Upcoming Events
Thursday April 10, 2025 7pm: Ecological Gardening with Jane Reksten
Embracing plants as more than their flowers. Looking at their form and structure and how they “own their keep”.
Complete Thurs March 13, 2025, 7:00pm: “Fynbos: Floral Gems in an Unpromising Landscape” with Marilyn Mayall
Title: Fynbos: Floral Gems in an Unpromising Landscape Location: This will be a hybrid talk on zoom and in person at the Lakeview Community Association Hall 6110 – 34th Street SW. Parking is free. Short description: Fynbos- the somewhat dismissive term used by...
Complete Thurs Feb 6, 2025, 7:00pm: “Woodland Treasures” with John Lonsdale
This is a Zoom-only talk. John Lonsdale will discuss a wide variety of the many unusual and beautiful woodland plants which he grows in his USDA zone 6b garden in Exton, PA. The presentation will highlight genera such as Trillium,...
Calgary Rock & Alpine Garden Society (CRAGS) is a group interested in growing alpine plants in Calgary’s challenging climate. Alpine plants are perennials found near or above the tree line in mountainous areas.
Why garden with rock and alpine plants?
- compact size means more variety in a small space
- hardy plants, well-suited to Calgary’s climate
- unique and diverse plants from the mountain regions of the world
- small troughs or large crevice gardens can be showcases
- native plants support pollinators
- use of rocks and alpine plants is inspired by nature
Join CRAGS and learn from interesting speakers about plants, garden design, and travel by plant-lovers, enjoy workshops to advance your gardening skills, be inspired by local garden tours (members only), get friendly advice and support, and make new friends in a small club.
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