Horticulture Centre of the Pacific

Grow Your Own Way Wellness Journey
2020-02-16 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Sundays - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
January 26, February 16, March 15, April 19, May 17, June 14
Instructor: Marnie Dangerfield
This program is designed to allow you time in nature.... to slow down, pause, refresh and connect to your inner wisdom. There will be wellness practices led throughout,in a beautiful garden setting. The vision is for you to go through the year and connect to the seasons, to nature and to build community and connection with like-minded women. We will practice awareness/mindfulness, gratitude, compassion, kindness, journaling and intentional creativity®️ (among other things). The goal is to increase your overall well-being with new wellness habits. We'll focus on decreasing stress while increasing joy.
$45 per session for HCP Members & Non Members
Register online or call 250 479 6162.
Register Online for February
Instructor Biography: Marnie Dangerfield
Marnie is a Certified Life and Health Coach, born and raised in Victoria, BC. She is also a Certified Landscaper (through HCP) and loves to spend time in gardens. A lover of life, nature & all things health, wellness and kindness, she believe in cultivating kindness, compassion, love, joy & gratitude for a better life and world.
She believes that each one of us has unique gifts to share & that happier more resilient, aligned people, living a life on purpose, can create a massive shift, and spread love, kindness and understanding across the globe. By doing our inner work, respecting all beings, our earth, our environment & each other we can create positive change in the world.

Wicker Basket with Wood Base Workshop
2020-02-16 09:30 - 16:30 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Sunday - February 16 - 9:30am - 4:30pm
Instructor: Joan Carrigan
Explore the sculptural design possibilities of the Wicker Basketry technique when starting with a wood base. Bases will be provided along with dyed round reed and a selection of natural materials to incorporate into this sculptural basket. In the process of weaving this basket, participants will learn control of shaping as well as a variety of weaving patterns. The rich variety of colour and design options makes for a fun and creative experience.
Please add your name to the interest list if the workshop is sold out as we may run a second date with enough interest.

HCP Members $120 / Non Members $140
Register online or call 250 479 6162
Register Online

Plant Identification & Culture Workshops
2020-02-15 13:00 - 16:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
One Saturday a month 1pm - 4pm
January 25, February 15, March 21, April 18, May 23 (field trip - please pre-register), June 20, July 18, August 15 (field trip - please pre-register), September 19, October 17, November 21, December 5
Instructor: Diane Pierce
Learn all about plants with Diane Pierce, expert gardener, designer and writer. Diane will introduce you to 25 new plants in each session. You will learn Latin & common names, plant descriptions, cultural requirements, general maintenance and landscape uses. This is an ongoing course & can be joined at any time, all year long, one Saturday a month.

HCP Members $35.00 per session
or $350 for 12 sessions
Non-Members $45.00 per session
or $450 for 12 sessions
Register online or call 250 479 61 62
Register online for February
Register Online for 12 Sessions

Twill Tote Basket Workshop
2020-02-15 09:30 - 16:30 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Saturday - February 15 - 9:30am - 4:30pm
Instructor: Joan Carrigan
Weave this lovely carrying basket for everyday use or keep as a decorative storage basket. This basket is woven with a twill weave using natural and dyed reed and has a sturdy swing handle. A great project for beginner weavers.
Please add your name to the interest list if the workshop is sold out as we may run a second date with enough interest.

HCP Members $120 /Non Members $140
Register online or call 250 479 6162
Register Online

Grow a Career in the Floral Industry
2020-02-09 10:00 - 12:30 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Sunday - February 9 - 10:00am - 12:30pm
Instructor: Linda Rambaud
Considering a career in the floral industry? Find out about working at a florist store. Explore career opportunities in Canada with Floral Designer and Horticulturist Linda Rambaud.
HCP Members $70 / Non Members $80
Register online or call 250 479 6162.
Register Online

Willow Chair Workshop
2020-02-09 09:00 - 17:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Sunday - February 9 - 9:00am - 5:00pm
Instructor: Andrew Kent
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. Learn how to make a square frame from pieces of alder & work with different sizes of willow to create your chair. All tools will be provided.
HCP Members $250 / Non Members $275
Register online or call 250 479 6162.
Register Online

