Horticulture Centre of the Pacific

Kids Garden Club
2017-04-01 09:45 - 11:45 (America/Vancouver) | BC
Once a month we meet for seasonal gardening activities in our very own JMG Garden Plot! Our growing season starts early, and there is always lots to do!! When the weather is not quite ideal, we can work indoors to start seeds, learn to propagate plants, plan our home gardens, build trellising, and lots more. When the weather cooperates, we spend every minute creating garden beds, amending soil, mulching, planting, weeding, staking, and watering! These are great skills to get your garden enthusiast growing their own food at home. There are lots of take homes, from seeds to plants and harvests whenever available.
2017 CLUB DATES: Saturday's from 9:45 am – 11:45 am on March 4, April 1, May 6, June 3, Sept 9, Oct 7, Nov 4, Dec 2

Around the World in 80 Plants presentation with Stephen Barstow
2017-03-31 13:00 - 17:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Hatchet & Seed is excited to welcome Stephen Barstow, author of Around the World in 80 Plants to the Horticulture Centre of the Pacific in Victoria BC.
Stephen Barstow is an edible plant enthusiast and collector from Malvik, Norway. He grows an astonishing 2000 varieties of edible plants, many of them perennial vegetables, in his backyard.
Around the World in 80 Plants (2014) is an exploration of perennial vegetables from around the world, published by Permanent Publications. In 2003, he was awarded the title of "Extreme Salad Man" after he created a salad using 537 varieties of edible plants from his garden. He is a frequent contributor of Permaculture Magazine, and is the national coordinator of the Norwegian Seed Savers Society.
Located in the Pavillion on the beautiful grounds of the Horticulture Centre of the Pacific, this presentation & garden walkabout will focus on edible ornamental plants, or 'edimentals'. We'll explore the diversity of perennial vegetables and common edible ornamentals that grow well in our climate.
This talk is a rare opportunity and is not to be missed!
Cost is $35 and tickets can be found on our Eventbrite Link:https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/around-the-world-in-80-plants-wstephen-barstow-tickets-32789491251

Cedar and Willow Cat's Head Basket Workshop
2017-03-26 09:30 - 17:00 | BC
with Joan Carrigan
This basket is woven with cedar bark spokes and willow bark is woven in a continuous twill pattern. We will shape the basket in the style of the Cat's Head basket associated with the Shaker tradition. These baskets start with a square base and are woven in a unique way to achieve a rounded shape. The rim of this basket is a decorative variation using yellow cedar bark three strand twining.
HCP Members $120
Non Members $140
To register, call 250 479 6162

Instructor Bio: Joan Carrigan
Joan Carrigan is a full time basketmaker and basketry teacher living on Salt Spring Island, BC. Over the past 25 years, her passion for baskets has led her to study, travel and explore many different techniques and materials within the medium. Joan studied Fine Art and Art History at the University of Guelph and her love of history has fuelled her research in traditional techniques. Her background in fine art has fuelled her enthusiasm for the sculptural and creative potentials that the medium offers. Her inspiration comes from the plant materials she respectfully harvests from nature. Joan's work has been exhibited nationally and internationally. Joan teaches extensively both close to home and in Europe and finds this to be a very rewarding aspect of her career.

Grow your Own Cut Flower Garden Workshop
2017-03-26 09:00 - 12:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
with Eiddwen Thomas
Learn the secrets of growing your own flowers for cutting and arranging with floral designer, Eiddwen Thomas. Eiddwen is the owner of Cartref Gardens, a commercial cut flower farm in North Saanich. Growing your own flowers can be a very rewarding and creative experience. You can select which flowers you want to grow according to your own style and taste. Having your own flower garden will ensure fresh quality for the very best of flowers for your home, special events or for gifting. Growing your flowers organically can also provide benefits to the local environment. This class is part of a seasonal series and can be taken on its own. Participants in the Spring class will learn what to do in April/May for their own cutting garden. This session will include what plants can be grown in the Spring for cutting, starting your own seeds, locating the site for your cutting garden and preparing the soil. Details for the Summer, Fall and Winter classes will be on our website soon.
HCP Members $45
Non Members $60

Instructor Bio. Eiddwen Thomas
Eiddwen is a local floral designer, flower farmer and owner of Cantref Gardens. She has grown many different kinds of flowers and other materials for cutting and especially loves doing floral design for weddings and special events. She has a flower stall at the Sidney Market and the Peninsula Country Market. Eiddwen has been the curator for the cutting garden at the Horticultural Centre for the Pacific for several years.

