The Society was formed in 1929. Initially it aimed to foster the spirit of gardening in Australia’s very new national capital so that Canberra might become a ‘garden city’. The Society has been involved in many activities over the years including: seed distribution to members, planning the National Rose Garden, garden and flower competitions, public talks and floral displays, as well as the present day Shows, Bruce Demonstration Garden, and production of The Canberra Gardener.
The Society will hold its Spring Bulb and Camellia Show on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September, at the Abbey Convention Centre in Gold Creek. Other shows to follow in October and November. Members of the public welcome.
The Society will hold rose and fruit tree pruning demonstrations on Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 July. Members of the public welcome. For more information, go to Upcoming Events below. Other activities are also resuming, with an Information Evening to be held in August.
Owing to the COVID-19 pandemic, the World Daffodil Convention which was to be held in Canberra from 17-21 September has been cancelled. However, the HSOC is still intending to hold its Spring Bulb and Camellia Show from 18-20 September.
