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SUMMARY:MGAA: 5 Weeks of Peonies in Alberta with Adam Yakabuskie\, Parkland Peonies
DESCRIPTION:5 Weeks of Peonies in Alberta\nIn this presentation\, I’ll take you through the world of peonies as I’ve come to know them — both as a grower and as a gardener who never stops learning. We’ll begin with what a peony is\, explore flower forms and classifications\, and then look at how it’s possible to achieve a five-week bloom season here in Alberta. \nI’ll also touch on foliage value\, cut-flower potential\, and some of the common pests and diseases we encounter. Along the way\, I’ll share what I enjoy most about working with peonies\, along with observations from growing them in the field. We’ll finish with time for questions and discussion.   Adam Yakabuskie \nGeneral Public $15.  MGAA Members FREE. Register at treasurer@mgaab.org \nPayment to treasurer@mgaab.org treasurer@mgaab.org \nPlease include your email address for the zoom link. \nThis is a Zoom presentation \nTalk will be available for 7 days after the talk to ticket holders.
URL:https://mgaab.org/event/mgaa-growing-peonies-in-alberta-with-adam-yakabuskie-parkland-peonies/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260228T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260228T170000
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SUMMARY:MGAA: Spring Symposium   (On-Line)
DESCRIPTION:2026 MGAA Spring Symposium\nFeb. 28th  9-3:30\nSpeakers:\nWilbert Ronald of Jeffries nurseries: Columnar Trees\nColumnar trees are extremely popular accent and screening trees in the flat Canadian prairies. In recent years the Columnar Swedish aspen cultivar was among the most popular of columnar trees but it has lost its position due to disease and introduction of other new trees. A number of newer columnar trees including columnar flowering crabapples\, columnar Parkland Pillar birch and other trees are coming to the forefront. \nJohn Acorn\, Naturalist: Butterflies in the Garden and Beyond\nThere are more than 170 species of butterflies in Alberta\, and many of these are familiar garden insects.  Gardening for butterflies involves the use of both nectar-source flowers to attract the adults\, and caterpillar food plants to sustain the larvae.  Naturally\, most types of pesticides should be avoided.  Monarchs are of course the most popular of the Alberta species\, but in truth they are almost entirely limited to the southern centres such as Medicine Hat and Lethbridge.  And if the garden butterflies are an inspiration to you\, you might also enjoy pursuing butterflies farther afield\, in environments that are difficult to replicate in a managed garden. \nTony Spencer: Wildscaping\nIn the post-wild countryside of Mono\, Ontario\, Tony Spencer is conducting a series of open experiments to combine naturalistic planting design with Blue-Green Infrastructure into a fluid ecological art form. \nWorking on the local level \,he cultivates his universal concept of Wildscaping. This is about using plant-driven landscape design to create and sustain dynamic garden spaces\, filled with beauty and wildlife\, to rekindle our relationship to the natural world. \nThe focus of this talk is how to link home to landscape in a symbiotic loop to build new nature and adapt to the inevitable extremes of the new climate. \n  \nGeneral Public $45. —  MGAA Members $35.  —  MGAA Students $25.\nFor Tickets: eTransfer to: treasurer@mgaab.org\nPlease include your email address to receive the zoom link.  Thank you \nThis is a zoom presentation.\n\nMore Information on our Speakers:\nTony Spencer \nTony Spencer is the Canadian writer\, photographer\, and planting designer behind The New Perennialist. He is recognized and published internationally in the world of naturalistic garden design. In 2024\, Tony won his second top Landscape Design Award of Excellence from the US-based Perennial Plant Association (PPA). \nHe was also was named PPA Garden Media Promoter of the year along with a 2024 Silver Medal for Social Media from Garden Comm. Day today\, Tony is a puckish ringleader for the naturalistic movement with over 100kfollowers on his various social media channels. He travels extensively to gardens and symposiums in his primary role as a communicator\, documenter and sharer of ideas for this movement. Tony is currently at work on an upcoming book for Timber Press with a publishing date of summer 2027. \nJohn Acorn\nJohn Acorn teaches in the Department of Renewable Resources at the University of Alberta.  John has been a lifelong naturalist\, and he is best known for his television series Acorn\, The Nature Nut\, in which he blended a broad knowledge of animals with a flair for music and humour.  He is also the author of some twenty books on natural history subjects and dozens of research articles and papers. \nFrom cutting edge science to old-fashioned nature study\, \nJohn enjoys and promotes a broad appreciation of the natural world around us.  