March 2019
By Donation Monday
On the third Monday of every month, admission to the Gardens at HCP is by donation - a great opportunity to check out our beautiful gardens!
Find out more »JMG Spring Break Camp
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. It is perfectly suited to Afterschool Childcare Programs, 4-H, Home School groups, or any number of interest groups as a program enhancement. If you are…
Find out more »Pesticide Applicator Course
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 correct two books for the course. Please contact us to determine if your books are current.) To sign up: Phone our office at 250-479-3210, or…
Find out more »Grow your Own Cut Flower Garden Workshop
with Eiddwen Thomas There are lots of great reasons for having your own cutting garden including the reward, the scent, the beauty, nurturing our environment, bringing loveliness into our homes, giving joy to others, growing for a special occasion, participating in the local flower movement, being outdoors and getting some great exercise. This three hour course is for the recreational grower. It will include useful information and handouts on how to start and maintain a cutting garden over the growing…
Find out more »Willow Hoop Rib Basket Workshop
With Joan Carrigan This is a variation of an oval rib basket which has 2 built-in side handles often called a potato basket. We will be using willow for the hoop and a combination of dyed reed and seagrass for the weaving. This is a lovely storage and display basket perfect for the kitchen or holding craft supplies. Our basketry workshops are popular. Should the class be sold out when you call, please put your name on the waiting list…
Find out more »Advanced Pruning Workshop
with Ryan Senechal Are you a hands-on gardener hesitant to prune small trees and shrubs in fear of injuring or undesirably altering them? This course with certified arborist Ryan Senechal will give you the skills you need to successfully prune your garden. In 2 sessions, basic pruning techniques and advanced strategies will be reviewed and applied to teach you how to achieve desirable structure, reduced maintenance & long term plant health in your garden. Your confidence and comfort will grow as…
Find out more »JMG Spring Break Camp
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. It is perfectly suited to Afterschool Childcare Programs, 4-H, Home School groups, or any number of interest groups as a program enhancement. If you are…
Find out more »Pesticide Applicator Course
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 correct two books for the course. Please contact us to determine if your books are current.) To sign up: Phone our office at 250-479-3210, or…
Find out more »Pesticide Applicator Exam
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 and you must have the correct two books for the course. Please contact us to determine if your books are current.) To sign up: Phone…
Find out more »Willow Chair Workshop
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
Find out more »Cannabis Basics for the Home Grower
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 To register, call 250 479 6162
Find out more »April 2019
JMG Kids Garden Club
*New start time* Once a month we meet for seasonal gardening activities in our very own Junior Master Gardener 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…
Find out more »The Art of Bonsai – Design and Care Workshop
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 sized plant which you get to take home with you. You will learn bonsai history, design and care. The class will also cover how to…
Find out more »Fairy Garden Youth Workshop
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 children under 6 years. Date: Saturday, April 6 Time: 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Ages: 5+ years Cost: $15
Find out more »Cannabis Basics for the Home Grower
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 To register, call 250 479 6162
Find out more »Willow Bark Triple Wall Basket Workshop
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 your name on the waiting list as we may run a second class with enough interest. Tools to Bring: Scissors, ruler, an old towel, spray…
Find out more »Meadowscaping for Biodiversity Workshop
with Kristen Miskelly Are you a homeowner or land manager interested in creating a native wildflower meadow in place of lawn or field? Join Kristen Miskelly of Saanich Native Plants to learn what you need to know to create a successful meadow, including which native species to use, how to prepare and plant your area, and how to keep it thriving for years to come. Members $45 Non-Members $60 To register, call 250 479 6162
Find out more »Professional Development Day Camp
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. It is perfectly suited to Afterschool Childcare Programs, 4-H, Home School groups, or any number of interest groups as a program enhancement. If you are…
Find out more »Plant identification & Culture Workshops
With Diane Pierce One Saturday a month 1pm - 4pm 2019 Dates: January 26, February 16, March 16, April 13, May 25, June 15, July 20, August 17 (field trip – please pre-register), September 14, October 26, November 16, December 7 Learn all about plants with Diane Pierce, expert gardener, designer and writer. Diane will introduce you to 25 new plants in each session. You will learn Latin & common names, plant descriptions, cultural requirements, general maintenance and landscape uses.…
Find out more »Getting Started with Backyard Beekeeping Workshop
with Gordon Mackay Have you ever wanted to start keeping bees but didn't know where to start? Would you like to see improved fruit production in your garden along with the potential of having your own honey? Learn the basics of beekeeping with Gordon Mackay. In this workshop we will cover the basics of how to start your first colony. We will look at the various parts of the hive and what is involved in setting up and maintaining your…
Find out more »By Donation Monday
On the third Monday of every month, admission to the Gardens at HCP is by donation - a great opportunity to check out our beautiful gardens!
