Master Gardeners of BC

As an Association our mandate is to promote sustainable gardening practices. Our six Chapters located throughout the Province provide education and science based information to all gardeners.

A passion for Education

We invite you to visit out our website, ask gardening questions, access the information we have provided and see what events may be going in in your community, whether it is Basic Training Programs, gardening events and lectures, seed swaps and much more.

Deer! Oh, Dear

Deer use their sense of smell to detect predators. Strongly-scented plants may confuse deer’s sense of smell, which makes them uneasy. Plants with strongly-scented foliage may therefore act to deter deer from an area.

A list of useful plants for your garden.
Caveat: Deer don’t read lists.

Therapeutic Garden - Mary Trainer - Okanagan Master Gardeners

Therapeutic Gardens as We Age

The therapeutic value of gardens and gardening to our health and well-being never stops as we age.

For older Canadians who have had to move from homes where they once tended much-loved gardens, the loss can be devastating. 

A Pruning Tale

Lessons on pruning ornamental grasses, conifers, ornamental trees and more.

Join us for a visit to a local nursery to learn the ins and outs with loppers and secataurs, with a humorous slant on cutting edge protocols

Mason Bee Tip Sheet

Want to learn more about Mason Bees?
It’s a fun, fascinating and interactive hobby for adults and children alike.

Inexpensive and not time-consuming

Check out our handy fact sheet here

Colours as We Fall into Winter

Let’s look at just one of the ways we see nature: through its colours and nature’s progress through fall into winter. 

An array of resources

Scroll down to see our latest posts or right to the bottom for our recommended links

Learn about:

  • Upcoming events
  • Sustainable Gardening
  • How to join us

Become A Master Gardener

The MGABC Master Gardener Program welcomes enthusiastic gardeners with a willingness to share their interest and experience with the public.