He is the recipient of the University of Alberta’s Distinguished Alumni Award\, The Entomological Foundation’s Medal of Honor\, National Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada’s (NSERC) Michael Smith Award for Science Promotion\, and the Royal Society of Canada’s McNeil Medal for the Public Awareness of Science. \nWilbert Ronald\nJeffries Nurseries Ltd was… “founded by Wilbert and Sharon Ronald in 1982\, this family owned wholesale operation has since grown from a small retail garden centre to become one of Manitoba’s largest nurseries.  Under our Northern Garden Collection brand\, we strive to provide quality plants across Western Canada\, Ontario and the northern states of the USA. \nAs a company we strive to be a leader in plant improvement through research and innovation for Canada and the Northen States area.  As a result\, over 40 new plants have been introduced to the market.  Research has been directed towards overcoming disease problems such as Dutch Elm Disease\, Bronze Leaf Disease of aspens\, and Black Knot Disease of purple leafed sherries. … We strongly support our own Research and Development programs and those in adjacent provinces and States.  We also support the landscape and gardening sector by sponsorship of Communities in Bloom\, The Prairie Garden and lending support to numerous allied groups.”
URL:https://mgaab.org/event/mgaa-spring-symposium/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260121T190000
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SUMMARY:MGAA: Structural Pruning - Fruit Tree Pruning and Young Tree Training with Alex McCormick
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URL:https://mgaab.org/event/mgaa-structural-pruning-fruit-tree-pruning-and-young-tree-training-with-alex-mccormick/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251015T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251015T203000
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SUMMARY:MGAA: Willow Weaving with Candice Cullum
DESCRIPTION:Candice Cullum is a fungi focused wild crafter and wild harvester based in Edgewood BC\, and Kneehill County\, AB. \n “I spend part of the warmer months volunteering as the Red Deer regional coordinator for the Alberta Mycological Society. Having spent the last 10+ years with them leading public forays\, I’ve been able to grow my skills immensely through the generous support of this loving wild community. Now with a second home base in Edgewood BC\, I’m able to share throughout both the western provinces and have enjoyed traveling to remote fungus festivals and communities throughout BC and Alberta.  \nWith a deep passion for wild fungi I carry a lot of baskets. Which easily lead into my next passion\, wild weaving. When the cold weather sets in and I can no longer harvest fungi\, I fill my time teaching wild willow weaving from decorative to practical\, it’s an art form that allows me to harvest and connect to nature year round.  \nMy mission is to inspire folks no matter their location\, age or status in life to go outside and play with nature!” \nFree for Master Gardeners members\, $15. for General Public.\nSign Up at / or purchase Tickets at:  treasurer@mgaab.org\nThis is a Zoom presentation.  The talk is recorded and available to ticket holders for 7 days to review.
URL:https://mgaab.org/event/mgaa-willow-weaving-with-candice-cullum/
LOCATION:via ZOOM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250917T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250917T203000
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SUMMARY:MGAA:  Preserving Your Harvest to Boost Your Family's Food Security with Jennifer Burns-Robinson
DESCRIPTION:Joins us for an engaging talk on safe\, reliable ways to preserve your bounty – whether your garden is big or small.  \nWe’ll also dive into the topic of food security and share practical tips to help your family stay resilient in the face of climate change.  Don’t miss this opportunity to learn\, connect and ge inspired. \nJennifer Burns-Robinson is an experienced educator in Landscape and Organic Gardening\, having taught at NAIT and with Gaia College.  She previously served as an instructor and administrator in the Stony Plain Organic Master Gardener program.  Now retired from administration\, Jennifer is planning to write a book and is actively developing her 3.5 acre property into a productive\, sustainable food paradise. \nTo resister and or for tickets\, please email: treasurer@mgaab.org\nThis is an on-line Zoom event. \nTalks are recorded and ticket holder have access for 7 days prior to the talk. \n 
URL:https://mgaab.org/event/mgaa-preserving-your-harvest-to-boost-your-familys-food-security-with-jennifer-burns-robinson/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250817T160000
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SUMMARY:MGAA Garden Tour: Shirley Cullum's Dahlia and Gladiolus Garden
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, August 17th at 1 p.m.\nShirley Cullum has invited the Master Gardeners to tour her incredible garden.  Shirley is the president of the Alberta Dahlia and Gladiolus Society which runs the only Dahlia and Gladiolus trial garden in Canada.  Shirley has an incredible collection with many other flowers and plants.\nThis is a members only tour but members may bring a guest. \nPlease register at vmwgardener@gmail.com \nfor the map to the garden by Three Hill\, AB.
