Join Our Garden Circles
A welcoming space for all who love gardening, learning, and connecting with nature.
We welcome everyone to explore our Garden Circles and find a community that shares your passion for plants, flowers, and gardening. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced gardener, our Circles offer a place for learning, friendship, and connection. Each Circle meets monthly (except during June and July), with details and meeting times listed in their individual bios. We invite you to join us, get involved, and grow with a group of like-minded garden enthusiasts who are eager to share their knowledge and love of the natural world
Bud N Bloom
Established 1958
Club # 01-120-060
Bud ‘n Bloom has been an active part of the Pensacola Federation of Garden Clubs since 1958. We gather on the fourth Monday of each month at 10:00 a.m. in the Garden Center Café. Our members include Master Gardener Volunteers, PFGC Board members, and many other gardening enthusiasts who share a passion for learning about Florida’s unique horticulture. Together, we explore topics like floral design, flower shows, wildlife preservation, ecological issues, and landscaping in Northwest Florida. Bud ‘n Bloom also engages in community outreach by supporting local charities and helping maintain the Garden Center grounds. All members play an active role in Federation activities, contributing their time and talents to enrich our garden community.
Dogwood
Established 1934
Club # 01-120-100
Dogwood Circle is a vibrant group that celebrates both the wisdom of our longstanding members and the enthusiasm of our active participants. We are proud to have a robust membership, and we deeply value the knowledge and history our older members bring to every meeting. Their expertise is a true asset, offering a wealth of gardening insights and tips.
We gather on the 4th Friday of each month at 12:45 p.m. in the Garden Café, where we enjoy a light lunch and a fun plant raffle at the end of each meeting. Dogwood Circle is committed to participating in all Federation events and takes an active role in maintaining the beauty of the Garden Center grounds. Whether you are an experienced gardener or just starting out, we warmly welcome new members who are eager to learn and contribute to our community. Join us and be a part of a circle that honors tradition while looking forward to new growth.
Lazy Daisy
Established 1974
Club # 01-120-170
Founded in 1973 by two friends seeking a club that combined enjoyment and productivity, Lazy Daisy has flourished as a group united by a shared love of flowers, plants, and the desire to beautify our community. We meet on the 4th Friday of each month, September through May, at 10.00 a.m., at our member’s homes. Each meeting features engaging programs on topics such as gardening, flower arranging, hummingbirds, and other nature-related interests.
Our yearly highlights include a festive Christmas Coffee and an end-of-year celebration in May, where spouses are invited to join the fun. As a civic-minded group, we take pride in our community projects, like creating 54 beautiful bouquets for Rosewood Manor Nursing Home in 2007. Our scrapbooks, chronicling our activities, have received recognition at both local and state levels.
Magnolia
Established 1947
Club # 01-120-190
Magnolia Circle is known as the “No Guilt” club, where we encourage but don’t pressure members to participate. We offer a full year of engaging programs and field trips. Meetings are held on the 4th Saturday from 2-4 p.m., at the Garden Center Cafe. A members-only blog keeps us connected for updates, garden questions, photos, and birthday wishes, while email communication is essential for staying informed.
We support PFGC events such as the Secret Garden Tour, The Camellia newsletter, and the Pensacola Fair, where we enter horticulture displays, table designs, and a display garden. In October 2021, we won the Club Sweepstakes Award. Member interest drives our activities, and several members are active in PFGC leadership.
Past projects include planting caladiums for our award-winning “Evening in Paris” display garden and selling specialty bulbs like the Blushing Bride cultivar. We also enjoy unique programs like fabric hypertufa pot making and local garden visits. If you have a gardening bucket list, Magnolia Circle could be the perfect fit for you!
Oleander
Established 1949
Club # 01-120-230
Founded in 1949, Oleander Garden Club was established as a space for spouses of active duty, retired, or deceased military officers. We meet on the 4th Wednesday of each month at 9:30 a.m., from August through May, at the Garden Center Café.
