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Green Thumb

Plan Your Visit: Green Thumb

With tens of thousands of plants in our five cultivated garden areas, there is always something interesting growing at RBG.

  • Outdoor Collections
  • Grow Your Knowledge with a Workshop or Program
  • Botanical Events and Floral Shows

Outdoor Collections

RBG is home to 5 ever-changing gardens, including visitor-favourite collections like cherries, magnolias, lilacs, iris, peonies, and roses. See a blooms calendar at rbg.ca/whatsinbloom. Included in your General Admission or Membership

Seasonal Interest: Spring, Summer

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Guided Tours

Our two-hour guided tours open the world of Royal Botanical Gardens to even the most frequent visitor. Our knowledgeable volunteers take your group of 15 or more on a relaxed and pleasurable journey where you learn about the rich history, gardens and trails that make Royal Botanical Gardens so special.

Seasonal Interest: Spring, Summer

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Botanical Events and Floral Shows

Join us for seasonal displays of visitor-favourite blooms from local botanical societies, or join us for a spring Plant Faire to attend workshops, and shop local vendors. Find a list of all upcoming events at rbg.ca/events

Seasonal Interest: Year-Round (specific dates)

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Register for a Workshop or Program

Let your mind grow at the Gardens! We offer a variety of floral workshops and garden programs throughout the year. Registration required.

Seasonal Interest: Year-Round

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Experience More Adventure When You're a Member

As Canada's biodiversity hotspot, Royal Botanical Gardens provides its members with a one-of-a-kind experience, harmonizing cultivated gardens and natural landscapes with an entertaining recreation and beauty. History, culture, science, recreation and beauty - we have it all. You can experience it by joining today.

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