Upcoming Events
Thursday Jan 16 2020: CRAGS Garden Information Session #2
On Thursday Jan 16th from 7:00 to 9:00 pm we welcome you to the another in a series of CRAGS Information Sessions. Join us in this new CRAGS program of informal get-togethers meant to bring experienced and novice gardeners together to share questions and stories. This...
Sunday Jan 26 2020: Greenhouse Design and Management Workshop
Have you been dreaming about a greenhouse for starting seeds and extending the season for your plants? There are still a few spaces left for our Jan 26 Greenhouse Workshop. We are pleased to have as instructor Daniel Walker of Reader Rock Garden, who will cover...
Thursday Feb 13 2020: Marilyn Mayall on “Origins of some Species…and Other Turkish Delights”
Join CRAGS member Marilyn Mayall as she takes us on a trip through Eastern Turkey in the Spring. See some of your garden favourites in their native habitat as well as some species that have not (yet?) made the journey to North America.
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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