Find out more »Eco Crafts Youth Workshop
ECO CRAFTS Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Re-purpose, Recycle! In our zero waste workshop we explore different ways we can make a positive impact on our environment in our everyday lives! Through different crafts such as beeswax reusable food wrap and T-Shirt tote bags we turn old into new and learn about how small changes can make a big difference in the world around us! Date: Saturday April 20, 2019 Time: 1:00 pm -3:00 pm Ages: 5+ Years Fee: $20/child
Find out more »Earth Day in the Gardens
What better place to celebrate the planet we call home than in a garden? Meet and interact with earth-minded community groups, nonprofit organizations, green businesses and more at this, "enviro expo for all things eco!" Admission is free and includes access to our nine acres of demonstration gardens to inspire you, as well as interactive children's activities to engage the next generation of environmental stewards. In addition to meeting and interacting with organizations at their booths, we'll have some extra…
Find out more »Stories in the Garden
Join us at the gardens for our bi-weekly storytime designed for our youngest gardeners. Each program centres around a theme that explores subjects such as gardens, pollinators, vegetable growing, and other environmental themes through stories, garden activities and related crafts. Children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult. For further information, please contact: [email protected] Dates: April 29, May 13, May 27, 2019 Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am Cost: $5/child, free admission for an accompanying adult Ages:2+ years (designed for…
Find out more »May 2019
Willow Woven Trays
With Joan Carrigan Willow is highly valued as a basket making material. We will begin with a discussion about how to grow, harvest and prepare willow for weaving. Different types of trays will be explored including tension and rib style trays. This course offers an introduction to working with willow and your finished work is certain to become favourites center pieces for serving or displaying your fresh produce. Our basketry workshops are popular. Should the class be sold out when…
Find out more »JMG Kids Garden Club
*New start time* Once a month we meet for seasonal gardening activities in our very own Junior Master Gardener 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…
Find out more »Professional Development Day Camp
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. It is perfectly suited to Afterschool Childcare Programs, 4-H, Home School groups, or any number of interest groups as a program enhancement. If you are…
Find out more »Herb Crafts Youth Workshop
HERB CRAFTS Do you enjoy the natural fragrances from the garden as you harvest fresh herbs? Would you like to create some personal use products for home. Using fresh and dried herbs along with essential oils, we will make some bath balms, salts and other products with just a few garden and household ingredients. *All materials are provided Date: May 11, 2019 Time: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Cost: $15/child Age: 5+ years
Find out more »Stories in the Garden
Join us at the gardens for our bi-weekly storytime designed for our youngest gardeners. Each program centres around a theme that explores subjects such as gardens, pollinators, vegetable growing, and other environmental themes through stories, garden activities and related crafts. Children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult. For further information, please contact: [email protected] Dates: April 29, May 13, May 27, 2019 Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am Cost: $5/child, free admission for an accompanying adult Ages:2+ years (designed for…
Find out more »Tomato Day
Join us for Tomato Day and choose from a variety of organically grown tomato starts for your veggie garden. Other veggies, including edible flowers, and herbs will be available too. Free admission to the Gardens during the sale!
