If you are a new gardener, new to Victoria or just want to brush up on your plant knowledge, this is a great place to get started. This is a monthly class where participants will be introduced to 20 new plants which fit with our local climate. Plants are selected for our local growing conditions […]
The Victoria Horticultural Society will meet on November 3, 2026 ((7:00 – 9:00 pm) at the Ukrainian Cultural Centre (3277 Douglas St). Our speaker is Paul Spriggs, rock gardener, plant explorer, photographer, owner of Spriggs Garden Landscaping, and co-author of “The Crevice Garden.” Paul will speak on the topic “Great Scot! Some cool stuff about plant explorer David Douglas’ […]
Learn to make your own backyard compost- a living soil amendment rich in nutrients and micro-organisms!
From backyard growing to community and boulevard gardening, ensuring your soil is healthy is the first step to any urban agriculture project Soils can build up heavy metals and other pollutants over time from a range of sources — including industry, transportation, construction materials, and unsustainable land use practices. The first step to any urban […]
Composting options for those that live in apartments, condos, or units without a yard! We’ll cover options that are available for composting without a yard. Surprisingly, there are many, and we’ll discover the benefits and drawbacks to each so you can determine the system that is right for your life & home. We’ll learn about: […]
If you are a new gardener, new to Victoria or just want to brush up on your plant knowledge, this is a great place to get started. This is a monthly class where participants will be introduced to 20 new plants which fit with our local climate. Plants are selected for our local growing conditions […]
If you are a new gardener, new to Victoria or just want to brush up on your plant knowledge, this is a great place to get started. This is a monthly class where participants will be introduced to 20 new plants which fit with our local climate. Plants are selected for our local growing conditions […]