URL:https://mgaab.org/event/mgaa-garden-tour-shirley-cullums-dahlia-and-gladiolus-garden/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250423T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250423T200000
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SUMMARY:MGAA:  Shirley Cullun on Growing Dahlias and Gladiolus in Alberta
DESCRIPTION:Join us as Shirley Cullum speaks on the Alberta Dahlia and Gladiolus Society\, the The Trial Garden at Piper Creek Trail and the Show Garden.\nShirley Cullum loves dahlias and gladiolus and for 50+ years she’s grown them. She is the president of the Alberta Dahlia and Gladiolus Society plus being involved with several other groups focusing on these plants. \nAn avid gardener all her adult life\, she was inspired by her mom.  Shirley gardens outside of Three Hills on Cullum Chicken Farm (with no chickens)\, and love to putter in her greenhouse experimenting with what can be coaxed to life in this climate. \nThe ADGS oversees the Piper Creek Trial Garden in Red Deer\, the only Dahlia and Gladiolus trial-garden in Canada (Moving to Olds College in 2025). \n  \nGeneral Public $15.00 —  Members FREE    Tickets at Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/mgaa-shirley-cullun-on-growing-dahlias-and-gladiolus-in-alberta-tickets-1290440404989?aff=oddtdtcreator \nThis is a zoom presentation (Talks are recorded and available to ticket holders for 1 week after the talk).
URL:https://mgaab.org/event/mgaa-shirley-cullun-on-growing-dahlias-and-gladiolus-in-alberta/
LOCATION:via ZOOM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250410T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250410T200000
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SUMMARY:MGAA: Hardy Apples: Growing Apples in Cold Climates with Bob Osborne
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us for an evening with Bob Osborne\, a renowned author with number of publications and books focused on roses and apple trees. \nBob is also the host of a long-running gardening show on CBC Moncton. In addition\, he is the owner and operator of Corn Hill Nursery in New Brunswick. His latest book Hardy Apples: Growing Apples in Cold Climates explores the world of apple varieties that can withstand colder climates\, making them ideal for regions with harsher winters. \n  \nTickets:  General Public $15.00  MGAA Members Free \nFor tickets: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/mgaa-join-us-for-an-evening-with-renowned-author-nursery-man-bob-osborne-tickets-1256934307349?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://mgaab.org/event/hardy-apples-growing-apples-in-cold-climates-with-bob-osborne/
LOCATION:via ZOOM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250327T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250327T200000
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SUMMARY:MGAA: Success with Succession
DESCRIPTION:  \n“The foundation of a successful garden lies in healthy soil\, which provides plants with essential nutrients\, water and support for growth\, so this talk will provide a learning opportunity to understand and improve your soil as a crucial component for a thriving garden.” \n  \n  \nGeneral Public $15.00 — Members FREE \nThis is a zoom presentation.  The talk will be available to 1 week for ticket holders to view. \nThe Eventbrite link is: Success with Succession Tickets\, Thu\, Mar 27\, 2025 at 7:00 PM | Eventbrite
URL:https://mgaab.org/event/mgaa-success-with-succession/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250227T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250227T203000
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SUMMARY:MGAA: Starting Reluctant Seed of Wild Plants
DESCRIPTION:“Many plant species have evolved ways to help their seed germinate at the better times and places in their natural environments\, and can seem quite reluctant to behave for us. We will look at the different treatment methods that can convince them to sprout within a reasonable amount of time\, with consideration of accomplishing this at our homes in our wintery climate.” \nRob Staniland is a retired Environmental Biologist\, who has been rabidly gardening since 1980. Starting with trees\, shrubs and native perennials\, he became my a founding member of the Calgary Rock and Alpine Gardening Society (CRAGS) in the early ’90s and has focused on those sorts of plants since. Plants aren’t always easy.  \nThis is a Zoom presentation.  Talk will be recorded for ticket holds to review for 7 days.  \n  \nGeneral Public $15.00\, Members Free   For tickets click: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/starting-reluctant-seed-of-wild-plants-with-robert-staniland-tickets-1249809536969?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://mgaab.org/event/mgaa-starting-reluctant-seed-of-wild-plants/
