Friends of the Garden (FOGs) Feature: September-October 2021

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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.

Learn more and sign up to become a FOG

 

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

A Friend of the Garden (FOG) is in the midst of creating a bouquet for the UBC President’s office, a regular task for FOGs to exercise their considerable creativity and plant knowledge.
📸: Gudrun Hancock

 

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.

Visit the Shop in the Garden to find a plant friend for the new season!

📸: Gudrun Hancock

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