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  • The Rotary Club of Duncan Annual Garden Tour

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    The Rotary Club of Duncan is holding its second annual Garden Tour onSunday, June 7th.  The club took over this event when the CFLA closed itsdoors and it has become one of their main fundraisers to support importantcommunity projects.  This year La Saison Market is one of the gardens and,as an added treat, will offer…

  • You Asked Us – April 2026

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    Q. Why did my two-year-old Dogwood tree not flower last year? Do I need to fertilize it? It would make a difference if the tree is actually two-years-old, or if you acquired it two yearsago and the age is unknown. Dogwoods can take one to five years to start flowering, perhapseven longer depending on your…

  • Victoria Horticultural Society Special Presentation: Current Trends in Garden Design with Jeff de Jong

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    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…

  • HCP Art and Music in the Garden

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    If you love to support local artists and vendors, listen to live music, or stroll through the Gardens (or all three!) you are sure to have a great time. Join us to experience fun for the whole family!  Advance ticket sales will be open in late July.  https://hcp.ca/visit/arts-and-music/

  • Victoria Lily Society SUMMER SCENTSATION Flower Show, Plant Sale and Tea  

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    Admission by donation.  Judged exhibits.  Wheelchair accessible and lots of free parking.  The plant sale will have potted lilies, woodland plants, and assorted Society members’ choice plants.  English style tea/coffee with homemade scones and goodies for $5.

  • Teeny Tiny Garden Tour

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    A much loved annual garden tour!  Discover an inspiring collection of cottage gardens, serene Zen retreats, creative backyard transformations, and beautifully designed spaces, bursting with ideas to take home.  This year’s tour will feature 10-12 unique gardens clustered throughout the Braefoot, University Heights, Tattersall, and Jubilee neighbourhoods, plus a few bonus stops along the way. Meet passionate…

  • Denman Island Home and Garden Tour

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    A cherished tradition since 1992. Designed to support the Denman Conservancy Association (DCA), this biennial event promises an extraordinary journey through unique homes and gardens, each telling a story of conservation and creativity.  Discover the rich history of Denman Island while contributing to the preservation of its natural wonders.  More info at:  https://denmanconservancy.org/tour/

  • Sooke Secret Garden and Artisan Tour

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    Assorted locations in support of the Sooke Philharmonic Orchestra.  A map of all the garden locations will be distributed when tickets are purchased.  More info at:  www.sookephil.ca/secretgardentour

  • Mill Bay Garden Club Flower & Garden Show including Plant Sale 

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    Includes a flower and vegetable display of items submitted for judging, a silent auction, garden related vendors and last but not least a plant sale including a wide variety of potted perennials, veggies, herbs and other wonderful selections.  Proceeds support local charities in the Cowichan region.  For more info at:  https://millbaygardenclub.com/show

  • Victoria Plantaholics Plant Sale

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    This annual event started in 2000 and rapidly grew from a few local propagators selling excess seedlings and cuttings into a large number of plantaholics selling all sorts of interesting and unusual plants.  It has always been the sale to find that one unusual plant that you have been lusting over or that plant you…