May 2 2026, 11 am - 4:30 pm
For 25 years this garden has grown with you - our members, volunteers, donors, visitors and community. On Saturday, May 2 from 11 am to 4:30 pm we will be celebrating this milestone surrounded by the beauty of spring in full bloom.
- Free admission for the day - bring your friends and family!
- Amazing deals on plants propagated directly from the Milner Heritage Collection. All plants are 20% off, or 30% off for Milner Members.
- Commemorative speeches will take place on the Grand Lawn at 1 pm with complimentary cake and refreshments to follow.
- Vancouver Island Master Gardeners will be available to answer your gardening questions.
- Mount Arrowsmith Rhododendron Society will be selling rhododendrons.
- Shuttle carts will be running for plant transportation and accessibility needs.
- Great spring gifts and garden decor for sale in the Gift Shop.
- The Camellia Tea Room will be closed.
- Pets are not permitted in the Gardens.
Join us as we celebrate how far we’ve come together, and everything still to grow.
Date and Time:
May 2 2026, 11 am - 4:30 pm
Attendance:
In-person
Location:
Milner Gardens and Woodland
Organizer:
Emily Weeks
Contact:
Milnergardens@viu.ca