Find out more »By Donation Monday
On the third Monday of every month, admission to the Gardens at HCP is by donation - a great opportunity to check out our beautiful gardens!
Find out more »Plant identification & Culture Workshops
With Diane Pierce One Saturday a month 1pm - 4pm 2019 Dates: January 26, February 16, March 16, April 13, May 25, June 15, July 20, August 17 (field trip – please pre-register), September 14, October 26, November 16, December 7 Learn all about plants with Diane Pierce, expert gardener, designer and writer. Diane will introduce you to 25 new plants in each session. You will learn Latin & common names, plant descriptions, cultural requirements, general maintenance and landscape uses.…
Find out more »The Art of Bonsai Workshop – Root Cutting Workshop
with Mark Paterson Come learn the art of bonsai with Mark Paterson, President of the Vancouver Island Bonsai Society. This is the second of a three part series and can be taken on its own. Come pot up the bonsai you made in spring or learn about root cutting with your own plant. Learn how to control roots by trimming and using different types of soil. Workshop includes an asian style shallow pot. Part Three, September 29 will cover Winter…
Find out more »Willow Chair Workshop
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
Find out more »Stories in the Garden
Join us at the gardens for our bi-weekly storytime designed for our youngest gardeners. Each program centres around a theme that explores subjects such as gardens, pollinators, vegetable growing, and other environmental themes through stories, garden activities and related crafts. Children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult. For further information, please contact: y[email protected] Dates: April 29, May 13, May 27, 2019 Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am Cost: $5/child, free admission for an accompanying adult Ages:2+ years (designed for…
Find out more »Introduction to Garden Design Workshop Series
with Patty Brown This 9-session course with PHC instructor Patty Brown is designed for the homeowner and for those with an interest in landscape design. Students will learn to draft and design a residential landscape plan to scale. Two field trips will be used to look at existing landscapes and plant choices. Topics covered will include design principles and processes, garden styles, site analysis, plants as design elements and landscape materials. For the practical side of this course, it is…
Find out more »June 2019
Art of Bonsai – Advanced Class
with Mark Paterson Do you have a bonsai tree and are not sure what to do with it? You are not alone! Join Mark Paterson and learn to trim your tree and create a 2 year plan for your bonsai so you can understand the yearly rhythms of the art and get the most out of your tree. Learn the whys and hows of bonsai techniques and when to apply them to your tree specifically. We will help you work on your tree…
Find out more »JMG Kids Garden Club
*New start time* Once a month we meet for seasonal gardening activities in our very own Junior Master Gardener 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…
Find out more »Herbal Medicine Making Workshop
with Lily Fawn Herbalist, Lily Fawn, shares with you the secrets of medicinal medicine making. She will walk participants through the different types of medicinal infusions, oils, ointments, vinegars and the various ways to make them. This herbal workshop is designed seasonally in order to utilize fresh wild-gathered or herbs from the garden. This session will also offer an informative introduction to a materia medica of the herbs used in the class and receive a detailed handbook outlining all the…
Find out more »College Information Session
Thinking about a career in horticulture? Our next full-time Horticulture Certificate Program starts in January 2020. Learn about the program and the application process, see the gardens and bring all your questions to our information session on June 3, 2019 at 6pm @ The Gardens at HCP. Registration is preferred, but drop-ins are welcome. To register, please email [email protected]
Find out more »Picnic Night
The Gardens at HCP is extending our hours every second Wednesday night starting June 5. We encourage families and friends to come and enjoy a lovely picnic on our grounds. Admission is by donation between 5 and 8 pm. Bring your own dinner and find a bench or lawn to enjoy your meal while enjoying the sounds of a local musician. Local arts vendors will be onsite and you can browse through their selection of goods or visit the Master…
Find out more »Plant identification & Culture Workshops
With Diane Pierce One Saturday a month 1pm - 4pm 2019 Dates: January 26, February 16, March 16, April 13, May 25, June 15, July 20, August 17 (field trip – please pre-register), September 14, October 26, November 16, December 7 Learn all about plants with Diane Pierce, expert gardener, designer and writer. Diane will introduce you to 25 new plants in each session. You will learn Latin & common names, plant descriptions, cultural requirements, general maintenance and landscape uses.…
Find out more »By Donation Monday
On the third Monday of every month, admission to the Gardens at HCP is by donation - a great opportunity to check out our beautiful gardens!
