Vancouver Island Master Gardeners The Vancouver Island Master Gardeners Association (VIMGA) is a group of volunteer Master Gardeners living on Vancouver Island from south of Duncan north to Campbell River.
Learn more about what we do and why we do it.
Want to know more about joining the Master Gardeners?
VIMGA works with Vancouver Island University (VIU) to provide the Master Gardener Certificate Program, the first step to becoming a Master Gardener. There is an online information session being held on October 17 to explain more about the course.
Articles
- 9th Annual Altrusa Garden Tour
This is a self-guided tour of six lovely gardens and a fund raiser for Altrusa International of Nanaimo. Tickets are $25 and are available at: GREEN THUMB GARDEN CENTRE 6261 HAMMOND BAY ROAD 250-758-0944 KC’S BOUTIQUE & PETITES 5771 TURNER ROAD 250-751-7799 LITTLE TREE GARDEN CENTER 2517 BOWEN ROAD 250-585-0244 GARDENWORKS 6469 METRAL DRIVE 250-390-1151 … - 2024 Denman Island Home and Garden Tour(June 15th and 16th) New to the island and wanting to explore its hidden gems up close? Or interested in renewing your sense of wonder at the diversity of this island community? Step into a world of natural beauty and architectural wonders at the Denman Island Home & Garden Tour, a cherished tradition since 1992. This biennial event promises …
- Master Gardeners in Take 5
Take 5 magazine editor/publisher Marina Sacht has written an article about VIMGA, which appears in the April edition of the magazine. The article can be read online here. The article talks about what VIMGA is and does and also includes some spring gardening tips from VIMGA president Mick O’Neill. Take 5 is a monthly print … - And we’re in Nanaimo Magazine, too
Master Gardener Beth Walrond has written an article for the April edition of Nanaimo Magazine (Voyager Magazine outside of Nanaimo). Appearing on page 14 (page 16 of the pdf file), the articles outlines the purpose of VIMGA and some of the events and activities we engage in. - Spring Education Day – March 2
Want to learn more about your Soil? Should I feed or not feed?Soil conditioners and composts. You are invited to: HOW to BUILD HEALTHY SOIL Sponsored by Vancouver Island Master Gardeners (VIMGA)