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Nature around us

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

A Walk & Talk session for children 5+ geared to the exploration of Native Plants, Beneficials, and Sustainability. Participants will tour a few of the gardens at HCP as they discover more about the natural world around them. Please reserve your spot by calling the HCP office at 250-479-6162. Free for children - children must […]

Fairy Garden Workshop

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

FAIRY GARDEN WORKSHOP begins with an enchanted walk through the Gardens at HCP. Participants will collect natural materials on the walk to use towards the creation of their own take home Fairy Garden. They will have a chance to explore a variety of materials such as clay, moss, and twigs. Parents/guardians are welcome to stay […]

Nutritifying your Larder Workshop

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

with Rhona McAdam Learn which varieties are the most nutritious, and how best to prepare and store them for optimum nutrition with Rhona McAdam, local author, poet and holistic nutritionist. Rhona has a Permaculture Design Certificate, a Master's degree in Food Culture & Communication and is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist. Over thousands of years of […]

July Picnic Night

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

The Gardens at HCP is extending our hours the last Wednesday of the month May – August so families and friends can come down for a lovely picnic on our grounds. Live music on July 27: R&R - Randall Cook & Ray Spencer, 6-8pm    www.reverbnation.com/rnr2

Pebble Art Workshop

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

A creative exploration of ecosystems through art. Kids will identify the key parts of a local system, then design a story board using pebbles and paints. These skills can be used to explore other aspects of nature and provide a fun take home activity to share. Cost:  $15/child Ages:  5+ years For registration, please contact […]

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Arts & Music In The Gardens

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

August 6 & 7, 2016, 11:00 am to 4:00 pm both days Admission You can purchase your tickets at the Gardens:   $12 adults $9 seniors/students FREE under 16 Admission is FREE for HCP members The admission fee gives you multiple entry for BOTH days of the event! This major fundraiser for the HCP has become one […]

Flower Arranging for your Special Event

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

Large Arrangements Come and join us for a creative floral experience. Participants will have the opportunity to design and create their own natural arrangements under the expert guidance and instruction of Eiddwen Thomas, local floral designer and flower farmer. This course will feature locally grown flowers, foliage, grasses and ornamentals as much as possible. This […]

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Pesticide Applicator Course

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

Landscape General Category The course is two full days, plus half a day for the exam: Course: Monday, August 15, and Monday, August 22, 9am – 4:00pm Exam: Thursday, August 25, 9am-12:15pm Cost is $400, which includes the textbooks and the exam fee. Note that you can sign up to write the exam only for […]

Tea Time!

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

An introduction to the ancient art of making tea for children, including plant identification, growing, harvesting, and preparing flowers, leaves, and herbs to brew. Participants will host their own tea party to explore the various tastes and scents of herbal tea making. Then we will finish by packaging up our own sample tea brews to […]

Pesticide Applicator Exam

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

Pesticide Applicator Exam (Landscape General Category): Thursday, August 25, 9am-12:15pm   For those who have completed the BC Pesticide Applicator's License Course, or who are just required to take the exam. Cost if you sign up for the exam only: $110   To sign up please contact College Administration at (250) 479-3210, or via email […]