Books of the Month-September 2026
This month, we are highlighting books about butterflies, hummingbirds, and frogs.
Announcements
Chihuly at Meijer Gardens
Chihuly at Meijer Gardens The Kalamazoo Garden Council members will spend the day at Meijer Gardens on a guided tram tour of the Chihuly Glass Exterior Exhibit. This is a guided tour with frequent stops for photo shoots and moments of amazement. This is a members-only event. Learn how you could become a member and … Read more
Gardeners Who Influenced American Culture
Gardening has always been more than soil and seeds. It’s a way of shaping how people see their surroundings, how they care for their neighborhoods, and how they imagine the future. Long before environmental policy had a name, women across the country were already doing the work — planting wildflowers, organizing clubs, distributing seeds, and … Read more
Another Successful Flower Show!
Congratulations to our blue ribbon and rosette winners. If you see any errors in this list, please contact Sue Conat with the information. I think everyone was a winner- you all made it a beautiful show!” Sue
Earth’s underground fungal network could stretch across 10% of the Milky Way
On Thursday, June 11, 2026, researchers published a study in the journal Science revealing the first global map of underground arbuscular mycorrhizal fungal networks stretching 110 quadrillion kilometers through Earth’s topsoil. These symbiotic fungi are critical for planetary health, shuttling around 4 billion metric tons of carbon annually—equal to 11% of human emissions—while supporting trade … Read more
Books to help you with your flower show design
In anticipation of the Council’s Sizzlin’ Summer Flower Show July 17-18, Kathy Kienle is recommending 4 books from our Council’s library …
2026 KGC Annual Meeting
Registration is now open for the Kalamazoo Garden Council Annual Meeting, taking place on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at the beautiful and historic Henderson Castle, 100 Monroe St. at W. Main, Kalamazoo.
Books of the Month-February 2026
This month, we are going from a Japanese theme to a book about a local treasure!
Interested in joining a garden club?
The Kalamazoo Garden Council and its nine member clubs will be at the Wedel’s Spring Flower and Garden Show.
Books of the Month-January 2026
This month we are featuring books about Landscaping with Nature, Landscaping that Saves Energy, and a pocket book about Landscaping Small Gardens. Check them out!
Books of the Month (September, 2025)
Grow a garden for cutting, install a water garden or read about why gardeners garden in this month’s selected books.
Rare rusty-patched bumblebee found in Kalamazoo County
A rare species of bumblebee thought to be extinct in Michigan was recently rediscovered in Kalamazoo.
Books of the Month (August, 2025)
Did you know that our Blanche Babcok library has a wonderful selection of books about Native Plants and Composting? We want to highlight three of these books today.
How To Trim Microplastics From Your Life
Researchers are showing that microplastics can make their way into the brain, heart, lungs, and kidneys, and have found that microplastic levels are higher in the brains of people with dementia.
Find out how to reduce your exposure.
Books of the Month (May, 2025)
Check out these books about Native Plants and the Environment in our private library!
2024 Spotted Lanternfly Tracking
The rapidly spreading spotted lanternfly prefers to feed on the invasive tree-of-heaven (Ailanthus altissima) but also feeds on a wide range of plants, including grapevines and trees such as black walnut, river birch, willow, sumac, and red maple.
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.
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
