# Latest **URL:** https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/latest.md [Latest](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/categories.md) --- ## [Welcome to the CVHS forum](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/welcome-to-the-cvhs-forum/7)
**Author:** [@system](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2020, 12:08am UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/welcome-to-the-cvhs-forum/7 "2020-02-06T00:08:03Z")
Our purpose is to provide education, resources and networking opportunities for gardeners in the Comox Valley. We are a down to earth group with a passion for gardening who want to learn, teach, share, help and inspire. … --- ## [Climate Action Resources from 19 Oct 2026 Talk](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/climate-action-resources-from-19-oct-2026-talk/2135)
**Author:** [@Janelle](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/Janelle)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2026, 12:44am UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/climate-action-resources-from-19-oct-2026-talk/2135 "2026-10-20T00:44:22Z")
Gardening Through Climate Grief: Climate Action in Your Backyard Janelle Gardner 19 October 2026 Books: What If We Get It Right? By Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson Nature’s Best Hope: A New Approach to Conversation That … --- ## [Spring Workshop on Cavity Nesting Bees Recap](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/spring-workshop-on-cavity-nesting-bees-recap/2134)
**Author:** [@CVHS](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/CVHS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2026, 1:00am UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/spring-workshop-on-cavity-nesting-bees-recap/2134 "2026-10-19T01:00:53Z")
As a follow up to our spring workshop on cavity nesting bees, members of CVHS were privileged to spend a couple of hours with a local mason bee expert. Gord demonstrated the fascinating world of the mason bee apiary, ri… --- ## [October 18, 2026 Linda's list: Effects of a warm fall, October tasks](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/october-18-2026-lindas-list-effects-of-a-warm-fall-october-tasks/2133)
**Author:** [@CVHS](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/CVHS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2026, 11:34pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/october-18-2026-lindas-list-effects-of-a-warm-fall-october-tasks/2133 "2026-10-18T23:34:50Z")
From Linda Gilkeson: With the very warm fall weather, thanks to an unusually strong El Niño, even vegetables that were planted late have been able to grow to a good size. I still have zucchini flowers setting fruit in m… --- ## [BC Council of Garden Clubs Bulletin](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/bc-council-of-garden-clubs-bulletin/1187)
**Author:** [@CVHS](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/CVHS)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2026, 1:22am UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/bc-council-of-garden-clubs-bulletin/1187 "2026-10-16T01:22:29Z")
Here is a link to the December 2022 newsletter produced by the BC Council of Garden Clubs (CVHS is a member), It contains some interesting articles plus some lovely photos of purple plants that were submitted from member… --- ## [Minter Country Garden Newsletter](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/minter-country-garden-newsletter/1699)
**Author:** [@CVHS](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/CVHS)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2026, 8:52pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/minter-country-garden-newsletter/1699 "2026-10-08T20:52:44Z")
There is some great information in this month’s Minter Country Garden newsletter…link below: https://us17.campaign-archive.com/?e=e019fd476c&u=b9c844b6ce833df0d3bc31514&id=eeb583e06e --- ## [Too late to plant West Coast Seeds Bee Turf?](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/too-late-to-plant-west-coast-seeds-bee-turf/2129)
**Author:** [@alexdunae](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/alexdunae)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2026, 4:32pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/too-late-to-plant-west-coast-seeds-bee-turf/2129 "2026-10-07T16:32:54Z")
Hi there - first time posting since joining the horticultural society. I’m planning on putting some alternative lawn blend in the part of my yard where kids are still actively playing. I’ve been looking for something gr… --- ## [Notes from the Garden (September 2026)](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/notes-from-the-garden-september-2026/2131)
**Author:** [@wendyvyoung4](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/wendyvyoung4)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2026, 9:36pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/notes-from-the-garden-september-2026/2131 "2026-10-01T21:36:26Z")
For the farmer reaping his whitened fields, For the bounty which the rich soil yields, For the cooling dews and refreshing rains, For the sun which ripens the golden grains, — Edward Smyth Jones (1881-1968) By the t… --- ## [Straw for sale - local](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/straw-for-sale-local/2130)
**Author:** [@wendyvyoung4](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/wendyvyoung4)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2026, 9:33pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/straw-for-sale-local/2130 "2026-10-01T21:33:58Z")
No herbicides or pesticides $14/bale Free delivery may be arranged for 5 or more bales depending on location. Straw is located on Hardy Road. Call or Text 250-338-3327 (Linda Page) --- ## [Wheat Straw for Sale](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/wheat-straw-for-sale/2128)
**Author:** [@pip65](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/pip65)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2026, 2:57am UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/wheat-straw-for-sale/2128 "2026-09-12T02:57:28Z")
Our wheat has been harvested and we have straw for sale at $15/bale. The bales are large and we have never sprayed any herbicides or pesticides on our property. We are located on Hardy Road, behind Paradise Plants. For … --- ## [Sept. 10, 2026 Linda's list: September tasks, late sowing](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/sept-10-2026-lindas-list-september-tasks-late-sowing/2127)