LOCATION:via ZOOM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241120T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241120T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T032427
CREATED:20241018T042539Z
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SUMMARY:MGAA: From Texas to the Tundra: Tales of a Wandering Photographer with Myrna Pearman
DESCRIPTION:Join Myrna Pearman on a journey of nature observations and experiences through photography and stories.  Myrna spends as much time as she can outdoors\, with her camera.  In this presentation\, she will share images and stories from her recent adventures\, all the way from her  own backyard  to the wilds of Texas\, the Canadian Arctic and  Alaska. Be prepared to be informed\, educated and entertained!  \n  \nMyrna Pearman is a retired biologist as well as a best-selling author (including NatureScape Alberta: Creating and Caring for Wildlife Habitat at Home and Backyard Bird Feeding: An Alberta Guide)\, enthusiastic nature photographer and writer\, kayaker and backroads rambler. She is a Fellow of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society\, is the Resident Naturalist for Mother Nature’s Seeds\, and is actively involved with the Red Deer River Naturalists.  myrnapearman.com \nThis is a Zoom presentation \nFree for Members \n$15.00 General Public \nTicket at Eventbrite
URL:https://mgaab.org/event/mgaa-from-texas-to-the-tundra-tales-of-a-wandering-photographer-with-myrna-pearman/
LOCATION:via ZOOM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240925T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240925T170000
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CREATED:20240915T025454Z
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SUMMARY:“Common Diseases and Insect Pests of Veggies and Fruit” by Robert Spencer\, Spencer Horticultural Solutions
DESCRIPTION:There are many different diseases and pests that can affect vegetable and fruit crops in the garden.  This presentation will look at some of the more commonly occurring pests\, across common host crops. We’ll look at how to recognize the pests\, what conditions favor their development and how to manage them in a garden setting. \nRob Spencer has a Bachelor of Science  in Agriculture with a major in Horticulture and a Masters of Science (Plant Sciences)\, both from the University of Saskatchewan. He worked as a Commercial Horticulture Specialist for Alberta Agriculture for 17 years.  Rob started Spencer Horticultural Solutions in March 2020. He is a Horticulture Instructor at Olds College\, specializing in horticulture crop production. Rob has written hundreds of  articles and delivered many presentations of all types for a range of audiences on an assortment of topics. He resides with his family in Olds\, AB. \nFREE for Master Gardeners Members\, General Public $15.00 \nThis is a Zoom presenation   Tickets available at Eventbrite:  https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/common-diseases-and-insect-pests-of-veggies-and-fruit-tickets-1017631722877?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://mgaab.org/event/common-diseases-and-insect-pests-of-veggies-and-fruit-by-robert-spencer-spencer-horticultural-solutions/
LOCATION:via ZOOM
CATEGORIES:MGAA Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240915T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240915T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T032427
CREATED:20240901T173628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240907T053515Z
UID:33467-1726405200-1726408800@mgaab.org
SUMMARY:MGAA: Bulb Planting Workshop II
