Waterloo Horticultural Society
Where gardeners come to grow.
About Us
Since 1895 the Waterloo Horticultural Society has encouraged interest in horticulture, floral design, reconnecting with nature and the environment and most of all, promote conservation and assist in the beautification of our city.
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.
Events & Announcements
Compost Mulch Fundraiser - Final date for orders is Wednesday, May 31.
Our compost mulch fundraiser will run until May 31st and is open to everyone.
30l bag $6/bag
1 cubic yard $40
Succulent Gardening for Beginners
Friday, September 22
Molly Shannon will teach us how to grow and take care of Canadian Succulents!
Door prize table and refreshments.
Remember to bring your own mug.
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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!
Orange and pink flowers in a bed done by the waterloo gardeners
Garden containers with tropical flowers in three grey planters in a Waterloo Garden.
Three people gardening in a garden in Waterloo with plants behind the people and in the garden beds.
Orange and pink flowers in a bed done by the waterloo gardeners
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Volunteering & Donations
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!
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. We have a Volunteer Program to recognize 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.