Find out more »Picnic Night
The Gardens at HCP is extending our hours every second Wednesday night starting June 5. We encourage families and friends to come and enjoy a lovely picnic on our grounds. Admission is by donation between 5 and 8 pm. Bring your own dinner and find a bench or lawn to enjoy your meal while enjoying the sounds of a local musician. Local arts vendors will be onsite and you can browse through their selection of goods or visit the Master…
Find out more »July 2019
Stories in the Shade
Join us at the gardens for our bi-weekly storytime designed for our youngest gardeners. Each program centres around a theme that explores subjects such as gardens, pollinators, vegetable growing, and other environmental themes through stories, garden activities and related crafts. Children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult. For further information, please contact: [email protected] Dates: July 2, 16, 30, August 13 Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am Cost: $5/child, free admission for an accompanying adult Ages:2+ years (designed for younger…
Find out more »Picnic Night
The Gardens at HCP is extending our hours every second Wednesday night starting June 5. We encourage families and friends to come and enjoy a lovely picnic on our grounds. Admission is by donation between 5 and 8 pm. Bring your own dinner and find a bench or lawn to enjoy your meal while enjoying the sounds of a local musician. Local arts vendors will be onsite and you can browse through their selection of goods or visit the Master…
Find out more »JMG Summer Camp
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. It is perfectly suited to Afterschool Childcare Programs, 4-H, Home School groups, or any number of interest groups as a program enhancement. If you are…
Find out more »By Donation Monday
On the third Monday of every month, admission to the Gardens at HCP is by donation - a great opportunity to check out our beautiful gardens!
Find out more »Stories in the Shade
Join us at the gardens for our bi-weekly storytime designed for our youngest gardeners. Each program centres around a theme that explores subjects such as gardens, pollinators, vegetable growing, and other environmental themes through stories, garden activities and related crafts. Children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult. For further information, please contact: [email protected] Dates: July 2, 16, 30, August 13 Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am Cost: $5/child, free admission for an accompanying adult Ages:2+ years (designed for younger…
Find out more »Picnic Night
The Gardens at HCP is extending our hours every second Wednesday night starting June 5. We encourage families and friends to come and enjoy a lovely picnic on our grounds. Admission is by donation between 5 and 8 pm. Bring your own dinner and find a bench or lawn to enjoy your meal while enjoying the sounds of a local musician. Local arts vendors will be onsite and you can browse through their selection of goods or visit the Master…
Find out more »Summer Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop
with Ryan Senechal In this three hour workshop, certified arborist Ryan Senechal will provide an introductory summer fruit tree pruning instruction. Practical application is encouraged during the workshop. Learn how this traditional approach to pruning can reduce the burden of dormant season pruning as well as provide you with higher quality fruit. Secateurs are encouraged. HCP Members $45 Non-Members $55 To register, call 250 479 6162
Find out more »Plant identification & Culture Workshops
With Diane Pierce One Saturday a month 1pm - 4pm 2019 Dates: January 26, February 16, March 16, April 13, May 25, June 15, July 20, August 17 (field trip – please pre-register), September 14, October 26, November 16, December 7 Learn all about plants with Diane Pierce, expert gardener, designer and writer. Diane will introduce you to 25 new plants in each session. You will learn Latin & common names, plant descriptions, cultural requirements, general maintenance and landscape uses.…
Find out more »Garden Arts Camp
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. It is perfectly suited to Afterschool Childcare Programs, 4-H, Home School groups, or any number of interest groups as a program enhancement. If you are…
Find out more »Stories in the Shade
Join us at the gardens for our bi-weekly storytime designed for our youngest gardeners. Each program centres around a theme that explores subjects such as gardens, pollinators, vegetable growing, and other environmental themes through stories, garden activities and related crafts. Children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult. For further information, please contact: [email protected] Dates: July 2, 16, 30, August 13 Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am Cost: $5/child, free admission for an accompanying adult Ages:2+ years (designed for younger…