Plant Identification & Culture Workshops
2017-03-18 13:00 - 17:00, 2017-02-18 13:00 - 16:00, 2017-01-21 13:00 - 16:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
With Diane Pierce
One Saturday a month 1pm - 4pm
Jan 21, Feb 18, March 18, April 29, May 27, June 17, July 15, August 19, Sept 16, Oct 21, Nov 18, Dec 2

Learn all about plants with Diane Pierce, expert gardener, designer and writer. Diane will introduce you to 25 newplants 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
To register, call 250 479 6162

Creating a Mini-Garden
2017-03-18 13:00 - 15:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Creating a Mini-Garden – whether indoor or out, miniature gardens are the cutest. Join us for a fun session creating a tiny garden to take home. This can be an indoor or outdoor garden, you choose. There will be a selection of plants and containers to choose from.
Saturday, March 18 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Fee: $25 (materials provided) Ages: 3 to 12 years (under 5 with an adult)

Willow Chair Workshop
2017-03-12 09:00 - 17:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
with 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
To register, call 250 479 6162.

Cancelled - Starting With Seeds - Part 2
2017-03-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Starting with Seeds is a kid friendly seed starting workshop in 2 parts! The first shows a few different ways to germinate seeds. The second gives a chance to plant the germinated seeds into containers. There will be lots of seedlings to take home and grow for transplanting into your home garden or containers. The plants will be a mix of easy to grow flowers and vegetables that are compatible.
Saturday, March 4 (Part 1) 1:00 to 3:00pm Saturday, March 11 (Part 2) 1:00 to 3:00
Fee: $35 (materials provided) Ages: 3+ (under 5 with an adult) to 12 years

Cancelled - Starting With Seeds - Part 1
2017-03-04 13:00 - 15:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Starting with Seeds is a kid-friendly seed starting workshop in 2 parts! The first shows a few different ways to germinate seeds. The second gives a chance to plant the germinated seeds into containers. There will be lots of seedlings to take home and grow for transplanting into your home garden or containers. The plants will be a mix of easy to grow flowers and vegetables that are compatible.
Saturday, March 4 (Part 1) 1:00 to 3:00pm Saturday, March 11 (Part 2) 1:00 to 3:00
Fee: $35 (materials provided) Ages: 3+ (under 5 with an adult) to 12 years

Kids Garden Club
2017-03-04 09:45 - 11:45 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Once a month we meet for seasonal gardening activities in our very own JMG Garden Plot! Our growing season starts early, and there is always lots to do!! When the weather is not quite ideal, we can work indoors to start seeds, learn to propagate plants, plan our home gardens, build trellising, and lots more. When the weather cooperates, we spend every minute creating garden beds, amending soil, mulching, planting, weeding, staking, and watering! These are great skills to get your garden enthusiast growing their own food at home. There are lots of take homes, from seeds to plants and harvests whenever available.
CLUB DATES: Saturday's from 9:45 am – 11:45 am on March 4, April 1, May 6, June 3, Sept 9, Oct 7, Nov 4, Dec 2

FAMILY DAY WEEKEND EVENT AT HCP - CANCELLED
2017-02-11 10:00 - 14:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Due to weather-related conditions in the Gardens, the Family Day Weekend Event had to be cancelled.
Our special Family Event will be held on Saturday, February 11, from 10-2pm.
Family Day is observed to celebrate the importance of families and family life. Come and share The Gardens at HCP Saturday, February 11 for our special family event. There will be family-friendly activities planned between 10:00 am and 2:00 pm (the gardens will be open between 10-4). These will be free with your donation for admission + contribution of a non-perishable food item to help another family. Participate in a habitat exploration hike, take a bird walk, learn about endangered species in the area, plant a seed, make a puppet and more! Dress for the weather and enjoy the many seasonal delights of our Winter Gardens.

Willow Chair Workshop
2017-01-29 09:00 - 17:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
with 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
To register, call 250 479 6162

Wicker Basket with a Wood Base Start Workshop
2017-01-22 09:30 - 16:30 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
with 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. Suitable for all levels of experience – including beginner.
Cost:
$120.00 HCP Members
$140.00 Non Members
Call the office to register 250 479 6162

Instructor Bio: Joan Carrigan
Joan Carrigan is a full time basketmaker and basketry teacher living on Salt Spring Island, BC. Over the past 25 years, her passion for baskets has led her to study, travel and explore many different techniques and materials within the medium. Joan studied Fine Art and Art History at the University of Guelph and her love of history has fuelled her research in traditional techniques. Her background in fine art has fuelled her enthusiasm for the sculptural and creative potentials that the medium offers. Her inspiration comes from the plant materials she respectfully harvests from nature. Joan's work has been exhibited nationally and internationally. Joan teaches extensively both close to home and in Europe and finds this to be a very rewarding aspect of her career.