Terrarium Gardens for Kids
2020-02-08 13:30 - 15:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
These indoor gardens are fun to create and the feedback has been amazing! This class takes participants through the steps of making a terrarium garden using basic materials often found at home and using recycled glass containers. This upcycle activity is creative and practical and can be a great way to give an old item new value and beauty. These gardens make very nice gifts and are a fun family activity to increase plants in the home. Adults also enjoy this activity and can join in the fun to create their own terrarium with their family. Participants are asked to bring along a glass container that measures up to 20 cm. All other supplies, including plants are supplied. *All younger children, 5/6 must be accompanied by an adult (no fee) to assist with the project.
DATE: Saturday, February 8, 2020
TIME: 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
AGES: 5 + years
FEE: $15/child
FEE: $10/participating adult
*Register online or call us at 250-479-6162
Register Online

Grow Your Own Way Wellness Journey
2020-01-26 14:00 - 16:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Sundays - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
January 26, February 16, March 15, April 19, May 17, June 14
Instructor: Marnie Dangerfield
This program is designed to allow you time in nature.... to slow down, pause, refresh and connect to your inner wisdom. There will be wellness practices led throughout,in a beautiful garden setting. The vision is for you to go through the year and connect to the seasons, to nature and to build community and connection with like-minded people. We will practice awareness/mindfulness, gratitude, compassion, kindness, journaling and intentional creativity®️ (among other things). The goal is to increase your overall well-being with new wellness habits. We'll focus on decreasing stress while increasing joy.
$45 per session for HCP Members & Non Members
Register online or call 250 479 6162.
Register Online for January
Instructor Biography: Marnie Dangerfield
Marnie is a Certified Life and Health Coach, born and raised in Victoria, BC. She is also a Certified Landscaper (through HCP) and loves to spend time in gardens. A lover of life, nature & all things health, wellness and kindness, she believe in cultivating kindness, compassion, love, joy & gratitude for a better life and world.
She believes that each one of us has unique gifts to share & that happier more resilient, aligned people, living a life on purpose, can create a massive shift, and spread love, kindness and understanding across the globe. By doing our inner work, respecting all beings, our earth, our environment & each other we can create positive change in the world.

Plant Identification & Culture Workshops
2020-01-25 13:00 - 16:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
One Saturday a month 1pm - 4pm
January 25, February 15, March 21, April 18, May 23 (field trip - please pre-register), June 20, July 18, August 15 (field trip - please pre-register), September 19, October 17, November 21, December 5
Instructor: Diane Pierce
Learn all about plants with Diane Pierce, expert gardener, designer and writer. Diane will introduce you to 25 new plants in each session. You will learn Latin & common names, plant descriptions, cultural requirements, general maintenance and landscape uses. This is an ongoing course & can be joined at any time, all year long, one Saturday a month.

HCP Members $35.00 per session
or $350 for 12 sessions
Non-Members $45.00 per session
or $450 for 12 sessions
Register online or call 250 479 6162
Register Online for January
Register Online for 12 Sessions

Saanich Seedy Saturday
2020-01-11 10:00 - 14:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
More information about Saanich Seedy Saturday can be found on our facebook event page here.

Christmas Grinch Table Centre
2019-12-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Instructor: Linda Rambaud
Floral designer Linda Rambaud will teach you to create your own Grinch tree using cedar branches, bring your own ornaments to decorate this long lasting Christmas arrangement.

$125 Members & Non Members

Wreath Making for Families
2019-12-07 13:00 - 14:30 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
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This is becoming a fun tradition for many families at HCP. It is a fun way to make a door wreath using a variety of plant materials provided for you! That saves a lot of gathering and helps focus on the creating! We will be using wire wreaths and lots of boughs and branches to choose from. Participants are asked to bring along a pair of hand pruners (secateurs), if you have some. An adult is to accompany each child/youth due to the nature of the activity.
DATE: Saturday, December 7FEE: $25/child/1 wreathAGES: 5 – 14 yearsTIME: 1:00 – 2:30 pm
DATE: Saturday, December 14 FEE: $25/child/1 wreath AGES: 5 – 14 years TIME: 10:00 – 11:30 am
DATE: Saturday, December 14FEE: $25/child/1 wreathAGES: 5 – 14 yearsTIME: 1:00 – 2:30 pm
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"Land and Sea" Painting Workshop
2019-11-30 10:00 - 16:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Saturday, November 30 & Sunday, December 1 - 10:00am - 4:00pm
Instructor: Rose Cowles
HCP Members & Non Members $275
Call 250 479 6162 to register

Pesticide Applicator Exam
2019-11-25 18:00 - 21:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Pesticide Applicator Certificate Course (Landscape General Category):
Course: November 23 and 24, 2019
Exam: November 25, 2019
Course: Saturday and Sunday, 9:00 am – 4:30 pm
Exam: Monday 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: The Gardens at HCP
Course Cost: $400 including textbooks and exam fees
Exam Only Cost: $110
To sign up: Phone our office at 250-479-3210, or email collegeadmin@hcp.ca.
Full payment is required with registration.

