Willow Glen Garden Club

04/14/2026

Do you love Dahlias? Join us for a talk on “PROPAGATING DAHLIAS”

* DATE: Tuesday, April 21
* TIME: 6:30-7:00pm Social Time; 7:00-8:00pm Gardening Talk: 8:00-8:30pm Member Business
* TOPIC: Propagating Dahlias
* LOCATION: Willow Glen United Methodist Church (Wesley Room), 1420 Newport Ave (corner of Minnesota Ave)
* COST for NON-MEMBERS: Suggested $10 donation. (Non-members can attend up to two of our meetings as a guest.)

At this month’s monthly member meeting, UC Master Gardner Kira Wetzel, an accomplished dahlia grower, will share her passion for dahlias and tips for successful propagation.

If you're considering joining a garden club or just interested in this month's activity, come check us out

04/03/2026

UC Master Gardener of SC County Spring Garden Fair is just a few weeks away. It's a gardener's delight!

Our annual Spring Garden Fair is held at our Martial Cottle Park Demonstration Garden in San Jose. You can shop our plant sale, stroll through our gardens, attend a talk, and bring your plant, soil, pest, and tool questions to our Information tables.

04/02/2026

You’re Invited: “PROPAGATING DAHLIAS”

* DATE: Tuesday, April 21
* TIME: 6:30-7:00pm Social Time; 7:00-8:00pm Gardening Talk: 8:00-8:30pm Member Business
* TOPIC: Propagating Dahlias
* LOCATION: Willow Glen United Methodist Church (Wesley Room), 1420 Newport Ave (corner of Minnesota Ave)
* COST for NON-MEMBERS: Suggested $10 donation. (Non-members can attend up to two of our meetings as a guest.)

At this month’s monthly member meeting, UC Master Gardner Kira Wetzel, an accomplished dahlia grower, will share her passion for dahlias and tips for successful propagation.

If you're considering joining a garden club or just interested in this month's activity, come check us out!

02/14/2026

“A World of Plants Without Soil” – JOIN US ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17

Have you ever seen a plant that seems to grow out of thin air? They're called tillandsias, and they're some of the most unique and surprisingly simple plants to care for. Often called "air plants", they thrive without soil, making them a wonderfully simple and versatile addition to any space. In this month’s talk, you will learn the basics of tillandsia care - from watering and light to creative ways to display them. You’ll also learn how to cultivate your own impressive collection.

* TIME/DATE: Tuesday, Feb 17 at 6:30-8:30pm
* TOPIC: A World of Plants Without Soil
* LOCATION: Willow Glen United Methodist Church (Wesley Room), 1420 Newport Ave (corner of Minnesota Ave)
* SPEAKER: UC Master Gardener, Laura Westley
* COST for NON-MEMBERS: Suggested $10 donation. (Non-members can attend up to two of our meetings as a guest.)

If you're considering joining a garden club or just interested in this month's activity, come check us out!

01/14/2026

“GARDENING WITH CALIFORNIA NATIVES” – JOIN US ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 20

Alrie Middlebrook, an experienced ecological landscape designer and California native plant specialist will talk with us about the Eat Grow Learn sustainable land use model through native gardens and regenerative farms. Alrie is a strong advocate for native plant use in urban landscapes and has been involved in installing over 1,000 native, sustainable gardens in Northern California. She is the co-author of Designing California Native Gardens - The Plant Community Approach to Artful, Ecological Gardens.

* TIME/DATE: Tuesday, January 20 at 6:30-8:30pm
* TOPIC: Gardening with California Natives
* LOCATION: Willow Glen United Methodist Church (Wesley Room), 1420 Newport Ave (corner of Minnesota Ave)
* COST for NON-MEMBERS: Suggested $10 donation. (Non-members can attend up to two of our meetings as a guest.)

If you're considering joining a garden club or just interested in this month's activity, come check us out!

