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Welcoming Derek Churchill, Interim Principal Instructor for the Horticulture Training Program

Posted on March 21, 2024 by kyu28

The Garden is excited to welcome Derek Churchill, as interim Principal Horticulture Training Program Instructor. Derek is a seasoned Red Seal Landscape Horticulturist with two decades of experience in the landscape trade. With a long-term focus on plants and soil, Derek is able to impart his of knowledge to ensure the application of horticultural best management practices. His […]
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Far Reaches Botanical Conservancy’s Patagonian Tour with Laura Caddy

Posted on March 1, 2024 by Garden Communications

This January I was very fortunate to be included in Far Reaches Botanical Conservancy’s Patagonian Tour. This was an excellent educational opportunity to join a small group of 12 botanists, horticulturists and plant enthusiasts, led by renowned expert and botanist Marcela Ferreyra. The itinerary focused on observing alpine flora, as January is the best time […]
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February in the Garden 2024

Posted on February 28, 2024 by Garden Communications

January was a bit of a sock in the jaw, wasn’t it? Every single flower that was open on January 10th (and there were plenty) was frozen solid by suppertime on the 11th. Let’s hope February doesn’t give us a repeat performance. Not to worry, though—UBC Botanical Garden has plenty of cold-hardy broad-leaved evergreens that […]
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January in the Garden 2024

Posted on January 31, 2024 by Garden Communications

Planning a January visit to UBC Garden? Discover our broadleaf cold-hardy evergreens!
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Christmas Tree Recycling Available at UBC Botanical Garden

Posted on January 18, 2024 by Garden Communications

  In partnership with SPEC (Society Promoting Environmental Conservation), we will take your Christmas tree and recycle it for a suggested donation of $5. Your contribution directly supports students at Britannia Community Elementary School. Donations will contribute to the replacement of damaged garden beds, compost material and the creation of pollinator-friendly habitat.     Drop […]
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