Ancient History of IAOFG (2024) Independent Ancient Order of Free Gardeners

The Independent Ancient Order of Free Gardeners (IAOFG) traces its roots to the rich history of the Ancient Order of Free Gardeners of Scotland. The parent organization, which has a documented history dating back to 1676, was originally an operative society for gardeners, providing mutual aid and support to its members and their families. Over time, it evolved into a fraternal and friendly society, expanding significantly in the 19th century before facing decline with the rise of the modern welfare state in the mid-20th century.

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REVIVAL : AOFG in 2002

A revival of the Ancient Order of Free Gardeners began in 2002, leading to the establishment of several independent lodges. One of these was the Ayrshire Bluebell Lodge No. 7, instituted on November 20, 2003. This lodge in turn played a key role in the formation of the 'Rose and Bluebell Lodge' on August 24, 2019, in Dalry, Ayrshire, Scotland. The Rose and Bluebell Lodge continued this lineage, instituting the 'Rose of England Lodge' in Surrey on August 29, 2020, and in 2024 the 'Ancient Fleur De Lys Lodge' was consecrated, and on December 16, 2024, the Ancient Fleur De Lys Lodge instituted the Royale Ancient Fleur De Lys Lodge No. 1. under the Sovereign Grand Lodge of Independent Ancient Order of Free Gardeners, well known as (IAOFG).

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Ancient Fleur De Lys Lodge

It was from the lineage of the Ancient Fleur De Lys Lodge that the Independent Ancient Order of Free Gardeners was born. The IAOFG founders, WM Rupert Corpuz, WB Ryan Ramos, WB Manuel Rodriguez II, and WB Ferdinand Tablac, were all members of the Ancient Fleur De Lys Lodge.

They sought to create a new, independent lodge that would carry on the traditions and principles of the Free Gardeners. With the support and permission of the Ancient Order of Free Gardeners in Scotland, they were able to form this new, independent lodge, creating a new branch of the Free Gardeners tradition that continues the legacy of fellowship, mutual support, and the cultivation of both character and community.

The IAOFG has a strong and expanding presence in the Philippines, with multiple lodges founded in recent years.

Notable lodges include:
- Ancient Fleur De Lys Gardener Lodge No. 1: Located in Taguig City, Metro Manila.
- Royale Oasis Gardener Lodge No. 2: Located in Tondo, City of Manila.
- Royale Lily Gardener Lodge No. 3
  City Clark, Pampanga
- Royale Ancient Olive Lady Gardener Lodge No. 4:
  A women's lodge located in Province of Nueva Ecija.
- Royale Iris Gardener Lodge No. 7
  Cainta Rizal - R4 Rizal, Calabarzon
- Logia Sampaguita Filipina No. 9: A co-ed lodge in Makati City, Metro Manila.
- Forget Me Not Gardener Lodge No. 10
  Ortigas, Pasig City Metro Manila
Under Dispensation Lodges
- Bicol Gardener Lodge U.D
  Naga City, Bicol Region
- Vinta Gardener Lodge U.D
  Zamboanga City, Mindanao
- Cabanatuan Gardener Lodge U.D
  Cabanatuan City, Province of Nueva Ecija
- Pangasinan Gardener Lodge U.D
  Alaminos City, Province of Pangasinan
- Legedarius Ficus Benjamina Gardeners Lodge (UD): A recently established lodge in the Parañaque area and southern Manila district.
- La Corona Narcissus Gardeners Lodge U.D.
  Imus City, Province of Cavite Philippines

IAOFG lodges in the Philippines

The IAOFG also has a presence in the United States.

The Royale Verbena Gardener Lodge No. 6
Seattle, Washington, East Coast USA
Royale Pride of Dallas Gardener Lodge No. 8
Dallas City, Texas, USA
Desert Rose Gardener Lodge No. 11
Cornville, Arizona, USA

IAOFG lodges in the United States

IAOFG & AOFG International Lodges

AOFG lodges elsewhere.

Scotland: The tradition was revived in Scotland in 2005 with the re-establishment of the Countess of Elgin Lodge No. 105 in Dysart, Fife.

IAOFG International Lodges

Qatar: The Royale Sea Lavender Lodge No. 5
is located in Doha.
UAE: Burj Tribulus Gardeners Lodge U.D.
located in Burjuman, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)
JAPAN: Rising Sun Gardener Lodge U.D
Osaka, Japan
Hong Kong: Orchid Tree Gardeners Lodge U.D.
Kowloon City, Hong Kong