By HHS Member Barbara Wilson
To The Haldimand Press
Our January general meeting was held Thursday, January 27, 2022 by Zoom.
Members logged in to enjoy a presentation by our guest speaker, beekeeper Micheline Higgins.
For the past four years her bee yard has produced lots of honey and her presentation of bee facts was very interesting.
CALEDONIA — Haldimand Horticultural Society member Doreen Scott (right) was one of many who helped prepare potted bulbs to be sold at HHS’ Seedy Saturday event on March 26, 2022.
—Photos submitted by Barbara Wilson.
An article I came across discussed the benefits of unpasturized honey as a rooting hormone. Honey has anti-fungus and anti-bacterial properties and protects the cuttings from pathogens; it allows the natural rooting hormones in the cutting to stimulate root growth. Succulents can also be dipped in honey and placed on top of the potting soil. In a few weeks time, the roots will start growing from the lower part of the leaves.
Honey can be used for water propagation, too. Dip the cutting in the honey, put straight in water, and once the root gets to be about one inch in length it can be potted.
Upcoming Events
February General Meeting; Thursday, February 24 – 7:30 p.m. Guest speaker will be Darren Heimbecker from Whistling Gardens.
March General Meeting; Thursday, March 24 – 7:30 p.m. Guest Speaker will be Teresa Baid-Rock on Easter arrangements.
Seedy Saturday; March 26 – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. At the Riverside Exhibition Centre. Our theme for the day will be “The Year of the Garden” featuring seed exchanges, workshops, speakers, a Youth Craft Table, and more. Members have planted bulbs in pots that will be offered for sale on this day.
If you love gardening and nature, follow HHS on Facebook and our website. If you are interested in becoming a member or want to know more about what we do in our community, email haldimandhorticulture@gmail.com.
Haldimand Horticulture Society is a club for all gardeners. We grow friendships, as well as gardens that help beautify our communities.
