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The Butchart Gardens Spring Edition: March 21 to June 14, 2016

Step into Spring

by Rick Los, director of horticulture

I never quite know the direction that each newsletter will take until I actually sit down and start writing. So many factors can affect where I go with the article, but for some reason one of the biggest factors always seems to be what’s happening with the weather outside! The topic of water keeps seeping into my thoughts as this precious resource is on our minds now more than ever and it seems to permeate most discussions relating to the garden...

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A Spring Special for you ...

Admission plus lunch

A special package for the month of April! Experience our colourful spring bulbs and blooms, followed by a splendid two course lunch in the Dining Room Restaurant.

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Mother's Day at The Gardens

Make it an extra special day

Join us in the Dining Room Restaurant for a Special Mother's Day Afternoon Tea or make a reservation for your family to enjoy the Mother's Day Buffet in the Blue Poppy Restaurant.

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Wedding Season Trends

Floral trends

A "garden style" is one of the latest wedding flower fashions.  Read more about spring blooms and the exciting 2016 wedding flower trends which will compliment a ceremony in the Spring Prelude indoor garden. 

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News from The Seed & Gift Store

Gallery opens April 1st

The Gallery opens soon.  Come by opening weekend to see featured artist, Doroni Lang demonstrating her technique of fusing glass.  We are excited to have her show the magic behind her beautiful works of art.

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Easter at The Gardens

Tea for you - bunny hunt for kids!

Easter weekend is fast approaching.  Start planning your Easter to include a family visit to The Butchart Gardens.  Enjoy all the colour and splendor of the spring season. The Easter Bunny Hunt returns.


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Best Times to Visit in Spring

Flowers to see and more...

Through the years and week by week subtle changes alter the face of the garden.  We are often asked when the best time to visit the garden is.  This is of course subjective, but we can offer some guidance that hopefully will help plan your visit.

Plan Your Visit

Save the Date           

Be sure to have a look at a list of the events we are involved in over the next few months - along with the locations and dates.


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Salmon Rillette

Create your own delicious scallion fry bread.  Top it with a home-made salmon rillette which adds extra-rich flavour with a west coast flair.

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Be A Friend

Be sure to enroll in the Friends of The Empress program - a valued loyal locals program which presents exclusive offers and benefits.

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