Petersburg is to promote an interest and appreciation for horticulture, floral and landscape design, by mentoring youth and promoting conservation of our natural resources for our members and community through educational, charitable and social activities in an atmosphere of camaraderie
and respect. PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES:
The general objectives and purposes for which the corporation is organized shall be:
to promote an interest in gardens; to stimulate the study of wildflowers and native plants; to work for the preservation and conservation of our natural beauty and resources; to encourage the study of the art of landscape and floral design; to cooperate in all efforts for civic beautification; to establish, care for and maintain a park or area in St. Petersburg known as "The Garden Club of St. Petersburg", the said
Center to be maintained and preserved as a model exhibit or park by reason of the planting of flowers, shrubs, trees, and the preservation of natural beauty thereon. This is a non-profit association for the purpose of engaging in activities which are charitable, educational and scientific within the meaning of Section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 (or the corresponding provision of any future United
States Internal Revenue Law). The above is from our Bylaws, Article II and Article II of our Articles of Incorporation. HISTORY:
The Garden Club of St. Petersburg began in 1928 with 47 Charter Members. In the first year there were two circles, North Shore and Heights. The Club was federated in 1930 with seven circles. The Club has become one independent club as of June 1, 2021. All information regarding G.C.S.P. can be found on the website and in the Yearbook. A general meeting for all members is held at least five (5) times each year
at the Garden Center. Each featured program follows the purpose of the National Garden Clubs, Inc. as well as our Mission Statement. Interest groups meet as often as members elect. INTEREST GROUPS:
Night Gardeners - Previously known as the Night Bloomers, this energetic group of both working and retired individuals meets on the second Tuesday of each month (year round) at 6:30 pm. The group was founded in 2008 in response to a community need for evening horticultural programs. The Night Gardeners sponsor the Horticulture for Weekend Gardener Series providing information for evening horticulture programs. Floral Design Group - Founded: 1969 - Floral Design (Flower Arranging) is primarily interested in the promotion of the art of creative floral design, particularly for competition in a Flower Show. The meetings focus on instructions, demonstrations and workshops by various program presenters, with the ultimate goal of participation in Flower Shows, as well as personal enjoyment. Garden Variety - Once known as the Dracaena circle, founded in 1955, Garden Variety Interest group meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 12:30 pm. At the Garden Center unless noted differently in the calendar The variety of interests within this group is evidenced by the programs and activities planned monthly from September to May. The focus of this group is horticulture and related subjects. Garden Buds - A newly formed union of prior circles Jungle, founded 1929, and Daylily Circle founded in 2014, have come together as Garden Buds. We have a strong interest in horticulture, we affirmed that by establishing a committee devoted to the creation of a gardening support community within the group. This active group alternates programs with field trips for a truly hands on gardening experience. Meetings: 2th Thursday of the month at 10:30 am at the Garden Center. Creative Crafts - The Garden Club of St. Petersburg welcomes all adults to our Creative Craft Programs which are offered at the Garden Center on the first Monday of the month. (or second Monday if the first is a holiday,) from September through May. Cost is $4 for G.C.S.P. members and $5 for guests for the materials. The class is from 10.00 am to noon