DESCRIPTION:Second Class on Demand:\nFall is the time to plant bulbs for a super show come spring  and into summer.\nBulbs are one of the easiest types of plants to grow in our climate.  Planted while the soil is still warm they send out roots before the ground freezes awaiting warmer days. \nThis talk will teach you what you need to be successful with planting bulbs.  We will look at the different types of bulbs\, how each differs from the others and how to properly meet their care needs. \nWhile we will cover the more familiar types such as tulips and daffodils we will also delve into some of the more unusual ones that given the right conditions will thrive in our climate. \nThis is a Free event but Please sign up on our main page (helps us know how much space and chairs needed). \nLocation: greengate Garden Centres\, gardensense studio\,  14111 Macleod Trail S\, Calgary
URL:https://mgaab.org/event/mgaa-bulb-planting-workshop-ii/
CATEGORIES:MGAA Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240908T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240908T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T032427
CREATED:20240828T203233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240907T053800Z
UID:33350-1725800400-1725804000@mgaab.org
SUMMARY:MGAA: Bulb Planting Workshop with Elaine Rude
DESCRIPTION:Full –  See Sept 15th for next Class. \nFall is the time to plant bulbs for a super show come spring  and into summer.\nBulbs are one of the easiest types of plants to grow in our climate.  Planted while the soil is still warm they send out roots before the ground freezes awaiting warmer days. \nThis talk will teach you what you need to be successful with planting bulbs.  We will look at the different types of bulbs\, how each differs from the others and how to properly meet their care needs. \nWhile we will cover the more familiar types such as tulips and daffodils we will also delve into some of the more unusual ones that given the right conditions will thrive in our climate. \nThis is a Free event but Please sign up on our main page (helps us know how much space and chairs needed).
URL:https://mgaab.org/event/mgaa-bulb-planting-workshop-with-elaine-rude/
CATEGORIES:MGAA Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240429T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240429T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T032427
CREATED:20240409T162847Z
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SUMMARY:MGAA: Meeting the Challenge with Stephen Kierstead
DESCRIPTION:Cold Climate Gardening in Zone 3.  Learn how to compete with the challenges of vegetable gardening in a short season and how you can extend your season without a lot of expense and even grow food in the wintertime.  \n\nSee Stephen Krstead’s Youtube channel Short Season Garden\nGeneral Public $15.00 — Members FREE
URL:https://mgaab.org/event/mgaa-meeting-the-challenge-with-stephen-kierstead/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240221T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240221T203000
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CREATED:20240211T045030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240211T212811Z
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SUMMARY:MGAA: Introduction to Mushrooms: Common Garden and Urban Mushrooms with Martin Osis
DESCRIPTION:Martin Osis is passionate about wild mushrooms! \nMartin has been actively involved with learning about and teaching mushrooms since 1987 (that is close to 40 years!). \nHolding various positions in the Alberta Mycological society as well as the North American Mycological Association. He has a special interest in local mushrooms\, medicinal mushrooms and his newest study area is in the soil web and soil remediation. \nHope you can join us for this event of learning about mushrooms. It will be fun and educational! \n$15.00 for Non-Members – Free for MGAA Members  \nTickets at Eventbrite \nThis is an online Zoom talk. \n 
URL:https://mgaab.org/event/mgaa-introduction-to-mushrooms-common-garden-and-urban-mushrooms/
LOCATION:via ZOOM
CATEGORIES:MGAA Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231214T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231214T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T032427
CREATED:20231214T140005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231202T032047Z
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SUMMARY:MGAA Christmas Zoom Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of seasonal botany\, drinks\, traditional recipes\, prizes and fun.\nDec\, 14th at 7:00 p.m.\n Email events-North@mgaab.org or events-south@mgaab.org.
