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Douglas Justice awarded Silver American Rhododendron Society medal

Douglas Justice awarded Silver American Rhododendron Society medal

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We are pleased to announce that Douglas Justice has been awarded the Americal Rhododendron Society Silver medal.

By Garden Communications on May 24, 2022

UBC Botanical and Nitobe Memorial Garden join PaRx National Nature Prescription program

UBC Botanical and Nitobe Memorial Garden join PaRx National Nature Prescription program

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In Vancouver, PaRx has partnered with another major organization to improve access to nature for those who need it most. Beginning this month, the University of British Columbia Botanical Garden and Nitobe Memorial Garden are offering unlimited free admission to patients who display a copy of their PaRx prescription and matching ID at the gate.

By Garden Communications on January 31, 2022

UBC Botanical Garden Hortline Service Celebrates 40+ Years of Helping Gardeners

UBC Botanical Garden Hortline Service Celebrates 40+ Years of Helping Gardeners

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The Hortline celebrates its 40th official anniversary this year! To recognize this important milestone, we catch up with Hortline co-founder David Tarrant and current Chair Ronda Tuyp.

By Garden Communications on August 19, 2021

Allison Luke named Principal Instructor of the UBC Botanical Garden Horticulture Training Program

Allison Luke named Principal Instructor of the UBC Botanical Garden Horticulture Training Program

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UBC Botanical Garden is excited to announce Allison Luke as the new Principal Instructor of its Horticulture Training Program.

By Garden Communications on August 12, 2021

Plants, Computers and Community: Celebrating the Garden Forum’s 20th Anniversary

Plants, Computers and Community: Celebrating the Garden Forum’s 20th Anniversary

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Founder Daniel Mosquin (Garden Research Manager), discusses the importance of this digital resource for the plant-loving communities to commemorate its 20th anniversary.

By Garden Communications on July 22, 2021

Pride Month Wedding Package: Special Offer!

Pride Month Wedding Package: Special Offer!

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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.

By Garden Communications on June 24, 2021

Recap: The First Ever Biodiversity Days at UBC

Recap: The First Ever Biodiversity Days at UBC

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Thank to our team and community for helping make our first ever Biodiversity Days experience series a success!

By Garden Communications on May 27, 2021

Honouring Dr. David Slawson

Honouring Dr. David Slawson

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We remember Dr. David Slawson, an important member of the Japanese garden community, in light of his recent passing.

By Garden Communications on April 15, 2021

UBC Botanical Garden Statement on Anti-Asian Racism

UBC Botanical Garden Statement on Anti-Asian Racism

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Read UBC Botanical Garden’s statement on anti-Asian racism and check out resources provided by UBC Department of Asian Studies.

By Garden Communications on April 6, 2021

UBC Botanical Garden and Nitobe Memorial Garden Re-Opens March 3, 2021

UBC Botanical Garden and Nitobe Memorial Garden Re-Opens March 3, 2021

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March 3, 2021 | UBC Botanical Garden, Nitobe Memorial Garden, and Shop in the Garden & Garden Centre will re-open. Tickets coming soon.

By Garden Communications on February 16, 2021

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