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Monday, March 20 2023 - Wednesday, June 21 2023In spring the Garden is bursting with cheerful rhododendrons, stunning magnolias, delicate cherry blossoms and bloom-full camellias – to mention a few…
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Wednesday, June 21 2023 - Friday, September 22 2023Summer in the Garden features vibrant colours and fragrant smells for our visitors to enjoy.
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Saturday, September 23 2023 - Thursday, December 21 2023Autumn colours are absolutely stunning at the Garden, and there are plenty of blooms still showing.
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Thursday, December 21 2023 - Sunday, March 24The winter Garden features muted colour palettes, stunning silhouettes and a scattering of colour with winter berries and blooms.
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Getting a Head Start on Veggie Garden Planning
Tuesday, February 11 2025 2.30 - 4.30Get a head start on the 2025 growing season with Jenna Jaski, Co-owner of Victory Gardens. Participants will learn how to plan their gardens, including what crops to grow, when to plant by seed or starter, and how to maximize their space. We will also discuss crop rotation and garden mapping to enhance crop yields and growing success next season. Bring your questions; there may be time for a Q&A session at the end!
Drawing Tree Shapes and Textures (Online)
Wednesday, February 12 2025 - Wednesday, February 26 2025Join local artist Katharine Dickinson for an immersive online series on capturing the beauty of trees through drawing. Over three engaging sessions, you’ll refine your observational skills, explore colour matching, and uncover the unique features that define different tree species.
Learn essential drawing techniques inspired by botanical art and tree photography, simplifying concepts like foreshortening and perspective. Practical exercises will focus on textures and details, including bark, twigs, leaves, and cones, using live tree examples.
Essentials of Landscape Design (Online)
Thursday, February 13 2025 - Tuesday, February 27Whether you’re designing a small green entrance to your home or an expansive backyard oasis, this online series will equip you with the essential principles of landscape design. Join Janis Matson, horticulturist and owner of Shoreline Landscape Design, for this 4-part workshop series.
Learn foundational design concepts, such as soil, slope, sun exposure, and irrigation. Expand your learning with the principles and elements of design like focal points, scale, colour, balance, and more. Bring photos or drawings of your garden and work on your own property’s design with feedback and insight from the instructor. Leave inspired and ready to design your garden.
February Ivy Basket Weaving
Saturday, February 22 2025 10.00am - 12.00pmDiscover the art of crafting baskets and trivets from invasive English ivy!
In this hands-on experience led by Grace Nombrado, you will learn all the steps of collecting, preparing and weaving ivy. Enjoy refreshments while you connect with fellow participants. You’ll leave with your very own completed ivy creation. No experience is necessary; all materials are provided.