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February 18, 2021 | Gardening

A Virtual Visit

These photos give you a glimpse of The Gardens as they evolve throughout the seasons; this page is updated regularly. ...

October 20, 2020 | News Releases

The Christmas Season Will Return to The Butchart Gardens

December 7, 2020 Update: Due to the latest Provincial Health Order, we regret to announce that our Christmas evening viewing i...

October 6, 2020 | Gardening

Autumn Garden Insights

By Brian Nixon, Horticultural Manager With days becoming shorter and nights becoming longer, we begin to see noticeable change...

August 6, 2020 | Visit Inspiration

Chef’s Recipe: Red Lentil Roll & Vegan Gluten Free Brownie

Gluten Free & Vegan Brownie Ingredients Coconut oil 300ml | 1¼ cup (less 1 tsp) Semi-sweet chocolate callets 430 g...

August 6, 2020 | Visit Inspiration

Shopping Inspiration: Local Art and Pet Accessories

Local Art Arteak Cheese & Charcuterie boards are the perfect addition to your kitchen collection. Choose from a selection of...

July 7, 2020 | Gardening

Summer Garden Insights

By Brian Nixon, Horticultural Manager Looking back at the spring, I would say this is one of the prettiest in recent memory. W...

July 3, 2020 | Gardening

What’s in Bloom Now? July Garden Updates

By Thea Hegland July has arrived with many highlights throughout The Gardens. Our famous summer annual beds include the clas...

June 3, 2020 | Gardening

What’s in Bloom Now? June Garden Updates

By Thea Hegland June is often considered an “in between” season in terms of garden flowers. The spring bulbs have been replace...

May 15, 2020 | Gardening

What’s in Bloom Now? May Garden Updates

By Thea Hegland It has been an incredible year for Tulips here at The Gardens but it seems now the shifting of seasons has beg...

April 23, 2020 | Gardening

A Display of Bright Orange Liberation 75 Tulips

May 8 update: please note this display is no longer in bloom. At the end of World War II the Dutch Royal Family donated 100,00...

April 15, 2020 | Gardening

What’s in Bloom Now? Garden Updates April 15 – 30

By Thea Hegland Springtime is here with all its glory. Cherry blossoms drift through the grounds in a palette soft pinks and p...

April 1, 2020 | Gardening

What’s in Bloom Now? Garden Updates April 1 – 14

By Thea Hegland Life in The Gardens goes on. A deep silence, softly roused by the peaceful songs of the local birds; The Garde...

Rules:

All visitors are required to wear a mask or face covering when visiting, except when:
• Under 12 years of age, however, mask use is encouraged for children aged 5 to 11 years
• Inside their vehicle
• Seated and consuming food or beverage (we ask that visitors use discretion when consuming take-away food or beverages, maintain physical distance as appropriate, and don their mask when finished)
• A medical condition or disability inhibits the ability to wear a face covering
• A person is unable to place or remove their mask without assistance
Please follow the instructions of our staff.
Large groups are required to split up, with a maximum of 6 persons walking together.
Please be patient as we are closely monitoring how many visitors are allowed into the garden at one time. Maintain physical distancing, and do not allow you or your group to get within 2m/6ft of another person or group.
Children must remain directly at your side and under control at all times, or we may ask you to leave.
Pets are welcome to visit provided they are kept directly at your side and under control at all times. You are expected to clean up after your pet.
Please keep to the right on all pathways. Follow the directional arrows and abide by the Do Not Enter signs.

Failure to comply with these rules will result in your removal from the premises.

Please note that you are visiting The Butchart Gardens at your own risk.

Visitors will be asked the following questions before being admitted to The Gardens:

Have you experienced cold or flu-like symptoms within the last 14 days?
Have you been in close contact with anyone else who has had these symptoms in the last 14 days?
Have you travelled outside of Canada in the last 14 days?
If you have travelled outside of Canada, have you quarantined in Canada for 14 days?
Are you in possession of a face covering that covers your mouth and nose, and do you agree to wear this covering when outside your vehicle while visiting The Butchart Gardens?

GARDENS AND FACILITIES

FOOD SERVICES
The Dining Room Restaurant is open for Afternoon Tea, from 11:30am to 3:00pm daily. Reservations are recommended, reserve online, or call 250-652-8222.
The Coffee Shop is open daily with limited seating, following all guidelines for physical distancing, take-away service is also available.
Blue Poppy Restaurant remains temporarily closed.

SEED & GIFT STORE
Open daily 10:00am – 3:00pm.
Face coverings are mandatory inside the Seed & Gift Store; no food or beverages permitted inside.
Following protocols to allow for physical distancing, capacity monitoring and sanitary precautions. Online shopping and phone-in orders are available at 250-652-4422, with complimentary pick-up at the Admission Gate.

SPRING PRELUDE
Open for viewing 9:00am – 4:30pm daily, with COVID-19 safety protocols in place.

HISTORICAL DISPLAY
Due to COVID-19, we are unable to open the 2021 Historical Display.

DRINKING FOUNTAINS
Limited drinking fountains are available, we ask that where possible you bring your own water.

WASHROOMS
Available at the turnstile entrance, Waterwheel Square and near the Carousel Building.

ROSE CAROUSEL
Closed.

UMBRELLAS
Due to COVID-19 we are unable to supply umbrellas.

PLEASE DO NOT BRING LAWN CHAIRS or FOOD TO THE GARDENS
We are not permitting picnics or seated gatherings. Small snacks and drinks for medical purposes are permitted.

PHOTOGRAPHY
Due to COVID-19 and physical distancing, we are currently not permitting the use of tripods for photography throughout The Gardens.

INFORMATION CENTRE
Open for 12 Month Pass sales and renewals only. Plant I.D. is temporarily unavailable.

NO CASH TRANSACTIONS
Debit and credit cards accepted.

12 MONTH PASSES
We are extending all 12 Month Passes that are valid between February 1-15, 2021 by the total number of days we will be closed (15).

Learn more about the steps we are taking to protect Visitors and Staff by clicking here.

Travel to Canada: See details here.

Tour Operators: You must contact us in advance. Learn more.

-This is our most up-to-date information, please continue to check back for updates.-