by Gilles Vincent M.C., C.Q. | Member of the Canadensis Botanical Garden Society There is no doubt that Ginkgo biloba, commonly known as “Maidenhair tree”, is the most fascinating tree in the plant world! Whether by its origin, its history, its long relationship with humans, its taxonomic status, the unique shape of its leaves or…
As the year comes to a close, we’re grateful for your support in nurturing our shared love for nature and our passion to create a national botanical garden in our Capital. Our sincere wishes for a Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Joyful Kwanzaa and a New Year filled with beauty, and flourishing gardens!
Canadensis Garden Fall Celebration
Saturday, September 28 | 10 AM – 4 PM
Experience nature in all its fall splendor at Canadensis Garden, the home of the future Botanical Garden of Canada. The Fall Celebration offers plenty of FREE family fun including horse drawn wagon rides, children’s activities and floral/botanical artworks available for purchase. Explore the site to learn about plants and trees indigenous to Canada and admire large scale sculptural art installations. Free admission & free parking!
“By the pricking of my thumbs, something Foolish this way comes…” A Company of Fools brings this year’s spellbinding summer production of MACBETH to Canadensis on Friday, August 23! Prepare to be utterly enchanted with this tale of murder and betrayal with a Foolish twist – an all-female/non-binary cast of witches taking center stage to…
Having a botanical garden in your city can offer a wide range of benefits to both residents and visitors. Here are some of the advantages: Overall, botanical gardens offer a multitude of benefits, including educational, environmental, economic, and cultural advantages, making them valuable assets to any city.
Spring is just around the corner, and with it comes the excitement of Ottawa’s Seedy Saturday event! This year, we are thrilled to announce that Canadensis will be a part of this beloved tradition. Join us on March 2, 2024, at Emmanuel United Church, 691 Smyth Road, Ottawa, for a day filled with all things green and growing.
The realization that it is never too late to learn about plants unveils an enriching journey of discovery, fostering a deeper appreciation for the intricate tapestry of botanical life. Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast or a novice eager to explore the wonders of the plant world, the learning process is a testament to the resilience of curiosity.
Winter parks and gardens provide a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. The crisp air, coupled with the beauty of snow-covered landscapes and glistening frost, creates a magical ambiance that rejuvenates the mind and soul.
In mature forests, the towering trees attract most of the attention, but, sometimes, the less dominant plants also have interesting stories to tell. Dwelling in the shady understory of eastern North American forests is a prostrate, spreading shrub with national botanical significance in Canada because of its crucial role in human medicine. The Canada yew, Taxus…
Thank you to Felicity Gerard for creating this wonderful video about the Central Experimental Farm. Thanks also to Jane Panet of the Ottawa Garden Club for sharing it with us. Some beautiful photographs of Canadensis are included. Amazing!
The Canada goldenrod is scientifically known as Solidago Canadensis. Other common names of the flower are Giant Goldenrod, Tall Goldenrod, and Rough. The plant has a bad reputation for causing allergy symptoms during the summer. However, the culprit for hay fever is wind-pollinated plants, which this goldenrod is not. The bountiful swarm of insects found…
The eastern hemlock (Tsuga canadensis) fails as a Christmas tree. It drops its needles quickly after it is cut down. This leaves the species of canadensis without a Christmas tree for the holidays. Native to our eastern Canadian landscape, the silent “t” Tsuga canadensis of the Pinaceae family, nicknamed the hemlock spruce or Canadian hemlock,…
