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SUMMARY:Victoria Horticultural Society Special Presentation
DESCRIPTION:The Victoria Horticultural Society is hosting a Zoom meeting on February 3\, 2026\, from 7:00-8:30 pm. Our speaker is Dr. Ross Bayton\,  director of  Heronswood Garden in Kingston\, Washington\, author of several gardening books\, and former editor of BBC Gardener’s World Magazine. His topic is “Heronswood’s Renaissance: Building for Ferns and a New Future.” He will discuss the cultivation\, reproduction and diversity of ferns in the history of Heronswood and for our own gardens in the Pacific Northwest. Only $5:00 for non-members!  To register and for more information\, visit www.vichortsociety.org.  
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/victoria-horticultural-society-special-presentation/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260207T120000
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SUMMARY:Free In-Person Workshop: Composting Basics
DESCRIPTION:Learn to make your own backyard compost- a living soil amendment rich in nutrients and micro-organisms!
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/free-in-person-workshop-composting-basics/
LOCATION:Compost Education Centre\, 1216 North Park St.\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260214T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260214T160000
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SUMMARY:Victoria Seedy Saturday
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URL:https://mgabc.org/event/victoria-seedy-saturday/
LOCATION:Crystal Gardens\, 713 Douglas Street\, Victoria\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Plant Sale
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260215T130000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Winter Fruit Tree Pruning
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will focus on apple and pear tree pruning in the winter. What is the intention and desired outcome for pruning at this time of year and how does one decide where to prune and how much? All will be revealed under the expert instruction of Gordon Mackay\, who will also provide tips on how to train younger fruit trees after planting\, and discussing important tips to consider when working with older trees.
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/introduction-to-winter-fruit-tree-pruning/
LOCATION:Horticultural Centre of the Pacific\, 505 Quayle Rd\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260220T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260220T150000
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SUMMARY:Native Plant Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Capital region residents are invited to attend an introductory workshop about gardening with drought-resistant native plants. \n\n\n\nYOU WILL LEARN ABOUT:\n\n\n\n\nnative plant identification\n\n\n\nan overview of the cultural history & ecological benefits of native plants\n\n\n\na tour of the Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary native plant gardens\, and\n\n\n\nan introduction to the CRD’s water conservation program\n\n\n\n\nPre-registration is required for these in person workshops and costs $5.\n\n\n\nThis covers the cost of a packet of locally grown native seeds. In-person workshops have a maximum enrollment of 30 participants. \n\n\n\nSlots fill quickly – enroll today!
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/native-plant-workshop/
LOCATION:Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary\, 3873 Swan Lake Road\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260221T010000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260221T160000
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SUMMARY:Plant ID and Culture with Jane Tice
DESCRIPTION: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 and the value they bring to the garden. Part of the class will be in the classroom and part will be out in the gardens to view the plants for that month. Dress for the weather and bring something to take notes.
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/plant-id-and-culture-with-jane-tice-2/
LOCATION:Horticultural Centre of the Pacific\, 505 Quayle Rd\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260221T140000
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CREATED:20260127T211058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T211104Z
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SUMMARY:Penticton Seedy Saturday 2026
DESCRIPTION:Penticton Seedy Saturday is back for 2026! \n\n\n\nOkanagan Master Gardeners will be there with an advice clinic table\, and we’d love to see you. \n\n\n\nDate: Saturday\, February 21\, 2026Time: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PMLocation: Penticton Seniors’ Centre2965 South Main Street\, PentictonFree parking. Free admission. Donations welcome. \n\n\n\nHosted by Okanagan Seed Savers\, this community event includes guest speakers\, seed libraries\, a seed swap table\, seed vendors\, and lots of local gardening knowledge. It’s a great way to kick off the gardening season. \n\n\n\nWe are also involved in most Seedy Saturday events across the Okanagan this spring\, helping support seed sharing\, local food\, and resilient gardens across our region. \n\n\n\nIf you’re in the Penticton area\, come say hello and bring your gardening questions. \n\n\n\nVendor registrationhttps://tinyurl.com/Pentictonseedy26
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/penticton-seedy-saturday-2026/
LOCATION:Penticton Seniors’ Drop-In Centre\, 2965 South Main Street\, Penticton\, British Columbia\, V2A 5J7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education,Plant Sale
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260221T100000
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SUMMARY:Salt Spring Seedy Saturday
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URL:https://mgabc.org/event/salt-spring-seedy-saturday/
LOCATION:Salt Spring Island Farmers’ Institute\, 351 Rainbow Road\, Salt Spring Island\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Plant Sale
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260221T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260221T150000
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SUMMARY:Native Plant Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Capital region residents are invited to attend an introductory workshop about gardening with drought-resistant native plants. \n\n\n\nYOU WILL LEARN ABOUT:\n\n\n\n\nnative plant identification\n\n\n\nan overview of the cultural history & ecological benefits of native plants\n\n\n\na tour of the Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary native plant gardens\, and\n\n\n\nan introduction to the CRD’s water conservation program\n\n\n\n\nPre-registration is required for these in person workshops and costs $5.\n\n\n\nThis covers the cost of a packet of locally grown native seeds. In-person workshops have a maximum enrollment of 30 participants. \n\n\n\nSlots fill quickly – enroll today!
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/native-plant-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary\, 3873 Swan Lake Road\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260221T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260221T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T134630
CREATED:20251228T213223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T220834Z
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SUMMARY:How Birds Help: Gardening with Reciprocity
DESCRIPTION:Learn how common backyard birds can help you become a better gardener. \n\n\n\nExplore the role that birds play in our ecosystem and how we can mimic conditions in our gardens to form a reciprocal relationship with our winged neighbours.
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/how-birds-help-gardening-with-reciprocity/
LOCATION:Compost Education Centre\, 1216 North Park St.\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260228T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260228T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T134630
CREATED:20251226T225302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T001141Z
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SUMMARY:Sooke Seedy Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Spring into Sooke Seedy Saturday -It’s Time to Grow!  Join us for a day of seeds\, sustainability and common connection. This family-friendly local food growing event showcases seed and plant vendors\, seed exchange\, wild harvesters\, food artisans\, educational displays and kids’ activities.   $5 suggested donation.  
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/sooke-seedy-saturday/
LOCATION:Sooke Community Hall\, Shields Road\, Sooke\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260228T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260228T153000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T001618Z
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SUMMARY:Vancouver Hardy Plant Group's Spring Study Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:Three amazing speakers:  Jennifer Jewell– Butte County\, California; Linda Chalker-Scott– Puyallup\, Washington; and Claire Wright\, Vancouver\, BC.  
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/vancouver-hardy-plant-groups-spring-study-day-2026/
LOCATION:H.R. MacMillan Space Centre Auditorium\, 100 Chestnut Street\, Vancouver\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260228T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260228T150000
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CREATED:20251228T213443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T220912Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Fruit Tree Pruning
DESCRIPTION:Learn tips and tricks for maintaining and training fruit trees in the winter.
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/winter-fruit-tree-pruning/
LOCATION:Compost Education Centre\, 1216 North Park St.\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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