Our 20 members are actively involved in garden club activities, with many serving on local, district, state, and even Deep South and National Garden Club boards. Four members have held the position of President at the Pensacola Federation of Garden Clubs, and our own Cinny O’Donnell is a Past President of the Florida Federation of Garden Clubs and currently serves on the Deep South Region board. Two members have also received the prestigious Gardener of the Year award.
In support of our military community, we decorate Christmas trees for the Naval Hospital and, in 1991, partnered with the “Adopt-a-Tree” program to establish and maintain the Desert Storm Memorial Garden at Naval Air Station, earning numerous national and state awards. Oleander Garden Club also sponsored and dedicated the Blue Star Marker on Highway 98. Our civic-minded members participate in a variety of community activities, including Red Cross volunteering, Symphony and Art Guild events, school and church functions, flower shows, and youth program
Pick ‘n’ Poke
Established 1970
Club # 01-120-240
Founded on April 2, 1970, Pick ‘n’ Poke Garden Club began with a passion for flower arranging, artistic design, gardening, and birding. Early projects included supporting the City Zoo, Ferry Pass Elementary, and arranging flowers for nursing homes and the USO. The club received a Civics Award for its work at the zoo in 1972.
Our most notable project was advocating for Scenic Highway’s designation as a Scenic Drive, which was officially recognized by the Florida State Legislature in 1973. This project earned several awards, including the Florida Environmental Improvement Plaque. Members have also won numerous awards in flower shows, with several serving as judges.
Although our activities have slowed over time, we still enjoy monthly meetings focused on topics like orchids, floral design, roses, and wildflowers. We meet on the fourth Thursday of each month, September through May, at 10 a.m., at the Garden center Auditorium, where we share a meal and good company.
Pineglades
Established 1959
Club # 01-120-250
Pineglades Garden Club was founded in 1959 by a group of young mothers and teachers from the Pineglades subdivision. From the very start, the club embraced Federation activities and has made significant contributions, including providing two Federation presidents, several board members, and two Gardeners of the Year. Over the years, Pineglades has earned recognition for its projects, including the State Wildflower Award and the Civic Sunshine Award.
Today, Pineglades is the largest club in the Federation with 39 members, including 8 life members. We gather on the 4th Tuesday of each month at 1:30 p.m. at the Garden Center Cafe, where we enjoy engaging programs on plants, flower arranging, and garden design. While none of our current members live in the original Pineglades neighborhood, we are proud to carry on its name and legacy.
Sassafras
Established 1999
Club # 01-120- 295
Founded in 1998 by Lavona Boone, Sassafras was created as a club for working women and became part of PFGC in 1999. Named after the native Sassafras tree, the club’s name reflects the diversity of its members and their wide-ranging talents and projects.
Today, Sassafras includes both active professionals and retirees, staying true to its roots with lunch hour meetings. Our members, affectionately known as “Sassies,” are skilled gardeners and designers, with backgrounds ranging from Master Gardeners to award-winning floral designers. We are known for our creativity, strong friendships, and active involvement in Federation events.
Club activities are as varied as our members, including flower shows, table designs, and maintaining a Patriotic Garden. Many members serve on the Federation’s Governing Board and committees. We meet at the Garden Center Cafe on the 4th Tuesday of each month at 11:00 a.m., where we enjoy lunch and an informative program.
Sweet Bay
Established 1995
Club # 01-120-300
Established in 1995, Sweet Bay Garden Club was created to serve the needs of gardeners on Pensacola’s far west side, with many members hailing from Perdido Key and Lillian, Alabama. With 33 members, we meet on the 4th Monday of each month at 10:00 a.m. at the Perdido Bay United Methodist Church’s Community Center on Innerarity Road.
Sweet Bay offers something for everyone, from design enthusiasts to passionate horticulturists. Our diverse educational programs reflect the wide interests of our members, who are always eager to share their gardening knowledge and skills.
We take pride in our community service projects, including the Children’s Garden at Perdido Key Kids Park, landscaping the Pensacola Lighthouse, and planting sea oats at Johnson Beach. We’ve also helped beautify the oldest children’s cemetery in Pensacola.
After meetings, many of us enjoy lunch together, making it a great time for socializing. We warmly welcome new members—come join us!