MAY 21, 2026

Derek Churchill will speak on a topic that is part of every gardener’s life: pruning.  His presentation covers the fundamentals of pruning, including why we prune, types of pruning cuts, timing considerations, and understanding plant growth response. From there, he will discuss common pruning mistakes and wrap up with a practical case study to tie everything together.

A bit about Derek’s background:

• Over 20 years of experience in landscape horticulture
• Red Seal Landscape Horticulturist
• Former ISA Certified Arborist with Tree Risk Assessment Qualification
• More than five years teaching landscape horticulture apprenticeship programs (Burnaby Community & Continuing Education and UBC Botanical Garden)
• Has spoken at the BC Home and Garden Show, Vancouver Master Gardener Association, UBC Botanical Garden - Horticulture Training Program and Douglas College Urban Forestry Event

JUNE 18, 2026

In lieu of a speaker for June and a regular meeting, popular consensus is for a garden party hosted by Maria Issa, our co-President.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2026

Following a summer hiatus, the renowned Brian Minter will be our speaker this month!  Given his extreme popularity, our venue location will change to accommodate additional seating.  Details to come.