Purchase Workshops & Courses
Garden Life May
Kate Gislason - A Life Without Waste
Wednesday 1 May 1pm and 5.30pm
Kate is the founder of Without Waste, a pioneering company specialising in waste reduction solutions for events and businesses. Kate will share her wealth of knowledge on recycling practices and more.
Mini Speaker - David Adams & Anne Gane
Edible and Sustainable Garden Awards
View the programme on the Garden Life Page
$5 ($10 Non-Members)
What to do in the Garden this month
Keep up to date in your garden with these tips & tasks from Michael Coulter
Botanical Plate Workshop
Create a gorgeous ceramic leaf plate
Tuesday 4 June 10am – 12.30pm or
Sunday 9 June1pm – 3.30pm
Join ceramicist Jane McCulla for a hands-on workshop. Learn to imprint botanical textures on clay, hand-build a plate, add a foot ring, and smooth edges. Jane handles glazing and firing. Two weeks later, collect your glazed leaf plate, perfect for daily use.
$52 ($58 Non-Members) Book Now
Balcony Dwellers
Embark on a journey of sustainable cultivation from the comfort of your balcony!
Get ready to transform your compact living area into a thriving haven of sustainable growth. With a focus on environmentally conscious practices, you'll cultivate your own greens, herbs and fruit, making the most of every cm of your outdoor sanctuary.
Monthly, third Saturday of the Month at Ōtakaro Orchard 10am – 12pm
$20 ($25 Non-Members) Book Now
Bot Tots
Bring your little one to the Kiosk for some fun gardening and nature themed activities
Mondays 10am - 11.30am (term time only)
Join Kate Gislason, our new Bot Tots facilitator for a range of events in March.
Drop-in anytime from 10am on Mondays.
$2 koha per preschooler
Click here to find out more and to keep abreast of the ongoing programme.
Chrysanthemum Competition
Experience the splendor of these magnificent blooms up close at The Kiosk in the Botanic Gardens
Saturday 27 & Sunday 28 April 10am - 4pm
Engage with the growers and gain inspiration to cultivate your own Chrysanthemums at home!
Orchards in Schools
Join the Orchards in Schools whanau in 2024
This important legacy project fosters children's understanding of cultivating their own food and is a source of pride for the Society
We will be establishing new orchards from June and welcome new schools within Christchurch city.
Contact orchards@
Annual Membership
Members receive up to 30% off all courses and workshops and some amazing discounts from local retailers. We also have over 40 Garden Clubs and many affiliated groups to join.
Hessian Tote Bag
Practical & Stylish
This strong hessian tote bag is perfect for carrying plants or groceries. It features an iconic harakeke frond and was designed to commemorate the 160th Anniversary of Canterbury Horticultural Society. The last few of this limited run are now available at a discounted price.
Was $15 now $8.50
Buy now
Hemp Tea Towel
Commemorative & Beautiful
This beautiful hemp tea towel featuring an iconic manuka frond marked the 160th Anniversary of Canterbury Horticultural Society. The last few of this limited run are now available at a discounted price.
Was $30 now $18
Buy now
Visit
Find us at The Kiosk
Canterbury Horticultural Society is located in The Kiosk in the heart of the Christchurch Botanic Gardens (see a map).
Our Summer hours are 10am-4pm 7 days a week.
Check our Facebook page opposite for events and notices about what's coming up, or pop in for a chat or some gardening advice anytime.