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Dutch elm disease alert in the Saskatoon area, click here for more information or to report an elm that looks poorly. The city will check it out.
Dutch elm disease alert in the Saskatoon area, click here for more information or to report an elm that looks poorly. The city will check it out.
2025 Events SPS and other organizations
2025 Events SPS and other organizations
A listing of horticultural happenings and events of non-profit gardening societies, as they become available to us. Postings are at the discretion of the SPS Website Committee.
To announce your event, e-mail bernievangool@sasktel.net.
Memberships to the Saskatchewan Perennial Society sold after July 31st, 2024 will be valid till December 2025.
April 22*** POSTPONED UNTIL FALL
Tuesday, at 7 pm
Trees Against the Wind
Trees Against the Wind
Join William Schroeder as he introduces his book about the history of tree planting on the prairies.
Cliff Wright Auditorium
Lakewood Civic Centre - 1653 McKercher Dr.
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Saturday, July 12, 9:00 am to Noon
Labour and Learn
Labour and Learn
Meet at the Robin Smith Meditation Garden & Heritage Rose Garden at the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo. Please bring your favourite garden tools and help us maintain these gardens. Insect repellent and a water bottle can also come in handy. A $5.00 parking fee is in effect at the park. Tell the attendant that you are a volunteer and the parking fee will be waived.
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Sunday, July 13, 1:00 pm to 4.00 pm
Garden Tour
Garden Tour
This is a self-drive garden tour. Free to the public.
Start Point 1 - 308 Lansdowne Ave. (near Dlish)
Start Point 2 - 2-602 Cartwright St (The Willows)
Spend a relaxing afternoon visiting a variety of Saskatoon gardens, hosted by members and friends.
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Sunday, July 20, 1pm to 5pm
Nest Secret Garden Tour
Nest Secret Garden Tour
Secret garden tour passports are $25.00 and available at Dutch Growers and Early's Garden Centre (Lorne Ave. location)
All proceeds to Nest, a registered charity that helps settle refugee families in Saskatoon.
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Sunday, July 20, 11.00am to 4.00pm
Lilies in Bloom
Lilies in Bloom
Honeywood (Dr. A. J. Porter) Heritage Nursery Inc - Provincial Heritage Site Parkside, Saskatchewan - 306-747-3307 Cell 306-714-8200 - honeywoodn8@gmail.com
Entertainment by local musicians - Food & Refreshments - Great Artisan Displays -Wagon Tours
Admission $10.00 - Children 12 and under Free
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Wednesday, July 23, 6 - 8 pm
Weedy Wednesday
Weedy Wednesday
For those unable to help out on Saturdays we have instituted Weedy Wednesday. Meet at the Robin Smith Meditation Garden & Heritage Rose Garden at the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo. Please bring your favourite garden tools and help us maintain these gardens. Insect repellent and a water bottle can also come in handy. A $5.00 parking fee is in effect at the park. Tell the attendant that you are a volunteer and the parking fee will be waived.
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Sunday, July 27, 1;30 pm
Friends of the Forestry Farm House - Heritage Walking Tour
Friends of the Forestry Farm House - Heritage Walking Tour
Meet at the Superintendent's residence
Superintendent's Residence opens at 1.30 pm for indoor tours
The walking tour departs from the house at 2.30 pm. Learn about the park's history and some of the trees showcased in the park.
More information - Lesley at 306-934-1107
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Saturday, August 9, 9:00 am to Noon
Labour and Learn
Labour and Learn
Meet at the Robin Smith Meditation Garden & Heritage Rose Garden at the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo. Please bring your favourite garden tools and help us maintain these gardens. Insect repellent and a water bottle can also come in handy. A $5.00 parking fee is in effect at the park. Tell the attendant that you are a volunteer and the parking fee will be waived.
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Wednesday, August 20, 6 - 8 pm
Weedy Wednesday
Weedy Wednesday
For those unable to help out on Saturdays we have instituted Weedy Wednesday. Meet at the Robin Smith Meditation Garden & Heritage Rose Garden at the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo. Please bring your favourite garden tools and help us maintain these gardens. Insect repellent and a water bottle can also come in handy. A $5.00 parking fee is in effect at the park. Tell the attendant that you are a volunteer and the parking fee will be waived.
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Thursday, August 28, 7.00 pm
Fall Plant and Seed Exchange
Fall Plant and Seed Exchange
Saskatchewan Perennial Society - Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo Hall
This is a member-only event, but memberships are available at the door. $10.00 for simple membership, $30.00 for a membership with a Gardener Magazine Subscription
Bring perennials to share. Please label your plants and indicate if they like sun or shade.
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Sunday, August 24, 1;30 pm
Friends of the Forestry Farm House - Heritage Walking Tour
Friends of the Forestry Farm House - Heritage Walking Tour
Meet at the Superintendent's residence
Superintendent's Residence opens at 1.30 pm for indoor tours
The walking tour departs from the house at 2.30 pm. Learn about the park's history and some of the trees showcased in the park.
More information - Lesley at 306-934-1107
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Saturday, September 6, 9:00 am to Noon
Labour and Learn
Labour and Learn
Meet at the Robin Smith Meditation Garden & Heritage Rose Garden at the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo. Please bring your favourite garden tools and help us maintain these gardens. Insect repellent and a water bottle can also come in handy. A $5.00 parking fee is in effect at the park. Tell the attendant that you are a volunteer and the parking fee will be waived.
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Wednesday, September 24, 7 pm*** Depending on the availability of venue
Trees Against the Wind
Trees Against the Wind
Join William Schroeder as he introduces his book about the history of treeplanting on the prairies.
Cliff Wright Auditorium
Lakewood Civic Centre - 1653 McKercher Drive
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Saturday, October 4, 9:00 am to Noon
Labour and Learn
Labour and Learn
Meet at the Robin Smith Meditation Garden & Heritage Rose Garden at the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo. Please bring your favourite garden tools and help us maintain these gardens. Insect repellent and a water bottle can also come in handy.
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