Pruning fruit trees in the summer? That’s right! It can be done…and arborist Gordon Mackay will show you how in this introduction to the wonders of summer pruning for fruit trees. While most pruning happens in the winter, for backyard fruit trees, summer pruning provides some important advantages to consider. Damage repair, size control, disease management, enhancing […]
What is the recipe for compost success and why does composting matter? This workshop will explore the answers to these questions, and will offer instructions on what it takes to produce an amendment for your garden that is rich in beneficial microorganisms and nutrients! We’ll cover the 6 factors for composting success, how to choose […]
Friday, September 19th from 9 – 4 pm (HCP volunteers and HCP members only) Saturday, September 20th from 9 – 4 pm (Everyone Welcome) Fall is the perfect time for planting, the soil is still warm, and the fall rains are on the way! All plants are reduced by 25% and the ever-popular bargain bin will have plants […]
Capital region residents are invited to attend an introductory workshop about gardening with drought-resistant native plants. YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT: An introduction to the CRD’s water conservation program Native plant identification An overview of the cultural history & ecological benefits of native plants A tour of the Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary native plant gardens, […]
This workshop aims to broaden the scope of participants’ knowledge of composting methods and will cover methods of composting that require more work and attention. Topics covered will include hot composting to produce big quantities of nutrient rich, living compost quickly, increasing the biology and nutrients in your compost pile using dynamic accumulators, how to […]
A fruit tree expert will help gardeners identify the variety of apples brought in. For the best chance of successful identification, visit dinternurseery.ca and click on Customer Service and Education for guidelines on bringing in apples. In the case of mystery apples that are not yet ripe, Dinter’s fruit tree expert will return on Saturday, […]
Capital region residents are invited to attend an introductory workshop about gardening with drought-resistant native plants.
Have you always wanted to know how to ID the amazing diversity of native bees buzzing around your flowers? Where do they nest, what do they eat, and how can you support them? Join the Native Bee Society of BC’s Bee Biology and Identification workshop in at the HCP on Sunday, September 21, 2025.
As the seasons change, our gardens play a vital role in helping wildlife thrive. Although it may be tempting to tidy up fallen leaves, stems and branches in autumn, these natural elements provide essential shelter for pollinators and other creatures through the colder months.Join us for a free Butterflyway webinar on Sunday, September 21, at 2 […]
The Farm at Royal Roads**, Royal Roads University Gardens, 2005 Sooke Rd. Come see our selection of shrubs, perennials, veggie starts, winter flowering annuals, succulents and more! Located at the entrance near the upper parking lot
This is a monthly class in which participants will be introduced to 20 new plants in each session. 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 […]