JMG Spring Break Camp

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

Junior Master Gardener Camp (JMG) Come grow with us! This dynamic program educates youth about horticulture, health, nutrition, environmental science, leadership and life skills using fun and creative activities. Flexibility is a key component of the JMG program that enables it to be adapted to meet the needs and interests of different individuals and organizations. […]

Pesticide Applicator Course

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

Pesticide Applicator's Certificate Course (Landscape General Category): Course: March 20 and 27, 2019 Exam: March 29, 2019 Course:Wednesdays, 8:30 am – 4:00 pm Exam: Friday 1:00 - 4:00pm 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 […]

Pesticide Applicator Exam

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

Pesticide Applicator's Certificate Course (Landscape General Category): Course: March 20 and 27, 2019 Exam: March 29, 2019 Course: Wednesdays, 8:30 am – 4:00 pm Exam: Friday 1:00 - 4:00pm Location: The Gardens at HCP Cost: $400 including textbooks and exam fees; exam only is $110 Cost without books: $280* (*The required books have recently changed […]

Cannabis Basics for the Home Grower

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

with Jo Wyld Learn the basics of growing Cannabis for personal use with college instructor, Jo Wyld. This workshop will cover cannabis species and strains, how cannabis is used, starting from seed or clone, considerations and methods for growing outdoors or indoors, common pests and disease, harvesting and relevant legislation.  HCP Members $60 Non-Members $65 […]

Fairy Garden Youth Workshop

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

  Fairy Gardens We will begin with an enchanted walk through the Gardens gathering natural materials and inspiration to create your own take home Fairy Garden. There will have a chance to explore a variety of materials such as clay, moss, and twigs. Parents/guardians are welcome to stay and participate and required to stay with […]

The Art of Bonsai – Design and Care Workshop

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

with Mark Paterson Come learn the art of bonsai with Mark Paterson, President of the Vancouver Island Bonsai Society in the first of a three part series. Each part  can be taken on its own or as part of the series. In Part one, Mark will teach you how to apply bonsai techniques to a 1 gallon […]

Cannabis Basics for the Home Grower

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

with Jo Wyld Learn the basics of growing Cannabis for personal use with college instructor, Jo Wyld. This workshop will cover cannabis species and strains, how cannabis is used, starting from seed or clone, considerations and methods for growing outdoors or indoors, common pests and disease, harvesting and relevant legislation.  HCP Members $60 Non-Members $65 […]

Willow Bark Triple Wall Basket Workshop

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

With Joan Carrigan Willow bark is a lovely material for plaiting and twining baskets. This construction method which produces a triple layer of material creates a beautiful basket and offers interesting design possibilities. It is sure to be treasured. Our basketry workshops are popular. Should the class be sold out when you call, please put […]

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Professional Development Day Camp

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

Junior Master Gardener Camp (JMG) Have you ever picnicked with a frog? Watched a pair of mallard ducks float quietly down the stream while feeding? Snacked on a fairy garden ground cover? These and more experiences await you in our gardens during Pro D Day Camps this spring. Over the past weeks we have seen […]

Willow Chair Workshop

Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, 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 […]