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In the past, garden club members were required to exhibit a horticultural specimen and/or participate in one of many floral design categories. In addition to monthly “casual” club events, members participated in regional competitions. The purpose of these shows was to promote interest in horticulture and educate the public.
We no longer judge flower arrangements at our meetings, but we still like to show off our plants! We have used EGC yearbooks from the1960s as guides for what flowers to highlight each month, adding some modern plants and vegetables, as well.
Edwardsville, IL is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7A, with average minimum winter temperatures around 0° F. Most gardeners in the area have heavy, clay soil. The average yearly rainfall is 38 inches.
September 2025
Theme: Zinnias and Peppers
We're in the swing of summer so a lot more than just zinnias. Thanks to EGC members Kathy, Tatiana, Lori for sharing their photos.
August 2025
Theme: Marigolds and Tomatoes
A little bit of everything in this set of photos; plenty of marigolds, but no tomatoes. Everyone agrees, it's been a bag year for tomatoes. Thanks to EGC members Kathy, Tatiana, Denise, Lori and Sue for sharing their photos.
JUNE 2025
Theme: Roses and Hostas
Interesting, although EGC members grow lots of roses, they don't take photos! We've highlighted some wonderful peonies and other spring plants. Thanks to EGC members Lori, Dorothy, Tatiana, Mary and Toni for sharing their photos.
MAY 2025
Theme: Iris and Tulips
Also included are some perennials and spring flowers. Thanks to EGC members Janis, Lori and Anita for sharing their photos.
APRIL 2025
Theme: Flowering Branches & Shrubs Also included are some spring flowering perennials. Thanks to EGC members Toni, Maureen, Diane and Alana for sharing their photos.
March 2025
Theme: Narcissus (our club flower). Also included are a wide variety of spring bulbs. Thanks to EGC members Toni, Tatiana, Janet, Mary Ellen and Alana for sharing their photos.
UPCOMING SLIDESHOWS:
April 2025 – flowering branchs and shrubs
May 2025 – iris or tulips
June 2025 – roses or hostas
July 2025 – daylilys, begonias or wildlife in the garden
August 2025 – marigolds, tomatos or pet dogs in the garden
September 2025 – zinnias, peppers or pet cats in the garden
October 2025 – dahlias, asters or grasses (not lawn)
November 2025 – chrysanthemums, squash or gourds
December 2025 – evergreens, garden art
January 2026 – houseplants, succulents and greenhouses
February 2026 -ferns, plants with interesting bark, birds in the garden
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