Plant Identification & Culture

Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, Canada

This is a monthly class in which participants will be introduced to 25 new plants in each session. Plants are selected for our local growing conditions and the value they bring to the garden. Sadly, Diane Pierce has retired from teaching this class at the end of 2021. The class will now be taught by […]

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Wreath Making Workshops

Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, Canada

Registration has opened for our most popular classes at the HCP! Learn how to create beautiful, decorative Christmas wreaths without the hassle of collecting materials and a messy clean up. Expert instructors will guide you through the basics of building a beautiful and unique wreath. No two wreaths turn out the same! These wreaths will […]

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Wreath Making Workshops

Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, Canada

Wreath Making Workshops Registration has opened for our most popular classes at the HCP! Learn how to create beautiful, decorative Christmas wreaths without the hassle of collecting materials and a messy clean up. Expert instructors will guide you through the basics of building a beautiful and unique wreath. No two wreaths turn out the same! […]

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Community Clothing Swap - Donation Drop Off

Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, Canada

January can be a quiet month for gardeners, but a great time for other community events. Join us for a Community Clothing Swap happening at the HCP.  DONATION DROP OFF - January 7 & 8, 10am - 2pm COMMUNITY CLOTHING SWAP  - January 15, 10am - 3pm How to Donate: Donations can be dropped off […]

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Community Clothing Swap - Donation Drop Off

Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, Canada

January can be a quiet month for gardeners, but a great time for other community events. Join us for a Community Clothing Swap happening at the HCP.  DONATION DROP OFF - January 7 & 8, 10am - 2pm COMMUNITY CLOTHING SWAP  - January 15, 10am - 3pm How to Donate: Donations can be dropped off […]

Community Clothing Swap

Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, Canada

January can be a quiet month for gardeners, but a great time for other community events. Join us for a Community Clothing Swap happening at the HCP.  Please RSVP HERE if you are interested in attending or donating as this will help us with planning the event. If you sign up, you will a reminder […]

Woven Pouch with Natural Materials Workshop

Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, Canada

NOTE: MASKS ARE REQUIRED FOR IN PERSON WORKSHOPS WITH JOAN CARRIGAN. Come weave a beautiful individualized small pouch with plant materials harvested from the Pacific Northwest. I use my pouch to hold my cell phone, so make sure you bring yours with you. We will begin with a discussion on how to respectfully harvest materials […]

Random/Wicker Woven Basket Workshop

Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, Canada

NOTE: MASKS ARE REQUIRED FOR IN PERSON WORKSHOPS WITH JOAN CARRIGAN. In this workshop we will explore combining two different weaving techniques to create a striking sculptural basket. First, we will start with randomly weaving the base of the basket using dyed reed. This weave is inspired by bird's nests and offers many sculptural possibilities. […]

Willow Chair Workshop with Andrew Kent

Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, Canada

Join artisan Andrew Kent from The Willow Way for this full day workshop. In one day, with Andrew Kent's expert instruction, you can make and take home your own Bent Willow Rustic Chair. This is a great introduction to rustic building techniques. Learn how to make a square frame from pieces of alder & work […]

ONLINE: Willow Hoop Rib Basket Workshop

Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, Canada

Online via zoom This is a traditional rib style basket often called a potato basket constructed with a willow hoop and woven with a selection of materials including dyed reed and seagrass. This style of basket originates in Europe and is ideal for harvesting and storage. This is a great basket for beginners. A materials […]