Etobicoke Master Gardeners’
Winter Lecture Series 2026

The Wonder of Trees – Pruning, an Exercise in Thought and Consideration
Tuesday, March 17, 2026, 7 - 9pm

Gardening on the Edge – Adapting You & Your Garden to Climate Warming
Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 7 - 9pm

Etobicoke Master Gardeners (EMG) was formed in January 2005 to support and provide valuable resources to the Etobicoke Gardening Community.

EMG members meet at the Kingsway-Lambton United Church the fourth Wednesday of most months from 7 to 9 p.m.

We welcome inquiries from enthusiastic and interested individuals wishing to:
- learn more about joining our group
- studying for Master Gardener (MG) designation
- increasing and sharing their knowledge
- network, share ideas, and work with others who have similar interests

EMG comprises 29 active members: 25 Master Gardeners (MG) and 4 Master Gardeners in Training (MGIT) who are in the process of studying for Master Gardener Certification. We welcome inquiries from enthusiastic and interested individuals wishing to learn more about joining our group.   
History of the Organization

Established in 1985, Master Gardeners of Ontario Inc. (MGOI) is an independent non-profit organization, run by volunteers, dedicated to providing accurate and relevant horticultural information to the public. The Master Gardener program in
Ontario was started by the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) and was funded by them until 1996 when MGOI was created and incorporated as an independent non-profit organization.

Master Gardeners (MGs) in the Province of Ontario are experienced gardeners who have studied horticulture extensively and continue to upgrade their skills through technical training. To learn more about Master Gardeners visit mgoi.ca

Plant of the Month March 2026:  Bloodroot (Sanguinaria canadensis)  

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Photo Credit: EMGJanet
Bloodroot (Sanguinaria canadensis) is a classic spring ephemeral belonging to the genus Sanguinaria derived from the Latin sanguinarius meaning “bloody” (all parts of the plant exude a reddish-orange sap when damaged). It is the only species in this genus of the poppy family (Papaveraceae) and is native from Manitoba to Nova Scotia. This forest floor plant has flowers which resemble water lilies and they open in sunlight. It has cigar-like tubes of furled leaves that unfurl after the flower has shown itself. Bloodroot is sure to brighten a shady spot in the garden in the spring as their delicate blooms provide a springtime show you don’t want to miss and its pollen is a good source of food for early pollinators.
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