Horticulture Centre of the Pacific

Year Round Harvest
2016-01-24 13:15 - 17:15 (America/Vancouver) | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Year Round Harvest For The Urban Gardner
The benefits of growing your own food are many: the knowledge that sound and sustainable gardening practices were followed; summer gardens are economical and winter gardens even more so and learning how to provide protection from deeper cold will expand the range of what can be grown; the variety of vegetables and fruit available to the urban gardener is enormous; flavour and quality that would never be found in a supermarket; the sense of accomplishment that comes from self-sufficiency. No matter how large or how small your garden is, you will learn how to make the most of it.
In 10 sessions, Linda Gilkeson will cover from seeds to harvest for large and small urban gardens.
All Sundays 1:15 pm to 5:15 pm

Food Security & Incubator Farm
2016-01-21 09:00 - 12:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
For community members, city planners, land owners, potential farmers, decision makers and students.
This workshop is an opportunity to sit around the table with like-minded folk to learn more about the Incubator farm model as a proven opportunity for for new farmers in need of land, business planning and infrastructure to start a farm business.
Keynote Speakers
Elmarie Roberts: Education Representative, Haliburton Community Organic Farm (www.haliburtonfarm.org)
Linda Geggie: Coordinator CRFAIR, connector of all things food and agriculture (www.crfair.ca)
Tickets: $15. To register call 250-479-6162

Silk Merino Cobweb Felted Scarf
2016-01-17 10:00 - 16:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
In this one-day, project-oriented workshop, students will explore felt making through the creation of a shimmering black and white cobweb felted scarf. Cobweb felting produces a lightweight fabric with an elegant drape. The super-soft merino wool and silk provided for this class will result in an exceptionally soft and luxurious scarf. No previous felt making experience required. The techniques learned in this class are applicable to all felt projects. All materials included.
Jenny requests that students bring: Two (bath size) towels per person and your favourite scissors or rubber gloves (labelled).
Registration Fee (materials included)
Members: $140
Non-Members: $160

Nuno Felted Shawl
2016-01-10 10:00 - 16:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Nuno felting is a technique by which loose fibre is hand melded with fabric. During this workshop students will design and create an elegant shawl from iridescent silk, super soft merino wool and natural tussah silk fibre. The shawl
features a felted loop for easy wear and is adorned with a nuno felted flower. No previous felt making experience is required. The techniques learned in this class are applicable to all felt projects.
Materials are included. When registering please specify your colour preference of either iridescent red or grey.
Jenny requests each student bring three towels (bath size).
Registration Fee (materials included)
Members/$140,
Non-Members/$160

Willow Chair Workshop
2016-01-10 09:00 - 17:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
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. Work with a friend or alone. Please wear appropriate clothing & bring a lunch.
HCP Members $250.00
Non-HCP Members $275.00
To sign up: Please call 250 479 6162 or use the email form below:

Saanich Seedy Saturday
2016-01-09 10:00 - 14:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Haliburton Farms, the City of Saanich and the Gardens at HCP have joined together to present the first Seedy Saturday in the Capital Regional District in 2016.
Haliburton Community Organic Farms has outgrown their successful in-house Seedy Saturday and is moving to HCP. There will be 20 vendors with a focus on organic goods and speakers. Please watch this space or our Social Media feeds for more information.
For more information please contact us via the email form:

Wicker Basket With Wood Base Start
2016-01-07 09:30 - 17:00 | 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:
$115.00 HCP Members
$135.00 Non-Members
To sign up: Please call 250 479 6162 or use the email form below:

Winter Closure
2015-12-21 00:00 - 2016-01-03 23:59 | BC
The Gardens at HCP will be closed December 21st to January 3rd. We look forward to your visit in the New Year!

Reindeer Workshop
2015-12-06 13:00 - 15:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Drop in and make your very own unique reindeer. All pieces will be cut and prepared ahead of time so all you need to do is get creative and have fun! The instructor Lonnie Paton will be there to guide participants through the process.
At the end of the class you will have your own Rudolf, Blitzen or Dasher to take home with you. This is a great activity to get the whole family into the festive spirit.
There are no reserved spots for this workshop and quantities are limited so be sure to get there early.
Cost: $15 per reindeer
