News & Events

How We Conserve Water at UBC Botanical Garden

Posted on July 10, 2021 by Garden Communications

Douglas Justice discusses the importance of water use for healthy collections and biodiversity and introduces our new irrigation system.

Friends of the Garden (FOGs) Feature: July-August 2021

Posted on July 7, 2021 by Garden Communications

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.

July 2021 in the Garden

Posted on June 30, 2021 by Garden Communications

July in UBC Botanical Garden is all about colour.

What is the Root Cause of Yellow-Cedar Decline?

Posted on June 30, 2021 by Garden Communications

UBC Botany PhD student Milos Simovic investigates the yellow cedar decline–a mystery that has stumped scientists for decades–through the collections at UBC Botanical Garden.

Self-Propagating Plants and the Beauty of Regenerative Practices

Posted on June 28, 2021 by Garden Communications

Discover a new way of seeing and experiencing gardens by seeing plants as intentional participants in their environment.

David Suzuki Foundation’s Butterflyway Project: A Citizen Science Collaboration

Posted on June 25, 2021 by Garden Communications

UBC student Alex Wong shares his insights from working with the citizen science project, the Butterflyway Project, alongside UBC Botanical Garden, the David Suzuki Foundation, and faculty.

Pride Month Wedding Package: Special Offer!

Posted on June 24, 2021 by Garden Communications

In recognition of Pride Month, we are providing a special discount for COVID-friendly, elopement-style weddings for LGBTQ+ couples getting married at UBC Botanical Garden on Sunday, July 25, 2021.