URL:https://mgaab.org/event/mgaa-christmas-zoom-party/
LOCATION:via ZOOM
CATEGORIES:MGAA Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231214T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20231214T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T032427
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SUMMARY:MGAA Christmas Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us Dec. 14th\, at 7 p.m. for the \nMGAA Christmas Zoom Party. \nSeasonal Talks\, Recipes and Prizes… \nMembers only.  Email events@mgaab.org or vmwgardener@gmail.com
URL:https://mgaab.org/event/mgaa-christmas-party/
CATEGORIES:MGAA Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230617
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230618
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SUMMARY:MGAA Study Day
DESCRIPTION:  \nOur First In-Person Study Day \n  \nThe MGAA Learning Committee is very excited to present our first Study Day on June 17 in Calgary.  This is an opportunity to increase your knowledge with Jane Reksten\, a perennial expert and highly respected horticulturalist.  After the morning presentation\, participants will spend the afternoon touring two incredible local gardens. These two spaces are truly unique and showcase a level of horticultural excellence not often seen. \nThis is a member’s only event but we invite you to bring along a guest.  Tickets are $25/person.  Space is limited.  For more information and to purchase tickets send an email to learning@mgaab.org. \nHope to see you there! \nEcological Gardening – perennials and their garden habitats \nGardeners that look beyond their garden gate will have found it hard to ignore the trend towards what is variously known as:  ‘naturalistic planting design’; ‘designing with plants’; ‘new wave perennials planting’ or ‘wild-scaping’.  They describe a philosophy of gardening which requires seeing plants for more than their flowers\, embracing their form\, structure\, and how well they earn their keep after they have died back in the fall. Gardeners that follow this movement aim to use plants based on ‘ecological rather than purely aesthetic principles\, which ultimately should lead to low-maintenance\, sustainable gardening spaces. \n  \nIn this workshop we will go beyond the simplified information typically found in plant catalogues and on tags.  We will dig deeper into the true habits and growth patterns of plants\, and discuss the importance of their origins – all of which allows us to use plants successfully.  We will make a close examination of garden habitats\, and study the difference between highly bred border perennials and native perennials\, and their suitability for the garden. \n  \nJane’s bio \nJane Reksten has a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Victoria in Microbiology and Environmental Studies and a Diploma in Horticulture from Olds College. She worked in the landscape maintenance and development industry for five years before joining the Calgary Zoo and Botanical Gardens\, first as the Schoolyard Naturalization Project leader\, and then the Botanical Education Coordinator and Manager of Continuing Education.  Jane joined Olds College in 2011 and managed the Botanic Gardens and Greenhouses until 2020.  She is now an independent consultant\, and the Head Gardener for Lougheed House.  Jane is a regular writer and speaker on a variety of gardening topics and has a particular interest in perennials and design.
URL:https://mgaab.org/event/mgaa-study-day/
CATEGORIES:MGAA Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230506T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230506T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T032427
CREATED:20230501T183633Z
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SUMMARY:MGAA GARDEN CENTRE TOUR
DESCRIPTION:When:  Saturday May 6th\nTime: Starts at 9 AM\nWhere: Spruce it Up\, Countryside Landscapes in DeWinton\, Beaver Dam Nursery and Saskatoon Farm \nHello everyone: I am looking to organize an ad hoc ‘in person’ tour of some garden centers in the Calgary area & region on Saturday\, May 6th.\nSEE BELOW FOR APPROXIMATE TIMES \n  \n \nSpruce It Up \n159 210 Avenue SW\, Calgary \n9 AM-10 AM (approximately) \n \nCountryside Garden Centre \n31-2255 DRIVE WEST\,\nDE WINTON\, ALBERTA \n10 AM-11 AM (approximately) \n \nBeaver Dam Nursery\n354152 76th St. E.\nOkotoks \n11 AM-Noon (approximately) \n \n#20 80181 338 Ave East\,\nFoothills County \nNoon-whenever\nRestaurant Available \n  \nPlease email me at events-south@mgaab.org asap if you are at all interested in participating in the tour.  \nLinda Mulligan\nDirector Events South \n  \n 
URL:https://mgaab.org/event/mgaa-garden-centre-tour/
CATEGORIES:MGAA Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230419T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230419T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T032427
CREATED:20230312T010214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230312T010214Z
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SUMMARY:Bees In the Garden - A How To Guide supporting Bee Habitat in your design
