Landscape Ontario members are active in their community. They attend local home and garden shows and other events that put you in contact with a horticulture expert.


June 2013

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The Hamilton & Burlington Rose Society presents 56th CUT GARDEN ROSES and FLORAL DESIGN SHOW Royal Botanical Gardens Centre, 680 Plains Rd. West, Burlington Show runs Saturday, 1:30 to 5:00 p.m. with entries from 7:00 to 10:00 a.m. and Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Auction of show roses at 3:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome to exhibit. $3.00 general exhibit registration fee, no matter number of blooms exhibited. Vases will be supplied. Admission is free with RBG Admission. Information on Facebook or email hbrosesociety@sympatico.ca

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Mosaicultures Internatioanles Botanical Garden of Montreal, Montreal, QC Held every three years in a different city around the world, this world-renowed competition comes to Montreal in 2013. Participants present cultural creations in the highly specialized art of "mosaiculture." The event runs until September 29 and tickets can be purchased in advance at www.mosaiculturesinternationales.ca/en/tickets/

July 2013

5-7	The Backyard Glam Tour The tour will be a one-of-a-kind opportunity to gain VIP access to twelve glamorous and professionally decorated backyards in the Georgian Bay and Southern Grey County regions. Visit www.backyardglamtour.com for full details.

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Landscapes of Excellence Garden Tour London, Ontario Enjoy a walk through these Landscapes of Excellence and talk to the professionals who can bring your garden oasis to life and think beyond traditional ideas with their creativity and planning. Featuring six gardens, the tour runs from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Tickets are only $10 and are available online at www.ticketwindow.ca starting June 22 at 9:00 a.m. or by calling 226-289-1830. Proceeds to London Chapter Community Projects and Veterans Memorial Parkway.

August 2013

17	Landscape Ontario Trial Garden Open House Get a sneak peek at new plants being introduced in 2014 at the annual open house, hosted by Landscape Ontario and the University of Guelph. Details to follow. To see a selection of new plants from 2012, visit www.landscapeontario.com/new-plants-2012

September 2013

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The Hamilton & Burlington Rose Society Meeting Royal Botanical Gardens Centre, 680 Plains Rd. West, Burlington, Room 3 Starts at 2:00 p.m. A members forum leads an open discussion on "How did your garden grow this summer? Did you have problems gardening?" Someone can help you! And don't forget to bring those roses from your garden for display. Everyone is welcome. No entrance fee. Information on Facebook or email hbrosesociety@sympatico.ca

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National Tree Day National Tree Day will serve as a celebration for all Canadians to appreciate the great benefits that trees provide us - clean air, wildlife habitat, reducing energy demand and connecting with nature. Celebrate by holding a tree planting at your school, business or in your community. Find local events and more information on the Tree Canada website.

October 2013

20	The Hamilton & Burlington Rose Society on Members Luncheon and Annual General Meeting The Scottish Rite (Hamilton) Meeting starts at 12:00 noon. For information email hbrosesociety@sympatico.ca

2017

Flora Niagara Flora Niagara 2017, an International Horticultural Exhibition will bring the world of horticulture to a spectacular location within walking distance of the famed Niagara Falls and various locations throughout the Niagara Peninsula, to showcase gardens, floral displays, industry trends and innovations, demonstrations and competitions. It will attract more than 2.5 million visitors and 40 participating countries over its 150 days of operation, in celebration Canada’s sesquicentennial. Visit floraniagara.com