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

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Etobicoke Master Gardeners Winter 2025 Lecture Series

​Tuesday, April 15, 2025
The Arts and Crafts Garden – Productive, Functional and Beautiful
Frank Kershaw

7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Main glass doors open at 6:40 p.m.
Kingsway Lambton United Church
85 The Kingsway, Etobicoke M8X 2T6
Street Parking
Admission by donation/pwyc

Plant of The Month April 2025: Bleeding Heart (Lamprocapnos spectabilis) (formerly Dicentra spectabilis)

The Bleeding Heart (Lamprocapnos spectabilis) is an early spring/summer perennial named for its pink, heart-shaped flowers. It grows well in partial shade and moist, rich soil. It will die back and go dormant in warm weather, or long periods of direct sunlight. Lamprocapnos spectabilis is easily recognized with up to 20 flowers in a row, which grow on arching stems (racemes) when in full bloom. The plant has gained the common name, “Bleeding Heart”, because of the two pink ‘heart-shaped’ outer petals along with two narrow white, inner petals, which descend and resemble drops, giving the plant its common name.  It is valued in gardens and floral arrangements. This plant is truly a beautiful addition to any woodland garden, or any garden with the right conditions.