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Exploring Cherry Blossoms at UBC Botanical Garden and Nitobe Memorial Garden

Posted on April 15, 2025 by Garden Communications

Cherry Blossom Walk with Douglas Justice (Event) Spring has officially arrived in Vancouver, and with it comes the stunning sight of cherry blossoms in full bloom. If you’re looking to take in the beauty of the season, UBC Botanical Garden and Nitobe Memorial Garden are two of the best places to visit. Whether you’re a […]
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April in the Garden 2025

Posted on April 15, 2025 by Garden Communications

  Ah, April showers. Rain at this time of year is imbued with a certain lightness that predicts brighter conditions to come. While plenty of flowers are pending in May, April is undoubtedly the most important month for rhododendron viewing at UBC Botanical Garden.   Our collections primarily consist of wild plants, grown from seed […]
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March in the Garden 2025

Posted on April 1, 2025 by Garden Communications

As I’ve written about before, March is a tricky month for floral predictions. Weather forecasts have gotten better over the years, but knowing with any certainty what’s coming more than two weeks ahead shouldn’t be a reasonable expectation at this time of year. We can all remember years when a long period of mild weather […]
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Explore the Beauty of Nature Through UBC Botanical Garden’s Educational Tours

Posted on March 26, 2025 by Garden Communications

Explore the Beauty of Nature Through UBC Botanical Garden’s Educational Tours  At UBC Botanical Garden, we are dedicated to promoting the understanding, value, and celebration of plants as essential components of a biodiverse world. Our guided walking tours provide visitors with the opportunity to explore our many gardens and connect with nature. During these tours, […]
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Welcoming Kelvin Devries, Interim Principal Instructor for The Horticulture Training Program

Posted on February 20, 2025 by Garden Communications

Kelvin Devries brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the role of Interim Principal Instructor for the Horticulture Training Program. With an extensive background in both private and public horticulture, Kelvin has 15 years of experience at Botanical Gardens and Arboreta, contributing to a deep understanding of plant care, landscape design, and arboriculture. Kelvin […]
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