Courses

Eager to explore the fascinating world of butterflies and moths? Join Emily Black to dive into their anatomy, life cycles, vibrant colorations, unique behaviours, and essential roles in ecosystems. You will also learn to identify local species and discover how to make your garden more butterfly-friendly. 

Join Allison Luke in the Garden for an afternoon native plant ID tour! Learn essential plant ID of some of the most common perennials, shrubs, and trees in this region and how to increase biodiversity and beauty in your home garden by adding native plants. 

Transform your tomato patch into a high-yielding haven this summer. In this interactive July workshop, you will learn how to tend, prune, and support your plants at the peak of the season for maximum harvest. 

Led by Sangeeta Thomas, Learning Garden Coordinator, the workshop will include a hands‑on gardening portion, and offer tried & true techniques you can use at home.

Join us for a deeply calming sound immersion experience led by Denise Levine, surrounded by the serene beauty of VanDusen Botanical Garden.

We begin with a brief exploration of the science behind sound and its effects on the body and mind, followed by a guided relaxation, and conclude with a sound immersion with crystal singing bowls to enhance tranquillity and connection with the natural world.

Join Andrew Fleming, VanDusen Superintendent and expert gardener, for a talk and tour exploring the wide array of deciduous trees in the garden, with an emphasis on smaller varieties that are well suited for the home garden.  

Join wildlife photographer Liron Gertsman for an in-depth workshop on wildlife photography. We will go over tips, tricks and techniques for wildlife photography that can be applied regardless of your camera of choice, smartphones included.