Spring Plant Sale & Open House

Curious about what Milner Gardens & Woodland is all about? Have you ever driven past us and thought, “I’ve got to stop in there one day.” Well, here’s your perfect opportunity!

We will be opening up the gates completely FREE on Saturday, April 26th for our reimagined Spring Plant Sale & Open House. The rhododendrons will be in full bloom, and we’d love to say hello!

Take home a piece of Milner Gardens with plants propagated directly from our Milner Heritage Collection at a great price.

Rhododendrons for sale by Mount Arrowsmith Rhododendron Society.

Gardening Tips & Tricks from local garden clubs, Vancouver Island Master Gardeners, and rhododendron experts.

Information booths about volunteering at Milner, Milner Membership benefits, our Shoots with Roots children’s education program, donor opportunities, our upcoming events and more.

VIU Student Recruitment and information about the VIU Horticulture Technician Foundation Program.

Learn more about our VIU partners with representatives from Deep Bay Marine Field Station, Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Region Research Institute, and Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Region.

Great spring-themed gifts and garden decor for sale in our Pool House Gift Shop.

A hot dog BBQ and beverages will be available for purchase outside Milner House. The Camellia Tea Room will NOT be open for service.

Shuttle carts will be running continuously to deliver you and your new plants back to your vehicles.

Only certified service dogs are permitted on site.