Unfortunately, we had to cancel our February meeting, due to the inclement weather. There are, however, several garden-related events to keep you busy until our March meeting.
February 8–15
UBC SHOP IN THE GARDEN WINTER SALE
30–70% off selected items, including giftware, dishes, decorative items and gardening tools. More information: http://botanicalgarden.ubc.ca/events/event/shop-in-the-garden-winter-sale/
Saturday, February 18, 10 am–3:30 pm
VANCOUVER HARDY PLANT GROUP: SPRING STUDY DAY
Speakers:
Anna Pavord, English author and gardening correspondent for The Independent newspaper, on "Bulbs for All Seasons" and "The Curious Gardener"
Linda Beutler, Portland, Oregon, author and President of the International Clematis Society, on "All the Best Plants are Buttercups" and "Vertical Gardening: the Veritable Vastness of Vines"
Cost: $45 (bring your own lunch)
Venue: Vancouver Museum and Planetarium, 1100 Chestnut Street
More information at http://www.vancouverhardyplant.org/spring-study-day-saturday-february-18-2017
February 22–26
BC HOME AND GARDEN SHOW
Mainly about home improvements, but a few garden-related talks. More information about those at http://www.bchomeandgardenshow.com/show-features/garden-stage-schedule
February 22–26
SEATTLE FLOWER AND GARDEN SHOW
The big spring event for Northwest gardeners. Display gardens, great list of speakers, plant sales (and free phytosanitary certification for Canadians to ensure you can get your purchases back across the border.)
Worth a weekend visit to Seattle if you've never been. More information at : http://www.gardenshow.com/
February 25, 10 am–3 pm
SEEDY SATURDAY AT VANDUSEN BOTANICAL GARDEN
Every possible seed you've ever wanted to grow from a variety of vendors, plus some unusual plants for sale. Admission by donation.
Information at http://vandusengarden.org/events/seedy-saturday/
NEXT GRANDVIEW GARDEN CLUB MEETING : THURSDAY, MARCH 9, 2017
Two of our members will share their expertise:
Valerie Gray will talk to us about Osteo-Arthritis and Ergonomic Aids for Gardeners
Strategies to reduce pain and remain active
while gardening if you have OA... and generally for all gardeners.
She'll talk about knees, back,
hands. Joint-protection principles,
pacing, equipment, garden set-up, and assistive devices.
Strategies to reduce pain and remain active
while gardening if you have OA... and generally for all gardeners.
She'll talk about knees, back,
hands. Joint-protection principles,
pacing, equipment, garden set-up, and assistive devices.
Michael Kluckner will address The Vegetable Garden in Early Spring.
Assessing winter damage, recovery measures, best varieties for early sowing.
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