The Butchart Gardens – Over 100 Years in Bloom – Victoria, Canada

The Butchart Gardens is a 119-year-old internationally-renowned 55-acre display garden located in Brentwood Bay, British Columbia. Created by Jennie Butchart, and still privately owned and operated by the family, The Gardens was designated a National Historic Site of Canada, in 2004 for its one hundredth birthday.

Night Illuminations

At dusk, The Gardens are transformed by our Night Illumination. Over 3000 subtle lights turn The Gardens into a magical wonderl...

Children’s Garden Gnome Hunt

Ten garden gnomes have escaped from The Seed & Gift Store and are hiding throughout the gardens. From Friday, June 16 - Sund...

Summer Entertainment

Wednesday - Saturday nights from June 30 to September 2, you can take in a live performance from our outdoor stage on the Conce...

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Butchart by Numbers

55

Acres of Gardens
900

Bedding Plant Varieties
26

Greenhouses
50

Full-Time Gardeners

The Butchart Story

One woman’s vision forever transformed our notion of a garden

With a former quarry as a canvas, Jennie Butchart envisioned transforming this space into a beautiful garden haven, overflowing with lush greens and colourful blooms. The result of her vision is The Gardens, which are still family run to this day.

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The first roses of the season are beginning to appear in the Rose Garden. Their vibrant colours and sweet fragrance are a delightful reminder that summer is just around the corner.

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Night Illuminations begin at The Butchart Gardens Thursday, June 1. Join us in the evenings from Wednesday through Sunday to enjoy over 3000 lights subtly illuminating The Gardens from dusk until dark.

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Gold chains dripping from above, the Laburnum is nature's showstopper. Visit soon to catch the enchanting blooms at their peak.

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Happy Victoria Day!

We hope you had the opportunity to get outdoors this long weekend and enjoy the sunshine.

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Behold the beauty of the Tibetan Blue Poppy (Meconopsis Betonicifolia Baileyi), currently blooming in the gardens. With its brilliant blue petals and delicate texture, this stunning flower is a true work of art.

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Happy Mother's Day

Thank you to all who included us in their Mother's Day celebration and visited over this beautiful weekend.

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A cascade of colourful tulips lines the pathway to the Rose Carousel

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The Dragon Fountain framed by spring flora

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These photos will give you a glimpse of The Gardens as they currently appear.

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