Dutton Dunwich Horticultural Society
First meeting of 2026 will be Monday March 16. Everyone is welcome!
About us
The DDHS was formed in 1997, to share information on horticulture and maintain gardens to beautify the town.
On the left is our latest project, renewal of the garden bed at the Dutton Dunwich Fire Hall with the DD logo and planter pots that will be changed seasonally. Councillor Henry Dryfhout and DDHS Board Members are pictured.
DDHS is a member of Ontario Horticultural Association District 10, and receives financial support from the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food, and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) and the Municipality of Dutton-Dunwich. Fundraising and many active volunteers are the backbone of our group.
Monthly meetings feature guest speakers, activities, crafts, and sharing information. We also tour gardens and hold social events.
We would love to have you join our meetings or volunteer with us! We have lots of opportunities for short-term flexible volunteer work.
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Email: duttondunwichhortsociety@gmail.com
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Membership is only $15 a year!
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Why Join?
I moved to Dutton in 2020 and didn't know anyone. I joined the horticultural society and the members have welcomed me and made me feel like I belong in this town! They have taught me lots about plants and gardening.
Georgi
I joined the Dutton Dunwich Horticultural Society in November 2016. It was a great way to meet people & to better my knowledge of gardening. Small community with big hearts. Debbie
I always admired the city gardens in my hometown of Sudbury. I saw people hard at work and wished that I had the time to be part of making my town beautiful. So when I retired and moved to Iona, I discovered that there was the Dutton Horticultural Society that did just that! I attended their Strawberry Social where I met so many nice people. I was new in town so this was the best way for me to meet new people and fulfill my wish of contributing to making my new town beautiful. Julie
Monday March 16 2026 |
Plant Swap and Guest Speaker Container GardeningRosemarie Zalich, Master Gardener, will share the secrets to creating beautiful containers. Join us to kick off the 2026 DDHS season. Bring a plant or seeds to share, and get something new for your collection. Everyone is welcome, you do not have to bring a plant or seeds to attend, and there are usually enough items for those who want them. |
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7:00 p.m. at Dunwich United Church |
Monday April 20 2026 |
Gardening for Bees, Birds, and ButterfliesMike Prong, owner of EcoScape Creations, brings his expertise and enthusiastic presentation style to Dutton. Learn about attracting pollinators to your yard and creating a sustainable garden habitat. |
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7:00 p.m. at Dunwich United Church |
Tuesday May 19 2026 |
Plant Bingo & Salad BowlA fun night to compete with friends for a chance to win the best prizes -- PLANTS! We are also trying a new version of the ever-popular salad bowl meeting -- instead of planting your lettuce and herbs, we will have them ready for you to take home to create your growing salad bowl. Sign up for the salad bowl plants in advance, and payment required. Details to follow. |
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7:00 p.m. at Dunwich United Church |
Saturday May 23 2026 |
Annual Plant SaleCome early for the best selection of plants at great prices! Donation of plants and bulbs are appreciated in advance of the sale. |
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9:00 a.m. - approx. noon at Centennial Park Dutton (corner of Currie and Shackleton) |
Monday June 15 2026 |
Strawberry SocialStrawberries and cake to celebrate the season! |
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7:00 p.m. at Dunwich United Church |
Monday July 20 2026 |
Garden TourTour a lovely local garden. |
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Location to be announced |
Monday August 17 2026 |
Tea cup floral craft |
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7:00 p.m. at Dunwich United Church |
Monday September 21 2026 |
Creating Living Soil -- presentation by Master Gardener Heather O'Shea |
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7:00 p.m. at Dunwich United Church |
Monday October 19 2026 |
Make a terrariumLearn to make and care for an enclosed terrarium -- all materials supplied. Registration and fee required. |
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7:00 p.m. at Dunwich United Church |
Monday November 2026 |
AGM and Holiday CraftReview the activities of 2026 and make a craft to take home. |
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7:00 p.m. at Dunwich United Church |
Our Board of Directors
Leslie Whittington-Carter, President
Leslie joined the Board in 2018 and became President in 2023. She lives near Wallacetown.
Corry Bachmeier,
Past President
Corry joined DDHS in 2013 and became a Board Member in 2014. She served as President from 2019-2022. Corry lives in Dutton.
Karen Rose,
Treasurer
Karen has been a member of DDHS since 1997 and served as treasurer since 2015. She lives in Dutton.
Dianne Beattie, Secretary
Dianne lives in Wallacetown and has been involved with DDHS since 1998. She has served on the Board for 6 years, and as Secretary since 2019. Dianne maintains the gardens around the South Dunwich Hall and park in Wallacetown.
Debbie Polsky, Director
Debbie joined the DDHS in 2016 when she moved to Dutton after retiring. She joined the Board two years later.
Edith Richardson, Director
Edith served as President from 2014 - 2018. She lives in Dutton and has been involved with the DDHS since 2012.
Julie Henley-Kapaleris, Director
Julie takes care of the Iona planter boxes and manages the DDHS Facebook page. She lives in Iona and has been involved with DDHS since 2014, joining the Board in 2017.
Georgi Denison, Director
Georgi joined the Board in 2023. She has been a member of DDHS for 5 years and lives in Dutton.
Lin McCann, Director
Lin is a lifelong resident of Dunwich, and a DDHS member since 2005. She joined the Board in 2019.
Contact Us
To become a member or renew membership, enter your details below, and send $15 e-transfer to duttondunwichhortsociety@gmail.com