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Beautiful hemp tea towel featuring an iconic manuka frond marking the 160th Anniversary of Canterbury Horticultural Society.

Our student membership is available for anyone currently enrolled at a New Zealand tertiary institution. Valid for one year.

Canterbury Horticultural Society membership is suitable for all singles out there young or old! It cannot be transferred. Valid for one year.

Our double membership is ideal for couples and comes with two membership cards which you can present at our partner organisations for some great discounts.

Transform your garden into a beautiful and practical outdoor spaceTuesday Evenings 6.30pm – 9pm 24 February – 24 March 2026Please note, the third session will run on a Thursday eveningConcludes with a comprehensive all-day design session 10am – 4pm

Thursday 12 February 6.30-8.30pmJoin us for an evening of photography among the flowers, exploring composition, lighting, and creative techniques.

CHRISTMAS WORKSHOP

We hope you can join us for these self-drive garden visits to four unique gardens in CanterburyTe Whare Waiutuutu Kate Sheppard HouseSaturday 6 December 2025 10.30am – 12pmBlue House AmberleyFriday 13 February 202610.30am – 12pmFlaxmereFriday 13 March 202610.30am – 12pmŌhinetahiFriday 10 April 2026 10.30am – 12.30pmMeet at the garden, or carpool with friends

Zero-waste, nature-based craft

.00 – $160.00 Price range .00 through $160.00 Walk, Talk and Taste with gardener & award-winning author Sue Heazlewood Saturday 22 November 1.30pm 

Tuesday 11 November6.30 – 9pmJoin CHS Members Anne Gane & Gail Scrivener for a relaxed, hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to style a beautiful Christmas table using natural elements, layered textures, and a touch of sparkle.

BOTANICAL EMBROIDERY WORKSHOP

Create your own healing salve & lip balm to take home

Sunday 2 November2-4pmJoin Valmai Becker, herbalist, naturopath, educator, and the visionary founder of Phytofarm for two relaxing hours at the Kiosk.

Create your own Green Man tile in this hands-on ceramic workshop. Sculpt foliage and features in clay, exploring ancient nature symbolism.Includes all materials, glazing and kiln firing!Our 2025 dates are currently full. Please email us to go on the waitlist.Sunday 22 February 2026 2 – 4.30pmSunday 18 October 2026 10am – 12.30pm

.00 – $120.00 Price range .00 through $120.00Saturday 18 October 2-4pm Get creative and spooky with a handmade Scarecrow this Halloween! 

GUEST TUTOR DEBZ EAGLE

Tuesday Evenings 6.30-9pm 24 February – 31 March 2026Join us on this hands-on 6-week course and discover the joy of growing! With guidance from an experienced tutor, you’ll enjoy practical demonstrations, fun home garden activities, and expert tips on caring for crops, managing pests, and nurturing healthy soil.