DESCRIPTION:  \nIn this short session\, Eliese will be sharing planting options for container\, lawn alternatives\, and garden plant selections to support native and not native bee species. She will also share ways in which you can design your space to encourage bee nesting sites and incorporate honey bee colonies into your garden design and summer time hobbies! \nFree for Members.  $10.35 for non-members \n 
URL:https://mgaab.org/event/bees-in-the-garden-a-how-to-guide-supporting-bee-habitat-in-your-design/
CATEGORIES:MGAA Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230329T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230329T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T032427
CREATED:20230227T210140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230228T000059Z
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SUMMARY:Trees & their ability to adapt to Climate Change
DESCRIPTION:Event free to members of the Master Gardeners Association of Alberta \n \nAaron Cull is a Master Gardener\, holds a Bachelor of Science in Botany & is an ISC certified Arborist. He has owned/operated Evergreen Ltd. for the past 15 years. Aaron decided to take his Master Gardening certification because his customers kept asking him gardening questions that didn’t relate to trees! Read Aaron’s talk outline below: \nTrees and their ability to adapt to Climate Change.’ In this presentation I will be discussing best growing strategies to ensure long term survival of trees and improvements that can be made from current standards of practice. This presentation will take a look at nursery stock and progress to the backyard of the consumer. As well as the 5 best trees to grow in Alberta that are currently not susceptible to disease. This will draw from current literature and research studies which will be provided as a separate Literature Cited page at the end of the presentation for further reading. \nI am not monetarily being funded by any third party or promoting any one product. All information is based on my company experience over the past 10 years and changing environmental conditions.
URL:https://mgaab.org/event/trees-their-ability-to-adapt-to-climate-change/
LOCATION:via ZOOM
CATEGORIES:MGAA Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220622T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220622T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T032427
CREATED:20220608T010417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220608T010538Z
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SUMMARY:Reader Rock Garden Behind the Scenes Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow MGs on a rare\, behind the scenes tour of this historical\, internationally acclaimed garden! \nThe Reader Rock Garden is an absolute gem in the middle of Calgary. It is especially beautiful in Spring with its many huge trees\, including Calgary’s largest Japanese tree lilac (hopefully blooming for us)\, its beautiful and serene rock garden planted along a cascading stream and gorgeous collections of hardy orchids\, Siberian iris and many other unusual Spring blooming perennials collected by Mr. Reader. \nWe have been given a rare opportunity for a behind the scenes tour with the garden’s horticulturalist\, Daniel Walker. Come and learn about the history and the ongoing reclamation efforts behind the garden\, future plans\, a peek into the world of seed starting and see the garden in its beautiful Spring glory. This is a must see garden in Spring\, so come and join fellow MGs on this tour. \nDetails and Pre-Register: \nThis private guided tour is for MGAA Members ONLY. There is no cost for this tour. \nThere is a limit of 12 participants. \nFree public parking is available on the west side of the garden\, access is from 25 Avenue SE. Prefer public transit? The garden is a short walk from the Erlton Stampede LRT station. We will meet outside the restaurant\, Reader’s Garden Café. \nPlease pre-register by contacting Elaine at learning@mgaab.org.
URL:https://mgaab.org/event/reader-rock-garden-behind-the-scenes-tour/
LOCATION:Reader Rock Garden\, 325 25 Avenue SE\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:MGAA Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220612T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220612T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T032427
CREATED:20220608T004841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220608T013230Z
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SUMMARY:Hallowes' Garden - Nanton
DESCRIPTION:MGs\, you won’t want to miss this impressive garden! \nWe had the opportunity to visit Donna Hallowes’ garden last year during the summer and were blown away. However\, Donna says it’s even better in the Spring and has graciously agreed to open her garden to the MGs. \nThis is a very large garden filled with a variety of interesting plants and areas including a large rock garden\, dwarf conifers and many\, many other perennials\, shrubs and trees. We can expect to see in bloom\, amongst others\, fernleaf peonies\, bleeding hearts and possibly some lilies. \nThis is a truly unique garden with Donna’s husband a master craftsman who has built many ornamental structures and implemented a number of innovative strategies such as the incredible water capture system and seed growing drawers. \nDetails and Pre-Register: \n1605 26 Avenue\, Nanton \nThis event is for MGAA Members ONLY. There is no cost for this tour. \nPlease pre-register by contacting Elaine at learning@mgaab.org. \n 
