If I were to ask you the first thing that comes to mind when you think of the word hydroponics, there’s a good chance you would picture a large indoor space, with rows of fancy, modern LED lights attached to sleek shelves full of produce like tomatoes or lettuce. Or maybe you picture one ofContinueContinue reading “Learning About Hydroponics & How to Practice the Kratky Method”
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Marigold Seeds to Seedlings
Starting marigolds from seed So you got some marigold seed from one of our tabling events, and now you need to know what to do with them. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Sow the seeds roughly 4–6 weeks before the last frost date in your area. (That’s the average date in spring when freezingContinueContinue reading “Marigold Seeds to Seedlings”
A Reflection on How Community Building Is Integral to Environmental Action: ABCompost
ABCompost started as a group of students hoping to bring more hands-on composting to the campus…
Volunteer Opportunity: Greenhouse Outreach & Events Volunteer Team
As an Outreach Volunteer, you will work alongside fellow student volunteers, board members, and our Outreach & Communications Coordinator. Your primary responsibilities will include engaging with the public, assisting with event logistics, and helping to promote the greenhouse’s mission within the community…
Why Harvesting Compost is the Bane of My Existence (And What Changed That a Little)
As much as I love worms and vermicomposting, one of the things I dread most about my job is harvesting compost. No matter what techniques or tools I try, the process is always the same: sorting through dense, rich worm castings and painstakingly removing the worms by hand …
TWO Herbal Garden Internships (Spring/Summer 2026) — POSITIONS FILLED
The Concordia Greenhouse Project is seeking two enthusiastic Herbal Garden Interns as part of their City Herbal Apprenticeship Program (CHAP) to join our team in supporting the care and maintenance of our perennial herb garden at the Loyola Campus. Working alongside the CHAP Coordinator and Concordia Greenhouse Project staff, the interns will gain hands-on experience…
April & May Programming
This April 22nd we will be hosting a series of Earth day workshops to help you get through the Finals Slump. Come learn how to take care of plants, drink some tea with our bestie Nico from Co-op, or find out what a “low-buy” year is with Catherine from ABCompost. Plant Care 101 SeriesWhen :: April 22 (11h00 – 12h30)Where :: 7th floorContinueContinue reading “April & May Programming”
2025 – 2026 Board of Directors Applications
The Concordia Greenhouse is hosting our Annual General Meeting on Monday, January 19th, 2026. This years Board of Directors applicants are: Leila WilmanUndergraduate Hello! My name is Leila Wilman, and I would love to be considered for the Board Member position as a part of the Concordia Greenhouse committee. I am a second year student here at Concordia University,ContinueContinue reading “2025 – 2026 Board of Directors Applications”
** UPDATED ** Concordia Greenhouse Project – Annual General Meeting (Jan 19, 2026)
The Concordia Greenhouse Project will be hosting our Annual General Meeting on January 19, 2026 @ 6pm. This year our meeting will be held virtually on Zoom and you can register via this link. At our meeting there will be presentations covering: the closure of the 13th floor and our pivot to the space onContinueContinue reading “** UPDATED ** Concordia Greenhouse Project – Annual General Meeting (Jan 19, 2026)”
It’s That Time of Year Again … Our House Plant Sale Is Back on October 29th!
The Concordia Greenhouse is thrilled to announce the return of our House Plant Sale! We’re always looking for ways to give back to our community, those who’ve supported us through thick and thin, and what better way than by helping you bring a little more green into your everyday life?