Drought Tolerant and Deer Resistant Plants
All plants require regular watering for at least the first growing season to establish a strong, deep root system. Watering plants deeply less often (as opposed to frequent shallow watering) encourages deep roots which can better withstand drought conditions in the...
Cavity Nesting Bee Workshop – with Marika Ai-Li
"Cavity Nesting Bee Workshop - with Marika Ai-Li" Photo Credit: Osmia lignaria by Ian Guthrie, CC-BY-NCMarika Ai-Li is a native bee conservationist with over a decade of experience leading wild bee pollinator education, stewardship and research initiatives. She was...
Dr. Linda Gilkeson’s list of pollinator plants
An excerpt from Linda Gilkeson's ‘Resilient Gardens’ book. Its a wonderful resource for choosing plants that support pollinators. Click here to download the pdf list of plants.
Local Gardening Groups
Other gardening organizations in and around the Comox Valley BC Council of Garden Clubs The BC Council of Garden Clubs represents 200 garden clubs, allotment and community gardens in BC. The Council hosts an Annual General Meeting in the Spring and a General Meeting...
Nearby Gardens to Visit
Some wonderful gardens in and around the Comox Valley to visit The Filberg Heritage Lodge & Park Filberg Lodge is a 1930’s arts and crafts style home built on 9 acres of beautiful waterfront estate which overlooks the Comox Harbour. Once the home of logging...
Local Businesses Offering Discounts to CVHS Members
These local businesses have generously supported our members by offering discounts. Please be ready to show your current CVHS membership card. Normally the discount will apply to plants only, not other merchandise. Click on the business name below to visit their...
