Learn to create a unique and beautiful handmade wreath from scratch in this 90-minute hands-on workshop. Workshops are instructed by the HCP Head Gardener, Linda Petite, assisted by experienced HCP wreath-making volunteers, and take place in the covered polytunnels beyond public access at the HCP. All materials are provided. (Prices are per person/one wreath) Registration […]
Adult Community Education | 3-hour class This is a monthly class in which participants will be introduced to 20 new plants in each session. If you are a new gardener, new to Victoria or just want to brush up on your plant knowledge, this is a great place to get started. This is a monthly […]
The Gardens are taking a brief winter rest starting 22 December. We will reopen 4 January 2025
Adult Community Education | Art Class | 3-hour Workshop Join us for Richard's first watercolour class of the New Year, and learn how to "line & wash" to create Pansies. Easy and fun! Bring a Pigma Micron 05 black pen, archival ink, if you can; otherwise borrow from Richard. He'll have a few pens available […]
Adult community education | full day workshop Join artisan Andrew Kent from The Willow Way for this full day workshop. In one day, with Andrew'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 […]
Adult Community Education | 3-hour class This is a monthly class in which participants will be introduced to 20 new plants in each session. If you are a new gardener, new to Victoria or just want to brush up on your plant knowledge, this is a great place to get started. This is a monthly […]
Adult Community Education | 2-hour Workshop Create a Valentine's Day Arrangement with Katherine Olmstead IMF Make a date of it: flowers included! Join Katherine Olmstead, International Master Florist, for a fun, feel-good, pre-Valentine's floral workshop designed for couples, friends, or anyone who might like to craft together. Work side by side to create a lush, […]
ADULT COMMUNITY EDUCATION | WORKSHOP | 2 HOURS Undercuts, espalier, UFO system, bevel cuts/flush cuts...what does it all mean...?!Learn tips and tricks for maintaining and training fruit trees in the winter to prepare for a productive growing season. This workshop will focus on apple and pear tree pruning in the winter. What is the […]
ADULT COMMUNITY EDUCATION | ARTS WORKSHOP | 3 HOURS Enjoy a delightful morning working with clay, foliage and flowers of the HCP, with instructor Monika Burrell. This class is for the beginning creator. While we are waiting for Spring and the natural blossoms, we can create bursts of colour and forever blooms in clay. In […]
Adult Community Education | Arts & Wellness | 3-hour workshop Join Registered Horticultural Therapist and Expressive Artist Cliff Thorbes for a restorative and creative session. This unique session will include a garden walk, a creative writing activity, and a simple botanical craft - designed to help you connect with nature on a deeper level, experience […]