2024 Flower Show Results
Here are the results from the 2024 NGC Standard Flower Show that was presented by the Kalamazoo Garden Council in September.
Announcements
Why Plant Native?
If you've heard about the movement to plant more native species but wonder why is it important, the following resources will answer your questions!
Dr Barkman’s DIY Deer Repellent
Dr Todd Barkman, professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Western Michigan University,shares his deer repellent recipe with us.
June 17-23, 2024 Michigan Pollinator Week
Governor Whitmer declares June 17-23, 2024 to be Michigan Pollinator Week
Endangered and Threatened Species in Michigan
Dr. Todd Barkman shares a list from the MSU Extension of Endangered and Threatened Species in Michigan.
About the Hazel Wirick Scholarship
An annual scholarship in memory of founder and past president, Hazel Wirick, is presented to a WMU student.
The Importance of Pollinators by Dr. Jeanette Meyer
Did you know that 1/3 of our food is dependent on pollinators which are threatened by climate change?
Western Hills Garden at KGC House
A photo of the Western Hills garden is featured on the cover of the MGC Garden Gate newsletter.
Memory Lane Dedication
The Memorial Garden honors and remembers those who have contributed so much to this organization and to this property.
New Item in Council Shop!
FloraLife® Quick Dip 100 now available!
What are Keystone Native Plants and Why are They so Important?
14% of native plants (the keystones) support 90% of butterfly and moth lepidoptera species.
Eco-friendly Tableware
The Council Shop is now stocked with eco-friendly tableware for purchase.
Spring Blooming Shrubs
Excerpt from GardenGate.com by Garden Gate Staff
Giant Swallowtail
Scientific name: Papillo cresphontes
Higher classification: Swallowtail
Three Surprising Solutions to Climate Change
August Environment Report by Denise Clegg
Invasive Garlic Mustard
Garlic mustard is an exotic invasive plant from Europe...
Consequences of Seemingly Harmless Activity
Are you planning a vacation this year? Going to do some hiking?
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 and picks as well as bases to hold half, full or two blocks of oasis! Floral Fresh water additive in packets and single stem vials …
Kalamazoo Garden Council Shop
Learn Share Grow BUY Do you know about our Council Shop? It’s located on the first floor of the Council House and stocks floral arranging supplies and gardening items for our members. Supplies are bought wholesale, and the savings are passed on to you while a small portion of the sale directly benefits the Council’s …