Native BC plants and your garden

There are many wonderful plants native to British Columbia, and many that have been brought to our province by travelling humans, birds and cargo. Make an informed choice on whether, and when, it may be advantageous to buy native plants. more...

Tips on Growing Native Plants

Tips from Richard Hebda on growing native plants. more...

Ornamental native onions

Drought-tolerant and surprisingly hardy, ornamental native onions are an attractive choice for gardens across B.C. more...

Falsebox

Protect our natural environment by planting native falsebox for bouquet foliage and hedging. more...

Bitterroot

This drought-loving herb thrives in sun-baked rock gardens or in a ceramic pot in gritty soil under glass. more...

Limber pine

This drought-tolerant and frost-hardy conifer is sized just right for city settings. more...

Go Greener in the Garden to Reduce Global Warming

Driving less, recycling more – this is a sign of our times as we pull together to reduce global warming and pay heed to our stressed-out planet earth. more...

Pacific Crabapple

This delightful wild apple tree is a good bet for heavy fruit production in small-sized gardens.. more...

Fool's onion

This reliable native bulb for a dry meadow, perennial pocket or rock garden deserves better than its name. more...

Slender Toothwort

Well-mannered and keeping weeds at bay, this attractive groundcover is a delight in woodsy corners and under deciduous trees. more...