Join us at the Philadelphia Flower Show!
Tuesday, March 5, 7am to 7pm
$100 - all inclusive
This price includes bus transportation (with WC), entrance fee, catered breakfast and afternoon snack en route. There is plenty of storage space under the bus for purchases. We are determined to enjoy this trip in style!
Click the RSVP link to let us know
We need to know how many members can join us. You can say “yes” and register, “maybe” and we will contact you later, or “no” if you cannot make it. Please let us know even if your answer is “no”! It really helps with planning. Your RSVP does not commit you: we will only require a commitment when you reserve your seat.
Open to GCOG members and their guests
We will also invite members of Riverside Garden Club and Shippan Garden Club on Monday, January 14.
Comfortable walking shoes recommended.
Here is a suggested itinerary, although we are all free to spend our day as we see fit.
9:45: Arrive via motorcoach at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, located at the corner of 12th and Arch Streets. Enter the doors and proceed up the escalator to enter the Show in Halls A, B and C.
10 – 12: Explore the Flower Show’s Central Feature. From the large-scale landscape and floral designers to the intricate jewelry and miniature settings in the Design Gallerythere is something for everyone to enjoy. The designers capture the magic of the theme and go to impressive lengths to create a lasting memory that will be sure to wow.
12 – 1: Time for lunch. Head to the Grand Hall and visit our new Food Court with ample seating and delicious food offerings. For an even larger variety, get your hand stamped for re-entry and head to the Reading Terminal Market located directly across the street from the Flower Show. The Market has been a staple of Philadelphia foods and culture since 1893.
1 – 2: Check out the hundreds of award winning plants submitted for judging in the PHS Hamilton Horticourt. The Horticourt celebrates the beauty of container-grown plants and the skills of their owners. The entries include a vast variety of bulbs, succulents, tropicals, hanging baskets, terrariums and orchids.
2 – 4: PHS brings you the newest trends and innovative techniques in gardening and horticulture. Take a seat and listen to a horticulture industry expert at the Designer’s and Gardener’s Studio. The Designer’s Studio features top floral designers in fun-filled competitions and lively how-to gardening demos. In the Gardener’s Studio, gardening and greening experts share their passion and expertise in hands-on demos.
4: Board your motorcoach bound for home filled with inspirations, tips and ideas to satisfy your craving to get your garden started indoors and out.
Upcoming Events
Some of these events are for GCOG members only. Non-members can check out our Welcome page for open events.
Horticulture Forms
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Submit Expenses for Reimbursement
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