URL:https://mgaab.org/event/hallowes-garden-nanton/
CATEGORIES:MGAA Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220611T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220611T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T032427
CREATED:20220608T012841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220608T013502Z
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SUMMARY:Staniland and Horachk Gardens Tour
DESCRIPTION:Rob Staniland and Yaro Horachk have once again agreed to open their incredible gardens to us\, currently at their peak of bloom. These talented plantsmen have constructed two incredible rock gardens filled with an array of diminutive and beautiful alpine treasures. Both are passionate about alpine plants but their approach to design and favourites is very different. \nYaro’s garden runs along the side of his driveway arranged in a series of intricate rockworks made into grottos and crevices stuffed full of interesting saxifrages\, dwarf hostas\, orchids\, and so many other tiny alpines. The gardens are elevated above the driveway so plants are easily appreciated. \nRob’s garden is incorporated into native short grass prairie. The garden runs along an incredible pond and stream system with many built bog and wetland areas\, tufa beds\, dryland areas\, native plants and dwarf conifers. It’s a stunning feat of engineering and highlighted by gorgeous plantings. \nBoth of these gardens are incredibly unique and very different from the typical Calgary style garden. Not to be missed! \nDirections \nYaro Horachk’s Garden: 92 Bearspaw Acres  \nFollow Crowchild Trail West to Bearspaw Road\, turn R and follow to Bearspaw Acres. House is on the corner on northeast side. Park on the road. \nRob Staniland’s Garden: 30315 Woodland Heights: 30315 Woodland Heights \nFollow Crowchild Trail West to Bearspaw Road\, turn R and follow to Burma Road\, turn L to and go to stop sign\, turn R onto Woodland Road\, follow to T intersection and turn R. On right hand side. Park on the road. \nBoth gardens are 5 minutes from each other so easy to take in both in one trip. \nRegister \nPlease contact Elaine at learning@mgaab.org to register.  Tour will commence rain or shine.
URL:https://mgaab.org/event/staniland-and-horachk-gardens-tour/
CATEGORIES:MGAA Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20211215T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20211215T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T032427
CREATED:20211129T231153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211206T224524Z
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SUMMARY:MGAA Virtual Christmas Social via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n \nPlease RSVP to Verne at events-south@mgaab.org.
URL:https://mgaab.org/event/mgaa-virtual-christmas-social-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:MGAA Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210613T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210613T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T032427
CREATED:20210609T212910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210609T213350Z
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SUMMARY:Northern Alberta Event
DESCRIPTION:George Pegg Botanical Garden Tour\nSunday\, June 13\, 2021 at noon \n56015 Range Road 43\, Lac Ste. Anne County\, 2.5 km north of Highway 43\nGlenevis\, Alberta\nDid you know that the George Pegg Garden was Alberta’s first garden to be designated as a Historic Resource? \nJoin your fellow Master Gardeners on an exclusive guided tour of the George Pegg Garden and discover heritage trees and some of the plants that are rare and unique in our region. \n\n\n\nMore information: pegggarden.org. \n\nDetails\nThis guided tour led by Lorraine Taylor is for Current MGAA Members ONLY.\nThis tour is FREE.\nPlease bring a mask\, hand sanitizer\, and maintain a minimum 2-metre distance between individuals at all times. Note that protocols will be determined by the George Pegg Garden\, depending on the Re-opening Stage in Alberta\, for the day of the tour. Please stay tuned for updates. \nDirections\nFrom Edmonton\, follow Highway 16 heading west to Highway 43. Turn right onto Highway 43\, head north and follow as it curves west toward Glenevis.\nBefore reaching Glenevis\, turn right at the next road past the Petro-Canada station\, and then make an immediate left. Follow this road as it parallels Highway 43\, then curves north to Township Road 560. \nTurn left onto Township Road 560\, heading west until reaching Range Road 43. Turn right on Range Road 43 and follow it north for a short distance to the George Pegg Botanical Garden. \nRSVP\nPlease RSVP to Susan at events@mgaab.org as soon as possible! Thank you.
URL:https://mgaab.org/event/northern-alberta-event/
CATEGORIES:MGAA Event
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