Waterloo Horticultural Society
Where gardeners come to grow.
Important Message Regarding Membership Cards:
We will not be mailing any membership cards for the duration of the current postal strike.. If you purchased your 2025 membership online, your card will be available for pickup at the next general meeting, January 24, 2025 at Albert McCormick Community Centre.
About Us
Since 1895, we have encouraged interest in horticulture, floral design, and reconnecting with nature and the environment; we promote conservation and the beautification of our urban spaces.
We are affiliated with the
Land Acknowledgement
The Waterloo Horticultural Society acknowledges that our work is taking place on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishnawbe and Haudenosaunee Peoples.
Announcements
We are thrilled to announce a new fundraiser for the OHA!
Sit back, relax and sip some delicious tea this winter while browsing through those seed catalogues and dreaming about your gardens.
The OHA has teamed up with Sipology – an amazing tea company located right here in Ontario. Experience a range of vibrant and flavorful loose-leaf tea blends, leaving behind the limitations of conventional tea bags for an exciting new tea journey. The products are Organic Certified with no added sugar unless stated on the ingredient list, no artificial flavours or colours, and no MSG.
Feeling the Fall Vibes!
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The month has given us lots of great gardening weather! As we reflect on the 2024 gardening season, we'd like to thank you, our supporters and members, for being part of our organization. We welcome the new members who joined at the last meeting and those who have renewed. Each year, we draw one name from those who have been continuous members for five years and award them a free membership. This year's winner is Cheryl A. Congratulations!
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Public Events
Next Public Event:
Holiday Décor with Martina Reckl
Friday, November 22
Location: Albert McCormick Community Centre
Albert McCormick Community Centre
500 Parkside Dr, Waterloo, ON N2L 5J4
Refreshments after the event (bring your own cup!)
Draw table for prizes.
Donations
Thank you for considering Waterloo Gardeners in your donations. As a registered charity, all funds go towards maintenance of gardens and events. Currently we accept payment via PayPal with the button below.
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We issue tax receipts for amounts over $25.
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Thank you again for your generosity.
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Registered Non-Profit Number: 119289072RR0001
Facebook Groups
Buy, Sell & Trade
Do you gardening tools, plants, books or decor to sell or trade?
Looking for a specific item?
Post it on our Facebook page today.
Garden Talk
Sometimes it's nice to ask a question and get a personalized answer! This group is for all gardeners whether you're just starting out or have been gardening for fifty years. Share your knowledge, ask a question and become part of the advice exchange.
This group is open to everyone.
Join today!
Waterloo Gardeners is a community group with a passion for gardening. We are a volunteer, non-profit organization located in Waterloo, Ontario. Since 1895, when we were known as the Waterloo Horticultural Society, we have offered presentations, workshops and other activities to encourage knowledge and awareness of horticulture and the environment in the community. ​Our programs and activities are for anyone who has an interest in gardening. Join our gardening club in Waterloo today!
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We are currently seeking new volunteers to work with our Board of Directors. Volunteers are needed to help at public and members events and in the public gardens that we maintain. Waterloo Gardeners is a volunteer group. All of the programs, activities and events need many volunteers to make them a success.
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The Volunteer Program recognizes the support of our volunteers. Anyone who volunteers 45 hours or more in a calendar year (January to December) will receive a free membership for the next fiscal year.
Waterloo horticultural society rock with inscription of the same in a garden
Large pot with planters in front of a gazebo in a garden
Three people gardening in a garden in Waterloo with plants behind the people and in the garden beds.
Waterloo horticultural society rock with inscription of the same in a garden
Our Gardens
The Waterloo Gardeners maintains two gardens in the City of Waterloo. The gardens are planned and maintained by an amazing group of volunteers.
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​Memorial Gardens -30 Erb Street West - between Caroline St. and Albert St., beside the Marsland Centre.
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Carnegie Green Gardens -35 Albert Street in Waterloo - junction of Albert St. and Dorset St. in Uptown Waterloo.
Stop by, take a selfie and tag us on Instagram at @waterloogardeners1895 and let us know what your favourite part of the garden is!