About

History & Mission

Since 1857, our Society has been dedicated to preserving the horticultural heritage in Fergus, and our Society members work hard to enhance our community’s natural beauty.

The Fergus Horticultural Society is one of many contributors to a rich community life in Fergus and surrounding areas.

Our Society is a non-profit, volunteer organization under the guidance and support of the Ontario Horticultural Association.

Our Objectives are to encourage interest and improvement in horticulture by:

• holding meetings, respecting the theory and practice of horticulture
• promoting and encouraging community beautification projects
• arranging field trips, contests and exhibitions related to horticulture and the awarding of prizes
• distribution of seeds, plants, bulbs, flowers, trees and shrubs
• promoting the protection of the environment and the therapeutic use of horticulture
• promoting the circulation of horticultural information through the media and online

Monthly meetings and participation in the maintenance of many of the public gardens around Fergus provide our members with many opportunities for the interchange of ideas and learning. In particular it provides opportunities for recent arrivals to meet new friends and integrate into their new community.