The workshop will consist of both a classroom session and an outdoor demonstration of planting, care and maintenance in the garden. Each will be approximately one hour in duration. During the classroom session, participants will be introduced to the joys of gardening with ornamental grasses. Some basic botany, the most popular grass varieties for our […]
Instructors Bethany Couture & Jennie Sparkes lead this informative workshop that will show you how to build wildfire-resilience into your gardens and landscapes. You’ll learn how to better steward your land, choose fire resilient plants, and design gardens that not only look beautiful, but increase the protection of your home from wildfire loss.
The Okanagan Master Gardeners will give a Seed Starting Workshop in March at the Summerland Branch of the Okanagan Regional Library: Event Description Dreaming of a lush garden this spring but unsure how to start your seeds? Join us for a hands-on workshop presented by the Okanagan Master Gardeners. Learn the essentials of starting seeds […]
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 Okanagan Master Gardeners are hosting a Seed Starting Presentation at the Lake Country Branch of the Okanagan Regional Library. Master Gardeners Michele Wecels and Linda Trepanier will be presenting. The Lake Country Branch is located inside the Lake Country Municipal Hall. There are two external book returns located two meters to the right of […]
Join us for our 30th annual Native Plant Sale! Introducing native plants to your garden supports biodiversity and the restoration of local ecosystems, creating habitat for native pollinators, birds, and other wildlife. 100% of the proceeds from the Native Plant Sale will support our mission to conserve and restore Nature Sanctuary lands and waters and […]
The Okanagan Master Gardeners will present a Container Gardening Workshop focused on growing vegetables and flowers in containers:
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 Okanagan Master Gardeners will present at ORL’s Soil Preparation Workshop at the Kelowna branch: Event Description Healthy soil is the foundation of a thriving garden! Join Okanagan Master Gardener Linda Trepanier for an in-depth presentation on soil preparation. Learn how to improve your soil’s fertility, structure, and drainage to create the perfect environment for […]
The Okanagan Master Gardeners will be hosting an Answer Clinic (Ask a Master Gardener) at the annual Summerland Gardens Spring Plant Sale.