We are active, strong and vital, and make numerous contributions to the Greater Kalamazoo Community through our involvement in civic beautification, environmental initiatives, and the promotion of a multitude of educational opportunities. Kalamazoo Garden Council offers many benefits to its members. As a member organization of both National Garden Clubs, Inc. and Michigan Garden Clubs, Inc. we are able to bring educational programs to our members. Please ask questions, share ideas, and learn more about Kalamazoo Garden Council and its individual garden clubs in Kalamazoo, Michigan. You’re going to be bedazzled at what’s here. So, explore and enjoy! We are glad you are here!
News & Announcements
Floral Design Tips Learned at the 2019 MGC Convention
by Jeanette Meyer Garden Council members I learned some fun and helpful hints from one of the speakers, William Santos, who is owner of Monarch Garden & Floral Design in…
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Invasive Garlic Mustard
First year plantSecond year plant with flowers Garlic mustard is an exotic invasive plant from Europe that invades woodland habitats in North America and impacts forest biodiversity. In some woodlands, dense…
Having a Healthy Lawn While Being Environmentally Sound
April Environmental Report written by Denise Clegg My husband has often said he didn’t go to college to be a grass farmer. However, much of his leisure time is spent…
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Just added to the Council Shop! March 2019
Crowning Glory floral spray is the spray used at our Greens Sale to preserve the fresh greens arrangements. We are offering a 16 oz. spray bottle for $3.00, a significant…
Consequences of Seemingly Harmless Activity
Are you planning a vacation this year? Going to do some hiking? Have you seen the signs for leave no trace. “Please take nothing but photos leave nothing but footprints,”…
We’re Losing Monarch Butterflies Fast- Here’s Why
It’s not too late to save them, but it’s a question of whether we make the effort, scientists say. 6 MINUTE READBY CARRIE ARNOLD PUBLISHED DECEMBER 21, 2018 https://apple.news/Aa1Z3g8Y4SQW33KAhsvQI9Q
Please Welcome our New Members
Evey Prentice joined Western Hills in October 2018 Kathy Larson joined Chula Vista in November 2018 Michelle Farris joined Chula Vista in November 2018 Rose Neumann joined Chula Vista in…
Council Shop- Your One Stop for All Your Fresh Arrangement Needs!
The Council House Shop has many supplies available at great savings for your fresh arrangement creations. We carry both green and black oasis, various gauges of floral wire, floral tapes…
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The Nature Conservancy’s Ross Coastal Plain Marsh
GET OUT THERE AND ENJOY OUR ENVIRONMENT “Just north of South Haven, MI, you will find one of the state’s unique natural treasures. The Nature Conservancy’s Ross Coastal Plain Marsh…
Garden Gifts and Tools
We’ve got just the right gifts to make the people in your life smile with joy. You won’t be disappointed (and neither will they).
Some of our new products!
