Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific

ONLINE VIA ZOOM WITH JOAN CARRIGAN Taught over two evening sessions - Tuesdays, May 24 & 31 - 6:45pm - 8:30pm This ancient stitching technique has been used to make pouches and bags in many parts of the world. In this workshop, participants will start by learning design variations of knotless netting using waxed threads worked over a […]

This is a monthly class in which participants will be introduced to 25 new plants in each session. Plants are selected for our local growing conditions and the value they bring to the garden. Sadly, Diane Pierce has retired from teaching this class at the end of 2021. The class will now be taught by […]

... An Online Learning Series to Inspire, Motivate and Educate... This is a new online program and second of a Learning Series Richard has created to help inspire and motivate those who might be stuck in their creative journey, or sometimes find it hard to get going.  His pilot series, introduced earlier this year, was a success. […]

Online via Zoom with Joan Carrigan Coiling is one of the most portable basketry techniques and is friendly on the hands. We'll be using tapestry yarn for our stitching material offering a colourful palette to explore different stitching patterns and shaping options - all of which provide endless design possibilities. This basket ticks a lot […]

Saturdays, 9:00am - 12:00pm - April 9 & 16 This workshop is for those serious about cultivating fruit and nuts in an urban space. Ryan Senechal will cover: selection of cultivars, planting, staking & training, soil, nutrients & watering, pruning, plant health & cultural controls, grafting & propagation. The focus will be on apple, cherry, […]