Saanich Seedy Saturday
2017-01-14 10:00 - 14:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada

Red Seal Preparation Workshop
2017-01-07 12:30 - 16:30 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
(Rescheduled from November 5, 2016)
For those who want to challenge the Red Seal Landscape Horticulture Exam - this course helps you to prepare for the exam!
Instructor Egan Davis will give you an overview of the exam:
- Scope of exam
- Interpreting the National Occupational Analysis
- Challenging exam content for BC candidates
- Horticulture math skills
- Exam writing tips
- Study Techniques
- Practice Exam - 50 questions
Instructor: Egan Davis
Cost: $75 - includes a booklet to help you prepare for the exam

To sign up: Please phone 250-479-3210, or email collegeadmin@hcp.ca. Full payment is required with registration.

For information on challenging the Interprovincial Red Seal Exam, please see:
http://www.itabc.ca/program/horticulturist-landscape
(Scroll down to the section titled 'Challenge Certification/Recognize Prior Experience')

Saanich Seedy Saturday
2017-01-05 08:00 - 17:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Haliburton Farms, with support from the Gardens at HCP and the District of Saanich, presents Saanich Seedy Saturday on January 14th, 10 am - 2 pm.
- Talk "Creating a Buzz: Attracting and Feeding Bumblebees in Your Garden" is at 11 am & 1 pm by Lori Weidenhammer, author of 'Victory Gardens for Bees'
- Quality local vendors with seeds, starts, plants, and more
- seed swap table
$5 admission includes the Gardens at HCP

Festive Table Centrepiece Workshop
2016-12-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Garden and floral designer Patty Brown will teach you how to create an exquisite holiday centerpiece using fresh greens and natural materials that will become the focus of conversation not just decoration. You will learn about the tools, supplies and floral products required to create your own arrangement in this hands on workshop. Take home a one of a kind centerpiece that will last for weeks with minimal care. Bring secateurs (hand pruners). All other materials supplied.
HCP Members $25
Non Members $35

To register, call 250 479 6162

Nature Weaving
2016-12-10 13:00 - 15:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Use natural materials and basic weaving skills to create a unique art form.
Date: December 10
Time: 1-3 pm
Cost: $35
Ages: 8-12 years
For registration, please call the HCP office at 250-479-6162.

Pesticide Applicator Course and Exam
2016-12-10 09:00 - 2016-12-11 16:30 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Landscape General Category
Saturday, December 10, and Sunday, December 11, 9am – 4:30pm
Exam: Monday, December 12, 6-9pm
Cost for the course is $400, which includes the textbooks and the exam fee. Note that you can sign up to write the exam only for a cost of $110.
To sign up please contact College Administration at (250) 479-3210, or via email form:

Reindeer Workshop
2016-12-10 01:00 - 16:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Bring your little elves to Santa's workshop! This is a great activity for children, families, grandparents and adults too! Participants receive a reindeer kit and then set about creating their own Rudolph with guidance from instructor Lonnie Paton. This is a drop in class and space is limited. Spots are given on a first come first serve basis, so come early and enjoy a walk in the gardens before class.
$20 per Reindeer/ Drop in Only/ Limited Spaces!

Bark Woven Pouch Workshop
2016-11-20 09:30 - 16:30 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
with Joan Carrigan
Learn the traditional art of basket weaving with Joan Carrigan. Joan is a skilled basketweaver and teaches both locally and in Europe.
This technique of woven pouch is like weaving a magic trick and is super fun to create. Participants will explore 2 scales in this technique, a large pouch woven with willow bark strips and a small pouch woven with cedar bark and waxed linen thread. The large pouch can be used as a wall basket or a purse with a strap attached and the small basket can be made into a necklace or a tiny treasure basket. Discussion will cover how to harvest and prepare tree barks.
HCP Members $115
Non-Members $135

To register, call 250 479 6162.
Instructor Bio: Joan Carrigan
Joan Carrigan is a full time basketmaker and basketry teacher living on Salt Spring Island, BC. Over the past 25 years, her passion for baskets has led her to study, travel and explore many different techniques and materials within the medium. Joan studied Fine Art and Art History at the University of Guelph and her love of history has fueled her research in traditional techniques. Her background in fine art has fueled her enthusiasm for the sculptural and creative potentials that the medium offers. Her inspiration comes from the plant materials she respectfully harvests from nature. Joan's work has been exhibited nationally and internationally. Joan teaches extensively both close to home and in Europe and finds this to be a very rewarding aspect of her career.