Find out more »Picnic Night
The Gardens at HCP is extending our hours every second Wednesday night starting June 5. We encourage families and friends to come and enjoy a lovely picnic on our grounds. Admission is by donation between 5 and 8 pm. Bring your own dinner and find a bench or lawn to enjoy your meal while enjoying the sounds of a local musician. Local arts vendors will be onsite and you can browse through their selection of goods or visit the Master…
Find out more »August 2019
JMG Summer Camp
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. It is perfectly suited to Afterschool Childcare Programs, 4-H, Home School groups, or any number of interest groups as a program enhancement. If you are…
Find out more »Arts & Music in the Gardens
2019 dates are Saturday, August 10 & Sunday, August 11 Please check back for more information on the event closer to the time. If you are a vendor interested in the event, please contact us using the general enquiries category on our contact form.
Find out more »Arts & Music in the Gardens
2019 dates are Saturday, August 10 & Sunday, August 11 Please check back for more information on the event closer to the time. If you are a vendor interested in the event, please contact us using the general enquiries category on our contact form.
Find out more »Stories in the Shade
Join us at the gardens for our bi-weekly storytime designed for our youngest gardeners. Each program centres around a theme that explores subjects such as gardens, pollinators, vegetable growing, and other environmental themes through stories, garden activities and related crafts. Children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult. For further information, please contact: [email protected] Dates: July 2, 16, 30, August 13 Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am Cost: $5/child, free admission for an accompanying adult Ages:2+ years (designed for younger…
Find out more »Picnic Night
The Gardens at HCP is extending our hours every second Wednesday night starting June 5. We encourage families and friends to come and enjoy a lovely picnic on our grounds. Admission is by donation between 5 and 8 pm. Bring your own dinner and find a bench or lawn to enjoy your meal while enjoying the sounds of a local musician. Local arts vendors will be onsite and you can browse through their selection of goods or visit the Master…
Find out more »Plant identification & Culture Workshops
With Diane Pierce One Saturday a month 1pm - 4pm 2019 Dates: January 26, February 16, March 16, April 13, May 25, June 15, July 20, August 17 (field trip – please pre-register), September 14, October 26, November 16, December 7 Learn all about plants with Diane Pierce, expert gardener, designer and writer. Diane will introduce you to 25 new plants in each session. You will learn Latin & common names, plant descriptions, cultural requirements, general maintenance and landscape uses.…
Find out more »By Donation Monday
On the third Monday of every month, admission to the Gardens at HCP is by donation - a great opportunity to check out our beautiful gardens!
Find out more »Picnic Night
The Gardens at HCP is extending our hours every second Wednesday night starting June 5. We encourage families and friends to come and enjoy a lovely picnic on our grounds. Admission is by donation between 5 and 8 pm. Bring your own dinner and find a bench or lawn to enjoy your meal while enjoying the sounds of a local musician. Local arts vendors will be onsite and you can browse through their selection of goods or visit the Master…
Find out more »September 2019
JMG Kids Garden Club
*New start time* Once a month we meet for seasonal gardening activities in our very own Junior Master Gardener 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…
Find out more »Plant identification & Culture Workshops
With Diane Pierce One Saturday a month 1pm - 4pm 2019 Dates: January 26, February 16, March 16, April 13, May 25, June 15, July 20, August 17 (field trip – please pre-register), September 14, October 26, November 16, December 7 Learn all about plants with Diane Pierce, expert gardener, designer and writer. Diane will introduce you to 25 new plants in each session. You will learn Latin & common names, plant descriptions, cultural requirements, general maintenance and landscape uses.…
Find out more »By Donation Monday
On the third Monday of every month, admission to the Gardens at HCP is by donation - a great opportunity to check out our beautiful gardens!
