Canterbury Horticultural Society
Connecting people to the art, science and practice of gardening and horticulture
Garden Life October
Tuesday 7th 6pm & Wednesday 8th 1pm
Main Speaker: Paul Hooper – Intelligro
Paul will explore what makes compost truly organic, how potting mixes are made, and practical tips for choosing and using soils, composts, and mixes.
Mini Speaker: Yvette Edwards - Flower arranging with a twist
Tea, coffee and biscuits afternoon | Nibbles and a Glass of Wine evening
Free for Members ($10 Non-Members) | See the full programme here
Pressed Flower Workshops
Discover flower pressing with Debz Eagle
Pressed Flowers
Sunday 19 October 1 - 2.30pm (new date)
Includes fresh flowers & leaves and a small traditional press to take home
$60 ($80 Non-Members) Book now
Harakeke Crafting
New Dates!
Kono (four corner) Basket
Saturday 29 November: 1.30pm -4.30pm
Sunday 30 November 10am -1pm
Putiputi (Flax Flowers)
Sunday 30 November 1.30pm – 4.30pm
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Craft a Halloween Themed Scarecrow
Get creative and spooky this Halloween!
Saturday 18 October 2-4pm
$55 per individual / family group ($70 Non-Members)
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A Taste of Tangleby
Stories, Sips & Secrets of the Garden
Walk, Talk and Taste with Gardener & Author Sue Heazlewood
Saturday 22 November 1.30pm
(Rain Day Sunday 23 November)
$95 ($120 Non-Members) Book Now

Bougainvillea – October Plant of the Month
September 25, 2025Many thanks to Portstone Garden Centre for this update. CHS Members enjoy a 15% discount* at Portstone Garden Centre *Please note: discounts exclude roses and some other items. Full details are available in store. How to grow Bougainvillea in Christchurch Bougainvillea are a tropical-style flowering climber, originally from South Africa. They are known for … Read More

Proteas – September Plant of the Month
September 1, 2025Many thanks to Portstone Garden Centre for this update. CHS Members enjoy a 15% discount* at Portstone Garden Centre *Please note: discounts exclude roses and some other items. Full details are available in store. Plant of the Month – Proteas Proteas are striking, long lasting and a little fussy about where they put down … Read More

Planting and caring for Roses
July 24, 2025Many thanks to Portstone Garden Centre for this update. CHS Members enjoy a 15% discount* at Portstone Garden Centre *Please note: discounts exclude roses and some other items. Full details are available in store. Plant of the Month – Planting and caring for Roses Roses are best planted during the Winter, while the plants … Read More
What to do in the Garden this month
Keep up to date in your garden with these tips & tasks from Michael Coulter

October in the Garden
September 25, 2025October in the Garden Tasks for Spring As spring unfolds in Christchurch, gardeners are experiencing a typical mix of warm and cold weather. With daytime highs ranging from 12-19°C and night-time lows between 4- 8°C, it’s essential to stay adaptable and responsive to the changing conditions. Soil and Planting While the soil is warming up, … Read More

September in the Garden – Welcome to Spring
September 1, 2025September in the Garden Tasks for Spring August in Christchurch was chilly, with an average temperature of just 6.8°C. Nights often dipped close to freezing, the coldest at -4.5°C, while the warmest day only reached 16.4°C. It was a fairly wet month too, with 91 mm of rain, most of it falling mid-month. Looking ahead, … Read More

August in the Garden Tasks for Winter
August 4, 2025August in the Garden Tasks for Winter July saw highs of 9–15 °C and chilly lows around –2 °C. A typical Late Winter mix of frosty mornings and milder afternoons. Expect similar patterns in August—cool starts, warming gradually. As Winter gives way to early Spring, it’s time to wrap up Winter tasks and prepare for new growth. … Read More
Bot Tots
Bring your little one to the Kiosk for some fun gardening and nature themed activities
Mondays 10am - 11.30am (term time only)
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.
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.
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.