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SUMMARY:Victoria Horticultural Society Special Presentation: Current Trends in Garden Design with Jeff de Jong
DESCRIPTION:The Victoria Horticultural Society will meet on April 7\, 2026  (7:00 – 9:00 pm) at the Ukrainian Cultural Centre (3277 Douglas St). Our speaker is Jeff de Jong\, who teaches courses on landscape design in the UVIC Continuing Education program. Jeffwill speak about current trends in garden design and practical ways to harness them to fulfill the potential in our own gardens.  Only $5:00 at the door for non-members! For more information\, visit www.vichortsociety.org. 
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/victoria-horticultural-society-special-presentation-current-trends-in-garden-design-with-jeff-de-jong/
LOCATION:Ukrainian Cultural Centre\, 3277 Douglas St.\, Victoria
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260411T100000
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SUMMARY:Victoria Dahlia Society Annual Tuber and Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Includes rare and exclusive varieties – cash\, cheque\, debit and credit card accepted.  Come early for best selection.  Dahlia Society members have early access from 8 to 9 am   
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/victoria-dahlia-society-annual-tuber-and-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Prospect Lake Community Hall\, 5358 Sparton Road\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Plant Sale
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260411T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260411T150000
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SUMMARY:Urban Rainwater Harvesting
DESCRIPTION:Holistic Rainwater Management – Slow\, Sink\, Spread\, Store & Plan for Overflow \n\n\n\nHow can we best make use of the rainfall we get in our challenging wet/dry climate? For most people on small lots\, the idea of storing all the rainwater they need for their home or even their gardens is a challenging proposition. However\, there are proven strategies and techniques we can use to slow\, spread\, sink\, and store more rainwater than we are currently while ensuring safe and responsible drainage back into our creeks\, rivers and/or municipal storm drains.
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/urban-rainwater-harvesting/
LOCATION:Compost Education Centre\, 1216 North Park St.\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260412T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260412T143000
DTSTAMP:20260605T110400
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Backyard Beekeeping
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wanted to start keeping bees but didn’t know where to start? Would you like to see improved fruit production in your garden along with the potential of having your own honey? Learn the basics of beekeeping with Gordon Mackay.  \n\n\n\nIn this workshop we will cover the basics of how to start your first colony. We will look at the various parts of the hive and what is involved in setting up and maintaining your colony in your first year. We will talk about some of the potential challenges and ways to mitigate these. The favourite plants that honey bees are attracted to will also be covered. 
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/introduction-to-backyard-beekeeping/
LOCATION:Horticultural Centre of the Pacific\, 505 Quayle Rd\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T130000
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SUMMARY:Mount Arrowsmith Rhododendron Society Show and Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:This annual Show and Plant Sale features the flowers of early to mid-season blooming rhododendron species\, along with local vendors selling gardening goodies and a variety of plants (rhododendrons).  Free Admission.  Everyone welcome.
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/mount-arrowsmith-rhododendron-society-show-and-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Qualicum Beach Curling Club\, 644 Memorial Avenue\, Qualicum Beach\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Plant Sale
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T120000
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SUMMARY:Free Online Workshop: Worm Composting
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to set up and maintain a worm compost bin\, sometimes called a vermicompost\, and make high quality compost\, indoors! \n\n\n\nEverything you need to know about starting up and maintaining a worm bin compost system\, also known as vermicomposting. Perfect for small space composting and apartment living\, or in addition to other composting systems you already have started at your home. Vermicompost is every gardener’s dream as a finished soil amendment\, and serves as a fast\, easy food waste diversion tool. \n\n\n\nFree attendance to this workshop is generously subsidized by the CRD.
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/free-online-workshop-worm-composting/
LOCATION:Compost Education Centre\, 1216 North Park St.\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T110400
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SUMMARY:Growing Vegetables in Containers
DESCRIPTION:Grow your favourite veggies in containers – successfully! \n\n\n\nGrowing veggies\, flowers and fruits is not only for the garden – growing in containers can be an incredibly rewarding and abundant way to add nourishment and local veg to your meals\, while receiving all the mental health benefits of gardening! In this workshop\, learn about what types of containers are the best to use\, how to replenish nutrients and choose the right soil\, and what varieties of fruit\, vegetables and flowers are best grown in containers.
