Welcome to Naperville Community Gardeners Club for 2025!
Some general info:
All regular meetings and discussions are held in the Fellowship Hall of Knox Presbyterian Church, 1105 Catalpa Lane in Naperville.
Unless otherwise noted, a brief business meeting begins at 7 p.m., followed by Social Time and our Mini Show. Discussions begin 7:30 p.m.
Non-members are welcome to attend any and all discussions as listed below and there is no charge!
Some special events may be for members only.
Questions/Comments? Email the club at [email protected]
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UPCOMING DISCUSSIONS
February 3 Discussion Plant Choices for your home that faces North, South, East, or West
Join Naperville Community Gardeners in a discussion on how to select the best plants for homes facing north, south, east, or west. Bring a sketch of your garden and include some details about each area. Is it sunny all day? Shaded by a tree or a house for part of the day? Shady all day? We’ll discuss the best plants for full sun, full shade and mixed conditions. Learn from others what plants have done well for them in those same conditions. Spend a fun evening with other gardeners sharing your successes or challenges and learning tips and tricks from other gardeners!
March 3 Discussion Growing and Caring for Dahlias
If you’ve always wanted to grow beautiful Dahlias and have questions about how to be successful, join Naperville Community Gardeners for an informative discussion on Growing and Caring for Dahlias. One of our members won awards at the Annual Central States Dahlia Society’s Dahlia Show. She will share tips, lead the discussion and answer questions.
April 7 Discussion Companion Planting
Join us this April as we explore the fascinating world of companion planting! Let’s discuss how plants can benefit from each other, enhance growth, repel pests, and improve overall garden health. Share with us your experiences with companion planting. What has worked and what hasn’t. We’ll talk about plant combinations that help us maximize our garden’s potential. Let’s cultivate our gardening knowledge together!
May 5 Discussion How to Deter Rabbits & Other Hungry Pests
Join us in May for a discussion on strategies to protect our gardens from rabbits and other persistent pests. We’ll discuss natural deterrents, fencing solutions, and companion planting techniques that can help safeguard our plants. Don’t miss out on sharing ideas and experiences with fellow garden enthusiasts!
June 9 Discussion Composting/Vermicomposting/When to Add Compost – All Things Compost!
Join us for an informative discussion on how to successfully compost, the various methods of composting, and different types of composting bins. Learn about the benefits of composting and improve the health and vitality of your garden by using the organic matter generated in your home and yard.
Join Naperville Community Gardeners in a discussion on how to select the best plants for homes facing north, south, east, or west. Bring a sketch of your garden and include some details about each area. Is it sunny all day? Shaded by a tree or a house for part of the day? Shady all day? We’ll discuss the best plants for full sun, full shade and mixed conditions. Learn from others what plants have done well for them in those same conditions. Spend a fun evening with other gardeners sharing your successes or challenges and learning tips and tricks from other gardeners!
March 3 Discussion Growing and Caring for Dahlias
If you’ve always wanted to grow beautiful Dahlias and have questions about how to be successful, join Naperville Community Gardeners for an informative discussion on Growing and Caring for Dahlias. One of our members won awards at the Annual Central States Dahlia Society’s Dahlia Show. She will share tips, lead the discussion and answer questions.
April 7 Discussion Companion Planting
Join us this April as we explore the fascinating world of companion planting! Let’s discuss how plants can benefit from each other, enhance growth, repel pests, and improve overall garden health. Share with us your experiences with companion planting. What has worked and what hasn’t. We’ll talk about plant combinations that help us maximize our garden’s potential. Let’s cultivate our gardening knowledge together!
May 5 Discussion How to Deter Rabbits & Other Hungry Pests
Join us in May for a discussion on strategies to protect our gardens from rabbits and other persistent pests. We’ll discuss natural deterrents, fencing solutions, and companion planting techniques that can help safeguard our plants. Don’t miss out on sharing ideas and experiences with fellow garden enthusiasts!
June 9 Discussion Composting/Vermicomposting/When to Add Compost – All Things Compost!
Join us for an informative discussion on how to successfully compost, the various methods of composting, and different types of composting bins. Learn about the benefits of composting and improve the health and vitality of your garden by using the organic matter generated in your home and yard.
Note that our events as listed only take us through June of 2025. As events are added or changed we will post them here (and of course, you can find info on our Facebook page, linked above). Please check back often for the most up to date information!
Past discussions, for reference of what we've been up to in 2025!
January 13 Discussion Pre-Planning Your Growing Season
As we kick off the new year, it's the perfect time for our gardening community to gather and share ideas about pre-planning for the upcoming growing season. Join us for a relaxed and friendly discussion about how you like to plan your garden!
We'll chat about:
As we kick off the new year, it's the perfect time for our gardening community to gather and share ideas about pre-planning for the upcoming growing season. Join us for a relaxed and friendly discussion about how you like to plan your garden!
We'll chat about:
- Choosing the Right Plants: What are your go-to vegetables and flowers for your garden?
- Plant Rotation Tips: Share your strategies for rotating plants to keep your garden healthy.
- Garden Design and Layout: What layouts have worked best for you in maximizing space and beauty?
- Favorite Resources and Tools: Let's swap recommendations for tools, apps, and local resources that help with planning.