12, 2008

TBA