News from the Gardens

Larry Phillips

Larry Phillips is recently retired from a career in the information technology industry where he established a solid reputation as a business leader and senior practitioner. He was the Fujitsu […]

Ron Cox

Ron Cox, a resident of Victoria since 1981, is a management consultant and passionate gardener. Professionally he advises organizations on strategy and information technology investments. His work has given him […]

Landscape Horticulture Certificate Program

Thinking of a career in horticulture? Start in January and follow the growing season as you go through our 10-month professional training program. In less than a year, you will be ready to move into an exciting, diverse field of work with excellent employment opportunities.

Volunteering

Benefits of Volunteering at the Gardens  Volunteers have been involved with the Horticulture Centre of the Pacific from the outset and still form an integral part of the organization today. […]

Community Education

The Gardens at HCP offer great Community Education workshops for everyone, from landscape professionals to hobbyist gardeners. We offer a wide range of topics including pruning, basket weaving, flower arranging and more.

Conservation Park

Free to the public, this 100 acre site includes second growth Douglas Fir surrounding wetlands, walking and cycling trails, and a bird watching platform near the Interurban car park. For […]

Upper Veggie Garden

This garden demonstrates the variety of vegetables that can be grown in our climate year round. It includes herbs, small fruits and many flowering plants - some are edible and […]