Welcome to the Garfield Park Master Gardener Association (GPMGA).

The goals of the GPMGA are to share knowledge about gardening with our members and others and offer volunteer opportunities.

GPMGA’s Next Meeting: April 16

Our April meeting is a joint meeting with Marion County Master Gardeners on Thursday, April 16, at 6:30 p.m. at Northminster Presbyterian Church (1660 Kessler Boulevard, East Drive, Indianapolis).
 
Come and make new friends and reconnect with old friends. We will have a very short business meeting to leave plenty of time to socialize. Be prepared to play a fun game to “break the ice” at the beginning of the meeting.
 
Everyone wants to know about hydrangeas, says John Chapin of Tree Frog Gardens. People ask: What varieties are best to grow in our Indiana gardens? Are there any native species of hydrangea? Which hydrangeas are the “fussy” ones? Should I grow them? And how or when do I prune my plants?
 
On April 16, we will hear all about hydrangeas from this expert gardener in his presentation De-Mystifying Hydrangeas. Chapin will present a slideshow detailing how to select, plant and care for hydrangeas. Chapin also will discuss the best pruning practices to ensure the best blooms, how and when to fertilize your plant, and tackling tricky plant problems.
 
Bring your questions and your checkbook, because John also will offer one-quart hydrangeas for sale that evening for $16 each.
 
Chapin is the owner of Tree Frog Gardens near Danville. He is a retired elementary school teacher who created beautiful gardens at his home. He also sells nursery stock (twice a year, usually) with many unusual or hard-to-find plants. You can find him on Facebook at Tree Frog Gardens or join his mailing list.


2026 GPMGA Meeting Dates

  • January – No membership meeting; Only GPMGA Board meets
  • February 11
  • March 11
  • April 8
  • May 13
  • June 10
  • July 8
  • August 12
  • September 9
  • October 14
  • November 11
  • December 9

GPMGA Meetings and Locations

At present, the meetings occur  on the 2nd Wednesday of the month February through December and feature both a program and a business meeting. We meet either virtually or at the Garfield Park Conservatory(accessible through the entrance by the Children’s Garden).  Exceptions include off-site field trips (typically in April and September) and our annual picnic (typically held in July at the shelter near the Arts Center in Garfield Park). If you require an accommodation or special assistance to attend these meetings due to a disability, please contact us at 317-275-9286. Some accommodations may require a 2-week notice.