Pacific Horticulture College

35 Years of Excellence in Horticulture Education

The Pacific Horticulture College has been training professional gardeners since 1987. Pacific Horticulture College is regulated by the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Training and holds a designated certificate. Pacific Horticulture College is recognized by SkilledTradesBC of British Columbia as a training provider for a Red Seal in Horticulture.

Pacific Horticulture College Mission Statement

The PHC is committed to providing excellence in horticulture training under the umbrella of the Horticulture Centre of the Pacific. The College will enable its students to develop skills to maximize employment opportunities and to encourage sustainable, environmentally responsible stewardship of gardens and green space.

Pacific Horticulture College Purpose

The Pacific Horticulture College provides an integrated education program with theoretical studies and practical application. We intend to equip students with the ability to:

Succeed in self-employed careers and various employment in Landscape Horticulture
Build lasting relationships in the Horticulture industry
Interact with their education beyond the classroom

Why Choose Pacific Horticulture College

The PHC provides excellence in horticulture training in partnership with the Gardens at HCP. We emphasize environmentally minded practices and practical skills development. Students have the opportunity to work with highly qualified instructors from across the Horticulture industry in small classroom settings. Being located at the Horticulture Centre of Pacific, students receive a variety of hands-on practical experience in the Gardens. At PHC, the gardens are the classroom!

Learning Environment

Pacific Horticulture College is committed to creating a safe and respectful learning environment for everyone. For additional information please review the following:

Student Profile

Students at the PHC come from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. For some, it is the first time in post-secondary education, but others are seeking a career change. Many students find themselves drawn to the interactive education and a career spent cultivating. Each student brings a unique background and connection to Horticulture which makes each class truly unique. With diverse backgrounds, what brings PHC students together is a passion for plants and the outdoors that PHC gives them an opportunity to grow in.