Rock Garden at the Royal Botanical Gardens – In the morning, enjoy a guided tour of the 6 acre Rock Garden, built in a former quarry. It showcases 1670 types and 112,543 individual plants as well as water features.
Lunch at the RBG – We will enjoy a modified tea lunch featuring 4 tea sandwiches, salad and a scone in a private dining room.
Hendrie Park at the RBG – There is lots of time to shop at the gift shop and enjoy their indoor cacti and succulent collection and the Mediterranean Garden. Or you can venture outdoors and explore the prehistoric grove, scented garden, healing garden or the rose garden featuring sculptures and perennials.
Northland Nursery – Here’s your chance to find bargains and hidden gems. This family-run nursery features one price for every plant including trees, shrubs, hellebores and other perennials, roses, and peonies. In 2024, it was $9.99 for each 1 gallon pot. This is a good opportunity to try a plant for difficult areas or one that pushes the zone.
Tickets are $99 per member and $109 for non-member guests
Purchase by clicking the Register button or in-person at a General Meeting. Deadline to purchase tickets is May 11th. Participation is not confirmed until payment is received. Tickets are non-refundable unless the bus trip is cancelled by the Richmond Hill Garden & Horticultural Society or due to extenuating circumstances.
Ticket price includes: Transportation, entry fee and guided tour, lunch, all taxes and tips.
Bus departure and Return: Our air-conditioned luxury coach with on-board washroom departs at 8:15 am from the Elgin West Community Centre at 11099 Bathurst Street in Richmond Hill, with an approximate return time of 5:30-6:00 pm. A Bus Waiver form must be signed to board the bus.
Questions: Contact Roberta Jennings at 416-239-3855 rjennings63@outlook.com