**Author:** [@CVHS](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/CVHS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2026, 2:59pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/sept-10-2026-lindas-list-september-tasks-late-sowing/2127 "2026-09-11T14:59:53Z")
From Linda Gilkeson: As planting winds down and harvesting continues, here are some things to do this month: Tomato pruning: It is time to prune off new shoots and flower clusters on indeterminate (vining) varieties of… --- ## [Spring bulbs for fall planting](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/spring-bulbs-for-fall-planting/2126)
**Author:** [@gardenlore](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/gardenlore)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2026, 4:21pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/spring-bulbs-for-fall-planting/2126 "2026-09-04T16:21:27Z")
Yes, it’s that time of year, and Garden Lore has brought in a curated selection of bulbs that we have grown in our own gardens, and feel are truly garden-worthy. We are commmitted to keeping prices as affordable as poss… --- ## [August 30, 2026 - Open Garden Tour, Warwick Flower Farm, Black Creek](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/august-30-2026-open-garden-tour-warwick-flower-farm-black-creek/2125)
**Author:** [@CVHS](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/CVHS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2026, 12:12am UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/august-30-2026-open-garden-tour-warwick-flower-farm-black-creek/2125 "2026-08-31T00:12:41Z")
The recent showers and overcast skies gave us the perfect backdrop for our final scheduled tour of the season–the incredible colours of the dahlias were absolutely popping! Members and guests were treated to a stunning… --- ## [Best resources for research and info](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/best-resources-for-research-and-info/2123)
**Author:** [@stakahas](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/stakahas)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2026, 7:30pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/best-resources-for-research-and-info/2123 "2026-08-29T19:30:57Z")
Hi all - I was hoping to get some tips for information sources when researching horticultural matters, garden design, etc. I find that I have to sift through a lot of low-quality, seemingly AI-generated articles. I’d mu… --- ## [Ozette heritage potato](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/ozette-heritage-potato/2118)
**Author:** [@Greg\_Hill](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/Greg_Hill)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2026, 6:03pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/ozette-heritage-potato/2118 "2026-08-20T18:03:19Z")
Hi. Does anyone know of a source for the heritage variety potato, ‘Ozette’ or ‘Haida” ? I would like to grow some this coming year if I can find some… Thanks. Greg --- ## [Youth Climate Corps Event - August 23rd](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/youth-climate-corps-event-august-23rd/2122)
**Author:** [@wendyvyoung4](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/wendyvyoung4)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2026, 4:21am UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/youth-climate-corps-event-august-23rd/2122 "2026-08-20T04:21:00Z")
--- ## [Coral Cactus Plant Question](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/coral-cactus-plant-question/2121)
**Author:** [@CVHS](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/CVHS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2026, 8:28pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/coral-cactus-plant-question/2121 "2026-08-16T20:28:08Z")
We are sharing the question below that was received recently via email so other members may benefit from the answer provided by Milner Gardens & Woodland’s Gardening Advice line (a partnership between Vancouver Island Un… --- ## [August 15, 2026 - CVHS Summer Social](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/august-15-2026-cvhs-summer-social/2120)
**Author:** [@CVHS](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/CVHS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2026, 7:35pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/august-15-2026-cvhs-summer-social/2120 "2026-08-16T19:35:51Z")
Our annual Summer Social was a wonderful success! Attendees enjoyed a beautiful, sunny day exploring the grounds at Paradise Plants in North Courtenay, including the very entertaining cedar hedge maze. More than 200 peo… --- ## [August 13, 2026 Linda’s List: Sow winter green, Spinach day, edit the garden](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/august-13-2026-linda-s-list-sow-winter-green-spinach-day-edit-the-garden/2119)
**Author:** [@CVHS](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/CVHS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2026, 6:00pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/august-13-2026-linda-s-list-sow-winter-green-spinach-day-edit-the-garden/2119 "2026-08-14T18:00:35Z")
From Linda Gilkeson: With harvesting and preserving vegetables and fruit in full swing now, don’t forget to sow more seeds to keep the harvest going all winter. And also remember that seedbeds need careful attention to … --- ## [Holes in Tomatoes](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/holes-in-tomatoes/2116)
**Author:** [@Quackers](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/Quackers)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2026, 5:45pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/holes-in-tomatoes/2116 "2026-08-12T17:45:50Z")
Does anyone have an idea what may be eating my tomatoes? --- ## [Phlox, Pink - For free](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/phlox-pink-for-free/2117)
