The Garden Club of Marlton established 1976
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A Warm Welcome Back to the Garden Club of Marlton
The Butterfly Project Takes Flight
The Garden Club of Marlton (GCM) kicked off its 2025-2026 year with a truly inspiring presentation, "Save the Monarchs, Plant Milkweed," led by the passionate monarch advocate, Donna Thompson. A retired nurse and founder of the thriving Facebook group Donna's Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary, Donna has dedicated the last decade to a mission born from a disheartening discovery: the dramatic decline of monarchs overwintering in Mexico.
Donna's personal journey began in her own backyard. She shared with us the importance of milkweed, the only host plant for monarch caterpillars, and her surprising discovery that a non-native variety, Hairy Balls Milkweed, became a powerful magnet for female monarchs.
Witness the incredible transformation from caterpillar to butterfly captured at our GCM September meeting.
Explore & Connect: GCM Day Trips
Get ready to explore! Our upcoming trips are listed below.
Donna's tireless research has led to incredible success stories. She has not only created a monarch sanctuary in her own yard but also contributes to monarch programs at Chartwell Gardens, which our GCM will visit on September 18th.
- Community Garden Tour 📅 click Go to Calendar below, select date for details: Thursday, September 18
- Cloverdale Farm Co Park 📅click Go to Calendar below for details: Friday, October 10
Stay current with all our events by using our calendar! You'll find a complete list of meetings, GCM-sponsored events, and our famous day trips.
About Our Club
About Our Club
Welcome to the Garden Club of Marlton, established in 1976! We cherish the garden friendships that blossom and grow, lasting long after the season ends. Join us as we cultivate community gardens, support local scholarships through our fundraising efforts, and embrace the joy of lifelong learning.
Grow your gardening skills and connect with fellow enthusiasts at the Garden Club of Marlton!
From beginner to advanced, our workshops, programs and trips offer something for everyone.
Browse through our gallery of photos and videos, showcasing the community gardens, garden trip photos, and garden friendships, that truly reflects the heart and soul of the Marlton Garden Club.
Annual Dues $25