Midwest Cactus and Succulent Society

10/04/2026

09/29/2026

We had a great 'first meeting' back from summer break. This past Sunday our September meeting was held at the Reeves Rd. Lake Metroparks shelter. We had an old fashioned cookout and everyone brought their favorite side dish or dessert. Hats off to our two Pit Bosses, Tim Malinich and Michael Briggs.
Big thanks to Mick Pawuk for his talk on Succulent Propagation. We also had our annual plant swap, looked like the largest selection of plants we've ever had!
The weather was great and it was great to see everyone again...we're looking forward to the October meeting.
Just a reminder, if you'd like information about our club, just leave a message.

08/02/2026

We'd like to pass along this info from our friends at the Michigan Cactus and Succulent Society!

07/20/2026

👀Do you want to share your succulent successes, questions, and maybe a few failures? YOU CAN...over on our FB group‼️That's where you can post, be sure to LIKE and FOLLOW so you don't miss anything😃❤️🌵
⬇️follow the link below⬇️
https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19r1r3zQ4U/

07/13/2026

Big thanks to Jared, Liz, Derick and the crew at Groovy Plants Ranch for showing our club members around The Ranch this past Saturday. This year, we made the trip down to Marengo, Ohio from the Cleveland area to check out what is new.
One very special addition is the Hendricks-Hughes Collection House. This is a combination of long time MWCSS member Bill Hendricks and GPR owner, Jared Hughes cactus & succulent collections. What a treat to see these mature plants.
The nursery should be one the bucket list of any plant lover! They not only have a great selection of cactus and succulents, but also beautiful perennials, annuals, plant containers of every size, botanical gifts and a great selection of rocks and minerals. There is something for everyone!

06/23/2026

We are happy to share this information from our friends (and MWCSS club member) at Mulberry Creek Herb Farm! What a great event and worth the trip!

05/18/2026

Today was our May meeting and while we were inside, the weather was very 'summer-like' outside. After our business meeting we were treated to a great talk by our club Secretary, Christie Briggs...'The Chelsea Experience! - RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2025'. Both Christie and her husband Michael (also a member) love traveling and London is one of their favorite places to visit. While the famous flower show is mainly focused on flowers, plants (of every variety) and trees, there were plenty of cacti and succulents featured in the spectacular displays. This annual show is certainly a 'bucket list' worthy event!
Following Christie's talk, we had our Show and Tell. Members were asked to bring in anything that was in bloom. Featured here are just a few of the beautiful plants our members brought in to show off.
Meeting info for 2026: If you are interested in joining our club, our meetings resume in September. Message us for more details.

05/17/2026

If you LOVE orchids, you won't want to miss the Windswept in Time Orchids OPEN HOUSE on May 23rd & 24th.
You may have met Kim at our Show and Sale, she is an avid cactus and succulent grower while her husband Edgar is an expert orchid grower. It's definitely worth stopping by!
If you have any questions, please contact Kim or Edgar at the contact info below.

04/28/2026

👀Part 2👀
The beautiful Echinopsis in 🌸bloom🌸 in the greenhouse of club member Bill Hendricks.
It's been several months waiting for these special crosses to bloom...these are definitely keepers❤️ 🌵

04/26/2026

🌵Part 1🌵
What is better on a day that started off overcast...it's an💥explosion💥 of blooms! These are mostly Echinopsis, from the collection of long-time club member, Bill Hendricks.
Bill is an expert propagator and grower of these beautiful plants. His cross breeding has produced some spectacular results🏵
Stay tuned for Part 2 where we'll show a few of his latest creations❤️🌸🌵