February 24, 7pm: Paul Gellatly, The Tattooed Gardener “Tropical Treasures”

Join us in welcoming The Tattooed Gardener, Paul Gellatly, to our stage.  Paul will speak to us about TROPICAL TREASURES.  Here’s how Paul describes the talk:  What is the most you’ve spent on a tropical plant?  $50…$100…$250… How about $12000?  Previously the Curatorial Gardener for one of Canada’s largest Tropical Plant Collections, and the former Director of Horticulture for the Toronto Botanical Garden; Paul has a personal collection of 800+ tropical plants, including many rare and unusual specimens sourced from collectors worldwide. He has followed the recent surge of Tropical Plant Collectors, from imports to auctions, and will share with you the history, the trends, the opportunities, and a glimpse into his personal plant collection. 

With over 30 years in the Horticulture Industry, The Tattooed Gardener is inspiring people from every generation, and sharing his love and passion for all things plants.  He is currently the Vice-President for the Etobicoke Horticultural Society; has experience as the Director of Horticulture at the Toronto Botanical Garden, and Curatorial Gardener at the Toronto Zoo; Paul has industry experience in every corner of the industry and has also been featured on Visionary Gardeners Season 1.  From Hybridizing to Garden Design, he has a passion for rare and unusual plants.  Join him as he walks down this winding road of Horticulture.

Join us for another great presentation offered to our membership.  And we’re staying on Zoom for this meeting so that none of us need worry about unpredictable February weather!  We’re planning to be back in person in March.