Pesticide Applicator Course
2019-11-24 09:00 - 16:30, 2019-11-23 09:00 - 16:30 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Pesticide Applicator Certificate Course (Landscape General Category):
Course: November 23 and 24, 2019
Exam: November 25, 2019
Course: Saturday and Sunday, 9:00 am – 4:30 pm
Exam: Monday 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: The Gardens at HCP
Cost: $400 including textbooks and exam fees
Cost without books: $280*
(*The required books have recently changed and you must have the correct two books for the course. Please contact us to determine if your books are current.)
To sign up: Phone our office at 250-479-3210, or email collegeadmin@hcp.ca.
Full payment is required with registration.

Wreath Making Workshops
2019-11-23 13:00 - 15:00, 2019-11-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
SOLD OUT - Please call us to go on the interest list and we will contact you if spaces open up due to cancellations. Tel - 250 479 6162 (office hours - 10am - 4pm)
Saturdays & Sundays - 10:00am - 12:00pm / 1:00pm - 3:00pm
November 23, 24, 30 & December 1, 7, 8
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! The wreaths will contain an assortment of evergreens, berries, cones and bows. These wreaths will last and look great on your front door throughout the festive season! This is a great workshop for groups of friends and families. Participants should bring garden gloves and secateurs/shears to class. These workshops fill up quickly so sign up soon.
HCP Members $40.00/Non-Members $50 per class

Grow Your Own Way Wellness Journey Group Program
2019-11-17 13:30 - 15:30 | BC
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This program is designed to allow you time in nature.... to slow down, pause, refresh and connect to your inner wisdom. There will be wellness practices led throughout,in a beautiful garden setting. The vision is for you to go through the year and connect to the seasons, to nature and to build community and connection with like-minded women. We will practice awareness/mindfulness, gratitude, compassion, kindness, journaling and Intentional Creativity (among other things)
The goal is to increase your overall well-being with new wellness habits. We'll focus on decreasing stress while increasing joy.
This is a journey back to you. Back to your power, back to your inner wisdom, back to your worth. Everything you need, all you are wanting is in you right now in this moment. The purpose of this is guide you back to your true Self. To reconnect you to what matters most to you, to what lights you up, to what brings you energy and joy!
Ready to create positive change, to learn and to grow?
Your life is happening now, why wait?
Sunday, November 171:30pm - 3:30pm
$35 for HCP Members & Non MembersCall 250 479 6162 to register
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Instructor Biography: Marnie Dangerfield
Marnie is a Certified Life and Health Coach, born and raised in Victoria, BC. She is also a Certified Landscaper (through HCP) and loves to spend time in gardens. A lover of life, nature & all things health, wellness and kindness, she believe in cultivating kindness, compassion, love, joy & gratitude for a better life and world.
She believes that each one of us has unique gifts to share & that happier more resilient, aligned people, living a life on purpose, can create a massive shift, and spread love, kindness and understanding across the globe. By doing our inner work, respecting all beings, our earth, our environment & each other we can create positive change in the world.

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Indoor Fairy Gardens
2019-11-09 13:00 - 14:30 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
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These sweet little gardens include a miniature plant to keep warm indoors. Learn to create a fun garden, safe for a wee tropical plant and the perfect place for fairies to visit! We will include a tiny area for sitting, signs, and more! Bring along a friend and make your own fairy garden to take home and care for indoors as our weather gets cooler.
DATE: Saturday, November 9
FEE: $15/child
AGES: 4 – 8 years
TIMES: 1:00 – 2:30 pm
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The Gardens at HCP 40th Anniversary
2019-11-08 11:00 - 14:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Please join us this week in celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the Horticulture Centre of the Pacific! Enjoy admission by donation November 7-10 and take advantage of complimentary guided tours from the Victoria Master Gardener Association on Friday and Saturday (11:00am and 2:00pm both days). Cap off your visit with a browse through the HCP archives inside the Couvelier Pavilion. Tour space is limited, please phone (250) 479-6162 or email reception@hcp.ca to register.
40 YEARS AND STILL GROWING!
What was the HCP's original name?
a) Horticulture Centre of the Pacific
b) Gardens at HCP
c) Glendale Gardens
d) Glendale Gardens and Woodland
Learn the answer to this and many other interesting facts about the HCP. Join us on November 8th and 9th to help us celebrate our 40th year.