**Author:** [@stakahas](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/stakahas)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2026, 4:19am UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/phlox-pink-for-free/2117 "2026-08-05T04:19:22Z")
Hi, I have several healthy and happy phlox plants I’m editing out of my borders. They’re quite hot pink, not my thing but maybe you will appreciate them. I’ll leave them in ground until they’re claimed. Cheers --- ## [Sweeter raspberries?](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/sweeter-raspberries/2094)
**Author:** [@nielsen.wynn](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/nielsen.wynn)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2026, 5:29pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/sweeter-raspberries/2094 "2026-08-01T17:29:31Z")
Is there any way to make raspberries sweeter? I have several varieties growing where they don’t get a lot of attention and they produce but not very tasty or sweet berries. More water? Manure? --- ## [What gardeners need to know about invasive plants by Whitney Peek](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/what-gardeners-need-to-know-about-invasive-plants-by-whitney-peek/2114)
**Author:** [@wendyvyoung4](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/wendyvyoung4)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2026, 5:10pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/what-gardeners-need-to-know-about-invasive-plants-by-whitney-peek/2114 "2026-07-30T17:10:13Z")
When I am volunteering at the Master Gardener table, some of my favourite questions are about invasive plants. Yes, really! Since we will all likely encounter an invasive plant at some point, here are some of the most co… --- ## [Volunteers Needed for CVHS Summer Social - August 15th](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/volunteers-needed-for-cvhs-summer-social-august-15th/2115)
**Author:** [@wendyvyoung4](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/wendyvyoung4)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2026, 5:23am UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/volunteers-needed-for-cvhs-summer-social-august-15th/2115 "2026-07-30T05:23:52Z")
We’re getting ready for our CVHS Annual Summer Social at Paradise Plants Garden Centre on Saturday, August 15th from noon to 4:00 pm, and we’re looking for a few more volunteers to help make the day run smoothly. The Sum… --- ## [Rabbit proof fencing](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/rabbit-proof-fencing/2113)
**Author:** [@jballantyne51](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/jballantyne51)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2026, 11:33pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/rabbit-proof-fencing/2113 "2026-07-27T23:33:29Z")
Can anyone recommend a type of fence to rabbit proof a veg garden? I have a deer fence already, but want to add to the bottom. I have read that rabbits easily chew through chicken wire. Thanks --- ## [July 19, 2026 – Open Garden Tour, Lazo North, Comox](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/july-19-2026-open-garden-tour-lazo-north-comox/2111)
**Author:** [@CVHS](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/CVHS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2026, 10:35pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/july-19-2026-open-garden-tour-lazo-north-comox/2111 "2026-07-20T22:35:00Z")
July 19, 2026 – Open Garden Tour, Lazo North, Comox No one would have guessed what lay behind the massive, perfectly clipped cedar hedge on Sunday’s Open Garden Tour. Rounding the corner from the driveway into the backy… --- ## [July 19, 2026 Linda’s List: Bird woes; July sowing; buying winter veggie starts](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/july-19-2026-linda-s-list-bird-woes-july-sowing-buying-winter-veggie-starts/2109)
**Author:** [@CVHS](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/CVHS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2026, 2:25pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/july-19-2026-linda-s-list-bird-woes-july-sowing-buying-winter-veggie-starts/2109 "2026-07-20T14:25:18Z")
From Linda Gilkeson: A higher than usual population of Purple Finches this year, at least in the Gulf Islands and Victoria area, is making the birds unpopular with gardeners. These finches have a taste for tender veget… --- ## [July 18, 2026 – Open Garden Tour, LUSH Valley Tsolum Educational Garden, Courtenay](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/july-18-2026-open-garden-tour-lush-valley-tsolum-educational-garden-courtenay/2107)
**Author:** [@CVHS](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/CVHS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 18, 2026, 10:33pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/july-18-2026-open-garden-tour-lush-valley-tsolum-educational-garden-courtenay/2107 "2026-07-18T22:33:36Z")
During the 24 hours prior to our tour, over 60 ml of rain had fallen and the garden vegetation was true to its namesake—all looking very lush! The dramatic sky, the energy from the adjacent weekly Farmers Market, and th… --- ## [Landscaping Services from LUSH Valley](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/landscaping-services-from-lush-valley/2106)
**Author:** [@CVHS](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/CVHS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 16, 2026, 8:23pm UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/landscaping-services-from-lush-valley/2106 "2026-07-16T20:23:45Z")
The LUSH Valley Food Action Society is valued local non profit. It aims to increase equitable access to nourishing food and build resilient local food systems. The society operates the Comox Valley Food Hub and offers pr… --- ## [CVHS Summer Fruit Tree Pruning Workshops Recap](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/cvhs-summer-fruit-tree-pruning-workshops-recap/2105)
**Author:** [@CVHS](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/u/CVHS)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 16, 2026, 12:30am UTC](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/t/cvhs-summer-fruit-tree-pruning-workshops-recap/2105 "2026-07-16T00:30:48Z")
Our two Summer Fruit Tree Pruning workshops, led by certified arborist Read Guthrie of Red Goose Pruning Co., brought members together for an enjoyable and informative day in a beautiful orchard featuring both large matu… [Next page](https://forum.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca/latest.md?page=1)