Recently, RGC members were asked to share their top reasons for joining a garden club; their favorite gardening memories; and why they love to garden. After reading some of their reflections, we hope you will consider sharing your gardening reflections and joining us in one of our favorite pursuits.

Linda B’s top 10 reasons to join a garden club, specifically Roswell Garden Club are:

– Socialize with like-minded people
– Learn about new techniques, products, plant varieties
– Listen to relevant speakers at monthly meetings
– Volunteer to beautify the community
– Help raise funds for worthwhile causes
– Take field trips to interesting locations
– Be part of community service projects
– Participate in plant exchanges
– Contribute to an award-winning organization
– Be part of an active, vibrant, caring group

Linda Lee P relates:

I was retired and had the time to join a club, to get out there. RGC had a meeting. I went. I was a first timer with another friend I’d recently met in church. We sat together. I fell in love with the president, the group, the mission. I joined. Twelve years ago…