Winter Hours Begin
2019-11-01 10:00 - 16:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
A reminder that we are switching to our Winter hours beginning November 1st.
Winter Hours - 10am - 4pm every day, November to February.

Family Harvest Festival
2019-10-26 10:00 - 14:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Join us for a fun-filled event with lots of activities for the family. Check back for more information on the event closer to the time.

"Abundance" Painting Workshop
2019-10-26 09:30 - 16:30 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Saturday, October 26 & Sunday, October 27 - 9:30am - 4:30pm
Instructor: Rose Cowles
HCP Members & Non Members $275
Call 250 479 6162 to register

Willow Chair Workshop
2019-10-20 09:00 - 17:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Sunday, October 20 - 9:00am - 5:00pm
Instructor: Andrew Kent
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. Learn how to make a square frame from pieces of alder & work with different sizes of willow to create your chair.
All tools will be provided.
HCP Members $250 /Non Members $275
Call 250 479 6162 to register

Herbal Tincture Making Workshop
2019-10-19 10:00 - 13:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Saturday, October 19 - 10:00am - 1:00pm
Instructor: Lily Fawn
An herbal tincture is a very effective form of extracting the medicine from plants. It has a much longer shelf life than an infusion, decoction or oil and can be stored in your cupboard for years. Herbalist, Lily Fawn, shares the secrets of herbal tincture making. Participants will gain confidence in basic medicine making skills and learn both folklore tincture making and standardized methods. Participants take home all medicines made in class including a fresh plant tincture made with a herb of their choice. This session will also offer an informative introduction to a materia medica of the herbs used in the class and receive a detailed handbook outlining all the information covered in class.
All supplies are included.
HCP Members $55 /Non Members $65
Call 250 479 6162 to register

Eco Crafts
2019-10-06 13:00 - 15:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
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We are becoming more aware of how our actions impact our planet. By starting with little changes at home, we can make a difference! In this workshop we will explore ways to reuse household items and use natural materials to save on waste while making great personal products to use at home and school. We will use fabric, beeswax, herbs, and other materials. Participants are asked to bring along an old tee shirt to make their first item, an upcycled shopping tote for take-aways.
DATE: Saturday, October 6
FEE: $20/youth
AGES: 7-14 years
TIMES: 1:00 – 3:00 pm
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Backyard Beekeeping - The First Year
2019-10-06 09:00 - 12:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Sunday, October 6 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Instructor: Gordon Mackay
The interest and popularity of this wonderful craft is increasing every year. It is very important to become familiarised with the hive and the honey bee before you get your bees to maximize your chances of success. This workshop will focus on the beginner beekeeper who is planning on setting up a hive in the spring, or for those that have had bees for a year.
We will cover the basics of getting started, equipment required, dealing with potential pest (yes we will be talking about those pesky Varroa mites!) and disease problems in the hive along with looking at some favourite honey bee plants.We will also cover some tips on how to get your bees ready for winter. There will be lots of opportunity to ask questions throughout the class and time will be left at the end for further questions too.
HCP Members $25/Non Members $35
Call 250 479 6162 to register

Advanced Pruning
2019-10-05 09:00 - 12:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Saturday, October 5 & 12 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Instructor: Ryan Senechal
Are you a hands-on gardener hesitant to prune small trees and shrubs in fear of injuring or undesirably altering them? This course with certified arborist Ryan Senechal will give you the skills you need to successfully prune your garden. In 2 sessions, basic pruning techniques and advanced strategies will be reviewed and applied to teach you how to achieve desirable structure, reduced maintenance & long term plant health in your garden. Your confidence and comfort will grow as you observe, learn, and practice proper pruning techniques and common mistakes to avoid.
This is an outdoor workshop, please dress accordingly and bring your secateurs, all other equipment will be supplied.
HCP Members $90/Non Members $110
Call 250 479 6162 to register

Cannabis for the Homegrower: Harvesting & Processing
2019-09-29 13:00 - 16:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Sunday, September 29 - 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Instructor: Jo Wyld
You've grown your cannabis, now what do you do? In this workshop, we will explore the myriad ways to prepare your cannabis for personal use. Discussion will include methods of harvesting, curing, drying and processing your cannabis. The preparation and creation of oils, tinctures, cannabutter, salves, a variety of cooking methods and making extracts will be introduced.
HCP Members $60/Non Members $65
Call 250 479 6162 to register
