Special Topics in Horticulture: Apiculture
College ProgramsIntroduction to Apiculture Student Blog Post by Kai Eversfield & Jill Fraser On Monday April 11th our class had the opportunity to learn from Gordon MacKay, an experienced beekeeper and […]
Special Topics in Horticulture: Environmental Stewardship
College ProgramsEnvironmental Stewardship Student Blog Post by Amanda Blackmore and Alina Hanneson This week's special topic is on Environmental Stewardship, with a focus on ways we can implement ecologically sustainable practices […]
Special Topics in Horticulture: Seaweed
College ProgramsHealing Powers of Seaweed Student Blog Post by Emily Dionne & Bre Hafichuk The Landscape Horticulture Certificate program students were very lucky to have Amanda Swinimer come to our school […]
The Gardens at HCP is Hiring: Front Desk & Volunteer Coordinator Position
Staff BlogsThe Gardens at HCP is a public garden for learning in Saanich, BC. The Horticulture Centre of the Pacific (HCP) is a not-for-profit society focused on the provision of horticulture […]
We are hiring a College Assistant!
College ProgramsWe are hiring a College Assistant. Please keep reading for more information: Position Title: College Assistant Department: Pacific Horticulture College Reports to: College Director, Horticulture Centre of the Pacific (HCP) […]
Houseplants are good for your health
Staff BlogsBy Linda Petite Nothing adds more beauty and color to your home or office than foliage and flowers of houseplants. Houseplants have been around forever and many symbolize an important […]
We are hiring an event coordinator!
Staff BlogsWe are hiring an Event Coordinator. Please keep reading for more information: Position Title: Event Coordinator Start Date: January 17th, 2022 Hours: 30 hours per week (Thursday-Sunday) Rate of Pay: […]
New at the HCP Gift Shop
Staff BlogsThe gift shop has begun to grow, and the holiday season is where it has been most lovely. The staff and volunteers at the HCP spend a lot of time […]
Garden of the Month: November 2021
Staff BlogsThe Garden of the Month for October 2021 is the Memorial Wreath Garden This garden was planted in 2019 on the site of the previous Ornamental Grass Garden. This location […]
Garden of the Month: October 2021
Staff BlogsThe Garden of the Month for October 2021 is the Takata Garden! Welcome to the Takata Japanese Garden as it transitions into its autumn glory. Wander the meandering trails and […]
Fall Plant Sale 2021 Availability List
Staff BlogsOur Fall Plant Sale is just around the corner! To minimize crowding and facilitate physical distancing, the first day of the sale is Thursday, September 23 for HCP Members and volunteers only. The sale is […]
