This regular feature will highlight the activities of the Friends of UBC Botanical Garden (FOGs), a close-knit volunteer group at the Garden, as they continue their contributions and community during the pandemic and beyond.
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FOG Mini Bouquets
Date posted: October 26, 2021
The Friends of the Garden create mini bouquets.
Here, we can see the beautiful colours and textures of the flower bounty hanging from every available spot. If only we could convey the lovely fragrance in this workshop!
📸: Gudrun Hancock
Book Buyer Reviews Publication by UBC Professor
Date posted: September 14, 2021
The Friends of the Garden book buyer researches the best books on gardening and nature for the Shop and the Garden library. Here she reviews a recent publication “Finding the Mother Tree” by UBC professor Dr. Suzanne Simard and checks her stock of special garden books.
📸: Gudrun Hancock
Crafting the UBC President’s Bouquet
Date posted: August 30, 2021
The Garden Shed
Date posted: August 26, 2021
A cheerful Friend of the Garden oversees the Garden Shed at the Garden entrance. Here you can buy tasty snacks or drinks when you visit the Garden!
📸: Gudrun Hancock
FOG Plant Selector
Date posted: August 26, 2021
Who selects the plants in our Shop? This Friend of the Garden chooses for our selection of indoor plants. Succulents and easy-care plants are a favourite with students and those living in condos on campus.
📸: Gudrun Hancock