Find out more »Fall Plant Sale
Join us and choose from many unique plants which are propagated from the gardens by our volunteers. All plant prices are reduced by at least 20%. Admissions into the Gardens is free on plant sale day and Master Gardeners will be available to answer your questions. All proceeds raised from the plant sale support the development of our not-for-profit teaching gardens.
Find out more »COLLEGE INFORMATION SESSION
Thinking about a career in horticulture? Our next full-time Horticulture Certificate Program starts in January 2020. Learn about the program and the application process, see the gardens and bring all your questions to our information session on September 23, 2019 at 6pm @ The Gardens at HCP. Registration is preferred, but drop-ins are welcome. To register, please email [email protected]
Find out more »The Art of Bonsai – Winter Care Workshop
with Mark Paterson Come and learn the art of bonsai with Mark Paterson, President of the Vancouver Island Bonsai Society. This is the third section of a three part series that may be taken independently. With Mark`s expert instruction, you will learn to maintain and care for your bonsai throughout the winter season. Bonsai, like most plants, can use a little extra love and care late in the year. You will learn to trim and refine your bonsai while learning about specific…
Find out more »October 2019
JMG Kids Garden Club
*New start time* Once a month we meet for seasonal gardening activities in our very own Junior Master Gardener 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…
Find out more »By Donation Monday
On the third Monday of every month, admission to the Gardens at HCP is by donation - a great opportunity to check out our beautiful gardens!
Find out more »Family Harvest Festival
Join us for a fun-filled event with lots of activities for the family. Check back for more information on the event closer to the time.
Find out more »Plant identification & Culture Workshops
With Diane Pierce One Saturday a month 1pm - 4pm 2019 Dates: January 26, February 16, March 16, April 13, May 25, June 15, July 20, August 17 (field trip – please pre-register), September 14, October 26, November 16, December 7 Learn all about plants with Diane Pierce, expert gardener, designer and writer. Diane will introduce you to 25 new plants in each session. You will learn Latin & common names, plant descriptions, cultural requirements, general maintenance and landscape uses.…
Find out more »November 2019
Winter Hours Begin
A reminder that we are switching to our Winter hours beginning November 1st. Winter Hours - 10am - 4pm every day, November to February.
Find out more »JMG Kids Garden Club
*New start time* Once a month we meet for seasonal gardening activities in our very own Junior Master Gardener 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…
Find out more »Plant identification & Culture Workshops
With Diane Pierce One Saturday a month 1pm - 4pm 2019 Dates: January 26, February 16, March 16, April 13, May 25, June 15, July 20, August 17 (field trip – please pre-register), September 14, October 26, November 16, December 7 Learn all about plants with Diane Pierce, expert gardener, designer and writer. Diane will introduce you to 25 new plants in each session. You will learn Latin & common names, plant descriptions, cultural requirements, general maintenance and landscape uses.…
Find out more »By Donation Monday
On the third Monday of every month, admission to the Gardens at HCP is by donation - a great opportunity to check out our beautiful gardens!
Find out more »December 2019
JMG Kids Garden Club
*New start time* Once a month we meet for seasonal gardening activities in our very own Junior Master Gardener 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…
Find out more »Plant identification & Culture Workshops
With Diane Pierce One Saturday a month 1pm - 4pm 2019 Dates: January 26, February 16, March 16, April 13, May 25, June 15, July 20, August 17 (field trip – please pre-register), September 14, October 26, November 16, December 7 Learn all about plants with Diane Pierce, expert gardener, designer and writer. Diane will introduce you to 25 new plants in each session. You will learn Latin & common names, plant descriptions, cultural requirements, general maintenance and landscape uses.…
Find out more »By Donation Monday
On the third Monday of every month, admission to the Gardens at HCP is by donation - a great opportunity to check out our beautiful gardens!
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