Yoga for Everyone
2016-11-13 09:30 - 11:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Join us for a gentle class of Yoga and meditation at the gardens on November 13th at 9:30 am. The gardens provide a tranquil space to slow down and practice the art of being in the moment. The combination of Yoga and nature is a dynamic duo. One of Nature's gifts is its inherent ability to relax our nervous systems allowing us to rest and heal. No experience is necessary and beginners are welcome. Please wear comfortable clothes and bring a Yoga mat and blanket.
HCP Members: $10
Non-Members: $15
Call to register: 250-479-6162

Terrarium Gardens
2016-11-12 13:00 - 15:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Explore the world of plants, how they grow, & what you need to build & maintain your own wee garden! Bring a large glass container to transform!
Date: November 12
Time: 1-3 pm
Cost: $35
Ages: 5-11 years
For registration, please call the HCP office at 250-479-6162.

A Harvest Hoot
2016-10-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
A HARVEST HOOT IS SOLD OUT

The Gardens at HCP is presenting a Harvest Hoot - a non-scary and education program for your children.
The cost is $15 per FAMILY and includes pumpkin carving, Halloween activities and crafts and a live OWL and other birds of prey from The Raptors centre.
Call 250-479-6162 to register your child today or e-mail youthprograms@hcp.ca for more information.

Permaculture Basics
2016-10-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
with The Compost Education Centre

The Compost Education Centre has been teaching children and adults how to compost and grow their own food for over 20 years. They will be offering some of their great workshops at the HCP this summer. Permaculture is a sustainable design theory modeled on natural ecosystems. This workshop touches on permaculture history, ethics and principles, and scale-able ways to apply the theory to your garden and home.
HCP Members $18
Non-Members $25
To register, call 250 479 6162.

Bean Pot Basket Workshop
2016-10-29 09:30 - 16:30 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
with Joan Carrigan
Learn the traditional art of basket weaving with Joan Carrigan. Joan is a skilled basketweaver and teaches both locally and in Europe. Participants will create this attractive bean pot basket with swing handle. It is a traditional splint woven basket with a twined base. This basket has an old world feel but it's rounded shape and size is classic and perfect for everyday storing and displaying. Basket weaving classes a creative and social experience with participants enjoy each others company while learning this beautiful art form.
HCP Members $115
Non-Members $135
To register, call 250 479 6162
Instructor Bio: Joan Carrigan
Joan Carrigan is a full time basketmaker and basketry teacher living on Salt Spring Island, BC. Over the past 25 years, her passion for baskets has led her to study, travel and explore many different techniques and materials within the medium. Joan studied Fine Art and Art History at the University of Guelph and her love of history has fueled her research in traditional techniques. Her background in fine art has fueled her enthusiasm for the sculptural and creative potentials that the medium offers. Her inspiration comes from the plant materials she respectfully harvests from nature. Joan's work has been exhibited nationally and internationally. Joan teaches extensively both close to home and in Europe and finds this to be a very rewarding aspect of her career.

Growing Medicinal Mushrooms Workshop
2016-10-26 18:00 - 20:30 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
with Danielle Stevenson
Learn about medicinal mushrooms, and how to grow them with Danielle of D.I.Y. Fungi. This workshop will offer an introduction to the amazing world of medicinal mushrooms, and how to grow your own. We'll explore the nutritional and medicinal properties of Reishi, Turkey Tail, Lion's Mane, Maitake, Shiitake and Oyster mushrooms, and how to prepare them in cooking, teas, broths, capsules and tinctures.
HCP Members $50
Non-Members $60
To register, call 250 479 6162.

Herbs to Beat the Winter Blues Workshop
2016-10-23 13:00 - 15:30 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
with Lily Fawn
Learn the gentle approach to care for yourself and reduce stress with Lily Fawn, owner and creator of Earth's Herbal Products. As we transition from the warm to the cold seasons, it is a good time to check in with yourself and offer up a supportive treatment for the nervous system. Learn about specific herbs, aromatherapy, different kinds of nervines “what are they” and more. Create your own tea ritual for relaxation. Make your own and take home, tinctures, oils and teas.
HCP Members $55.00
Non-Members $65.00

Instructor Bio: Lily Fawn
Herbalist, Lily Fawn, has been studying the art of blending herbs and teas since 1992. She is fun, educated and full of innovative ideas. The success of her recipes spread among the local community until she was encouraged to create a line of products to be available in stores. Lily started her own company called Earth's Herbal Products Inc, an ever-growing line of fresh plant apothecary and herbal teas that are healthy, natural, medicinal, self-stable and tasty. Lily values community, organic farming, wildcrafting, folklore, holistic health and sharing her knowledge via educational events like tea parties and workshops.