01/04/2026

You're Invited: "GARDENING WITH CA NATIVES”

Happy New Year and Happy Gardening!! Our January member meeting will include a discussion with Alrie Middlebrook, a professional landscape designer and contractor who focuses on the restoration of California’s diverse plant communities. She is a strong advocate for native plant use in urban landscapes and has been involved in installing over 1,000 native, sustainable gardens in Northern California.

* TIME/DATE: Tuesday, January 20 at 6:30-8:30pm
* TOPIC: Gardening with California Natives
* LOCATION: Willow Glen United Methodist Church (Wesley Room), 1420 Newport Ave (corner of Minnesota Ave)
* COST for NON-MEMBERS: Suggested $10 donation. (Non-members can attend up to two of our meetings as a guest.)

If you're considering joining a garden club or just interested in this month's activity, come check us out!

11/25/2025

Holiday Decorated Pumpkins Created and Delivered!

At our recent November Member meeting, we spent a fun and creative evening learning about and then making nearly 40 pumpkin succulent arrangements that we donated to residents at Lincoln Glen Manor in Willow Glen.

We're grateful to be able to bring this extra bit of joy to our neighbors in the community.

11/13/2025

HELP US BRIGHTEN UP SOMEONE’S DAY

Our November Monthly Member meeting is CRAFT NIGHT! We will be decorating pumpkins to donate to a local Senior Facility in Willow Glen. UC Master Gardener, Sue Neufeld will also talk with us about how to grow succulents and how to decorate pumpkins.

* TIME/DATE: Tuesday, Nov 18 at 6:30pm
* LOCATION: Willow Glen United Methodist Church (Wesley Room), 1420 Newport Ave (corner of Minnesota Ave)

If you're considering joining a garden club or just interested in this month's activity, come check us out!

11/03/2025

LOVE TO CRAFT AND HELP YOUR COMMUNITY?

Our November Monthly Member meeting is CRAFT NIGHT! We will be decorating pumpkins to donate to a local Senior Facility in Willow Glen.

* TIME/DATE: Tuesday, Nov 18 at 6:30pm
* LOCATION: Willow Glen United Methodist Church (Wesley Room), 1420 Newport Ave (corner of Minnesota Ave)

If you're considering joining a garden club or just interested in this month's activity, come check us out!

09/13/2025

“FRAGRANT PLANTS TO DELIGHT THE SENSES” – TUESDAY, September 16

At our monthly meeting, we’ll explore the fascinating connection between fragrant plants and our memories, delving into the “why” and “how” plants produce their delightful aromas. The presenters will also share practical tips and creative ideas for incorporating an array of scented plants into your own garden design and will provide a detailed list of plants that offer a wide spectrum of captivating fragrances.

* TIME/DATE: Tuesday, Sept 16 at 6:30pm
* TOPIC: Fragrant Plants to Delight the Senses
* LOCATION: Willow Glen Methodist Church, Wesley Room
* COST for NON-MEMBERS: Suggested $10 donation. (Non-members can attend up to two of our meetings as a guest.)

Come check us out!

09/11/2025

September is Willow Glen Garden Club's 4-year Anniversary! Here's to many more years of growing together!!!

08/30/2025

“FRAGRANT PLANTS TO DELIGHT THE SENSES” – JOIN US ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16

Join us for an engaging talk by UC Master Gardeners that will awaken your senses and transform your garden! We’ll explore the fascinating connection between fragrant plants and our memories, delving into the “why” and “how” plants produce their delightful aromas. The presenters will also share practical tips and creative ideas for incorporating an array of scented plants into your own garden design and will provide a detailed list of plants that offer a wide spectrum of captivating fragrances.

* TIME/DATE: Tuesday, Sept 16 at 6:30pm
* TOPIC: Fragrant Plants to Delight the Senses
* LOCATION: Willow Glen Methodist Church, Wesley Room
* COST for NON-MEMBERS: Suggested $10 donation. (Non-members can attend up to two of our meetings as a guest.)