Get Ready to Garden and Save Big with Fundy Gardeners 2026

 Spring is Here: Get Ready to Garden and Save Big with Fundy Gardeners 

Finally, the days are getting longer, the birds are chirping, and the smell of fresh earth is in the air. Spring has officially arrived, and it's time to get our hands dirty in the garden!

After a long, cold winter, there's nothing more satisfying than seeing those first little sprouts of green. It's a season of hope, growth, and endless possibilities for your outdoor space. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this is the perfect time to plan your dream garden, fill your pots with colorful flowers, and nurture your own fresh herbs and vegetables.

Ready to get started? Here are a few tips for getting your garden spring-ready:

• Prep the soil: Add compost or manure to nourish your soil and prepare it for planting.

• Clean up: Remove any debris, dead leaves, and weeds from your garden beds.

• Plan your planting: Decide what you want to grow and where you want to plant it.

• Start seeds indoors: Get a head start on your gardening season by starting seeds indoors.

 

And to celebrate the arrival of spring, club members receive a discount from the supporting businesses see the discount list on the blog or go to  Discounts page.

 This is the perfect opportunity to stock up on all your gardening needs,

This offer is valid until [Insert Expiration Date]. Don't miss out on this incredible chance to save!

Remember to show your 2026 membership at the start of your purchase.

Fundy Gardeners October Meeting

🌸🌿 What a Wonderful Gardening Season! 🌿🌸

As summer comes to a close, we’re celebrating the joy, learning, and community shared by the Fundy Gardener Clubacross Greater Saint John.

🌱 Our mission: “To provide a forum for gardeners to share their interest in and enthusiasm for gardening.”

✨ This season we enjoyed:
🌼 18 scheduled Garden Tours
🌼 8 surprise “Pop-Up” Tours
🌼 A special 30th Anniversary Garden Tour & Celebration 🎉
🌼 3 tours kindly hosted by non-members
🌼 Seasons in the Garden – where two gardening mentors shared tips and showed how their gardens change from spring to fall

From Saint Martins to Kingston Peninsula, from Rothesay to Hampton, and every corner in between, our gardeners opened their gates, shared their passion, and welcomed fellow garden lovers. 💚

👏 A big thank you to all the gardeners who hosted tours and events — your hard work and pride shone through!

🌟 Special thanks as well to our tour organizers and our amazing email guru for keeping everything running smoothly and everyone connected.

Here’s to another season of growing, sharing, and celebrating the joy of gardening together! 🌿💚🌸

Car Boot Sale - June 11th

 No Boots for sale, put Garden Plants and other Garden Items. 

Fundy Gardeners meeting. April 2nd,

 

Fundy Gardeners April Meeting – Join Us!

Spring is here, and so is our next Fundy Gardeners meeting! 🌿🌸 

Wednesday, April 2nd, at 7 PM at St. James-the-Less Church in Rothesay.

This month, we’re thrilled to welcome Oksana Posatka from Galbraith Florists, who will be presenting "Blooming Sustainability: Rethinking Floral Practices for a Greener Future."

Please remember to bring and wear your membership card.

Volunteers Needed!
Setting up the hall/gym at 6 PM, and I’d appreciate any helping hands. 

The business meeting will be held in the church so their team can dismantle their stage.

Membership Renewal / Door Prizes / 50/50 Tickets
Membership renewals for 2025 will be available:
🌱 $20 per individual
🌱 $30 per spouse/partner

50/50 tickets will also be available—don't miss your chance!

Sharing Table
We’re bringing back the Sharing Table! If you have extra seeds, bulbs, cuttings, plants, or any garden-related items, feel free to bring them along. These treasures are free for members to take.

🌿 Fundy Gardens March Meeting – Wednesday, March 5, 2025 🌿

 🌿 March Meeting – Wednesday, March 5, 2025 - 7:00 P.M. 🌿

We can’t wait to see everyone in person again!

This month, we’re excited to welcome Kevin and Mary Armstrong from Weatherbys Peak Berry Orchard as our guest speakers. They’ll be ja Haskap jam, jelly and syrup. so don’t miss this opportunity! Please remember that plants cannot be brought into the Sanctuary—be sure to place your purchases in your vehicle before the presentation begins.

🌱 The Sharing Table is Back! 🌱

Bring along any gardening items you’d like to give away—seeds, cuttings, plants, bulbs, pots, tools, and more. Last year’s exchange was a big success, so let’s keep the tradition going!

🌼 2025 Memberships Available!

Purchase yours between 6:30 - 7:00 PM

💲 $20 Single | 💲 $30Couple

Membership Perks Include:

🌿 Connecting with fellow gardeners

📚 Monthly meetings with engaging, knowledgeable speakers

🎁 Door prizes, giveaways & delicious refreshments

🛍️ Discounts (10-21%) at 20+ garden centers & nurseries

🌸 Workshops, plant sales & auctions

🚌 Garden tours, bus trips & mystery tours

🎉 Special garden events & seasonal celebrations

🎄 Annual Christmas potluck & more!

A huge thank you to all our wonderful volunteers—your dedication keeps our club thriving! See you there! 💚

September 2024 Meeting

 

Fundy Gardeners - Agenda   Meeting at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, September 4, 2024 - at St. James The Less   FG Mission:  To provide a forum for gardeners to share their interest in  and enthusiasm for gardening
1.	Welcome	Chair, Judith Arbow
2.	Introduction of Speaker “Developing a Fern Gallery & Rock Wall” Jim Goltz	Lynn Kinsella
	15 minute break.  Get to know someone new to you!Wear/show your membership card.  Seed swap, sharing table	All
3.	Business Meeting	Chair, Judith Arbow Scribe: Yolanda Kippers
a.	Meeting Agenda – for approval as circulated unless errors or modifications are identified
b.	Minutes of June 5, for approval as circulated unless errors or modifications are identified
4.	New Business
a.	Treasurer’s Report	Paula Manuel
b.	Committee Chair Updates   (Workshops, Garden Tours, Bus Tours, Discounts, Special Projects, Nominations, Publicity)	Committee Chairs
5.	Announcements  • BBQ, September 15, 2024 • “Enjoy Life Expo for 50+”	Judith Arbow
6.	Review Action Items (if any)	Judith Arbow
7.	Door Prizes, 50/50, Book Sales update	Trish Dorrans/Lynn Matthews Ann Marie Patterson Elaine Hooper
8.	Next Meeting – 7:00 pm on October 2, 2024 In person at St. James The Less