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/growing-vegetables-in-containers/
LOCATION:Compost Education Centre\, 1216 North Park St.\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260419T010000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260419T150000
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SUMMARY:View Royal Garden Club Spring Show - Flower\, Fruit and Vegetable Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:$5 Admission includes door prize tickets\, refreshments & entrance to the Flower\, Fruit & Vegetable Exhibition. \n\n\n\nShop for plants\, garden items\, and baked goods.  For plant sale – no entry fee.  Accredited BC Judges—Non-members are welcome to exhibit!  
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/view-royal-garden-club-spring-show-flower-fruit-and-vegetable-exhibition/
LOCATION:Esquimalt United Church\, Wheeley Hall\, 500 Lyall Street\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Plant Sale
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260419T150000
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SUMMARY:The Vancouver Island Rock and Alpine Garden Society Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:If you want the opportunity to buy rare and unusual plants grown and lovingly cared for by club members or offered by specialty nurseries\, this is a sale that you cannot afford to miss.  Admission by donation.  There will also be seed sales\, plant exhibition\, tea\, a silent auction and door prizes. 
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/the-vancouver-island-rock-and-alpine-garden-society-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Fruit Tree Grafting 101
DESCRIPTION:Fruit-tree expert Tim Fryatt will be hosting a Grafting 101 workshop and demonstration with the City of Victoria taking place at Fernwood NRG (1240 Gladstone Ave) on Sunday\, April 19th from 10am to 1pm. Registration $25. \n\n\n\nLooking for a favourite fruit tree variety you can’t find at the nursery? Want to grow multiple varieties on one tree or start an orchard on a budget? Join local fruit‑tree enthusiast Tim Fryatt for a hands‑on workshop on the art and wizardry of grafting. Discover how to clone your favourite varieties\, add new cultivars to existing trees\, boost pollination\, repair damage on trunks made by rabbits\, voles or cankers \, and even create beautiful multi‑graft or espaliered trees. You’ll learn essential techniques including whip & tongue and cleft grafting and watch demonstrations on grafting onto established trees. By the end of this workshop\, you’ll have the confidence to start experimenting with grafting all on your own! Materials from the City of Victoria’s heritage apple collection will be available\, and a limited number of rootstocks will be available to purchase so that you can take home your own custom fruit tree. 
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/fruit-tree-grafting-101/
LOCATION:Fernwood Community Centre\, 1240 Gladstone Avenue\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260421T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260425T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T110400
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SUMMARY:The American Rhododendron Society Spring Convention
DESCRIPTION:I you love Rhodos you’re not going to want to miss this multi day event which includes speakers and garden tours!
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/the-american-rhododendron-society-spring-convention/
LOCATION:Qualicum Beach\, Qualicum Beach\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260425T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260426T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T110400
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SUMMARY:HCP Spring Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss the best plant sale of the year! Unique plants propagated at HCP. 10% off for HCP members.
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/hcp-spring-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Horticultural Centre of the Pacific\, 505 Quayle Rd\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Plant Sale
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260425T140000
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SUMMARY:Cowichan Valley Garden Club Annual Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Indoor and outdoor annuals and perennials for both shade and sun gardens will be for sale.  The garden club looks forward to sharing their bounty with their neighbours.  Cash sales only.  Arrive early for the best selection!  
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/cowichan-valley-garden-club-annual-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Siem Lelum Gymnasium\, 5574 River Rd.\, Duncan\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Plant Sale
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260425T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260426T160000
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SUMMARY:Abkhazi Gardens Plant Sale
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URL:https://mgabc.org/event/abkhazi-gardens-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Abkhazi Gardens\, 1964 Fairfield Road\, Victoria\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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