| Membership | Price |
|---|---|
| Student | $55/year |
| Single | $85/year |
| Single Plus | $120/year |
| Family | $130/year |
| Family Plus | $175/year |
| Contributing | $250/year |
| Supporting | $500/year |
| Sustaining | $1,000/year |
| Benefactor's Circle | $2,500/year |
| Director's Circle | $5,000/year |
| President's Circle | $10,000/year |
Gardening Information
Gardening Information Services
Come with your gardening questions!
Visit the Gardening Information Desk at RBG Centre for answers to your gardening questions from our expert volunteers! Volunteers have been operating Gardening Information Service for more than 10 years.
Current Hours
Thursday to Sunday (including holiday Mondays) 12 to 3 p.m.
Find the desk at RBG Centre (680 Plains Rd. W.) in the main hallway, just before Shop at the Gardens.
What's That Plant?
Do you see something in our gardens that you love, but can't find a plant label? Identify and learn more with PlantSnap! Download the app and take a photo to learn more about the plant's taxonomy, habitat, care and uses.
Ask us your Gardening Questions
By Phone: 905-527-1158 ext. 226
In Person: see hours above
Online: using the form below
February 3, 2023
What’s in Bloom? February at RBG 🌸
· Hellebore, primula, and spring bulbs grace the Breezeway at RBG Centre this month!
· The O…
February 2, 2023
Year round, we ❤️ wetlands! But today, on #WorldWetlandsDay, we’re sending our wetlands some extra love. #FunFact: One third of RBG…
February 1, 2023
Golden hour making an oh so welcome appearance at the Arboretum 🌅 The days have started to get noticeably longer this week. Have you t…
February 1, 2023
Fluctuating above average winter temperatures have prevented conditions for skating and have made all #RBGtrails generally soft with icy …
January 31, 2023
WinterTide returns! Explore RBG’s Rock Garden illuminated after dark and marvel at the natural architecture of the towering trees. Grab…
January 30, 2023
All you need is love...and chocolate🍫💌 You’re invited to a special Valentine’s Day evening at RBG for an exclusive @chocosoltra…
January 29, 2023
Big and beautiful! African bullfrogs (Pyxicephalus adspersus) are native to sub-Saharan Africa, can grow to 20-25 cm in length, and have …
January 29, 2023
Admission to #RBGfrogs includes access to the rest of the Gardens! Grab a warm beverage for your journey ☕️ The 'fresh to go' station…
January 28, 2023
Peter-peter-peter! If you've heard that during a walk through the Arboretum, you may have heard the call of a Tufted Titmouse (Baeolophus…
January 28, 2023
Winter adventures at Princess Point are a must! Even when there's no ice for skating.
The south side of Cootes Paradise offers a variet…
January 27, 2023
Assorted colours of Hellebore and mixes of various Primula species fill the early spring Breezeway display! A welcome touch of spring dur…
January 27, 2023
Strike a pose! You’re welcome to take photos at our Frogs! exhibit, though for the well-being of our amphibi-friends we ask that you re…
January 26, 2023
☕️🥪 A cozy lunch awaits you this winter at the Greenhouse Café at RBG Centre.
Sweet Corn & Squash Fritters, Chevre Frittata, an…
January 25, 2023
54 days until spring, but who's counting? We hope you're staying safe and cozy today like our Ornate Horned Frog (Ceratophrys ornata) pal…
January 24, 2023
For the Rock Garden lovers 🌲. #DYK studies have found that stress hormone levels can drop by over 21% after only 20-30 minutes in natu…
January 24, 2023
🌙 Frogs! After Dark 🐸 Grab a drink and experience #RBGFrogs after dark as RBG’s winter exhibit transforms into a nightlife experi…
January 23, 2023
Winter is back and so is the sun! ☀❄️ Today's a wonderful day to hit the #RBGtrails for a winter hike.
✅ Boots with good tread
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January 22, 2023
Strolling through the Rock Garden during the winter is magical ✨☀️
Stay tuned this week for news of the return of a Rock Garden wi…
January 21, 2023
Borrow, Grow, and Return! RBG's seed library is open for the season 🌱
If you are new to gardening, interested in growing a greater di…
January 21, 2023
Witch-hazel has put a spell on us! ✨ In the genus Hamamelis (Witch-hazel) we have 81 individual plants represented by 27 different type…
January 20, 2023
The Breezeway display is a work in progress, but who can resist a sneak peek?
Spring comes early with a pop of pretty-in-pink hellebore…
January 20, 2023
🐸 They’re back and waiting for you! #RBGfrogs is officially OPEN🐸
On now until April 16 at RBG Centre
Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., la…
January 19, 2023
#RBGFrogs’ll make you (jump, jump)! 🐸 Friday, Jan 20 is opening day!
While none of the frogs in this clip were jumping as the song …
January 17, 2023
🥗 What's for lunch? The Rock Garden Bistro features a french-inspired winter menu that you must try! Swipe through for a peek at some …
January 16, 2023
An eastern bluebird on #BlueMonday
What does an overwintering bluebird eat? They primarily eat insects throughout the year but during t…
Seed Library
Borrow, Grow, and Return!
Our seed library is one way we nurture that connection. We provide seeds that you borrow, grow, and then return. If you are new to gardening, interested in growing a greater diversity of plants, or invested in supporting a community of growers, our seed library will help you meet those goals.
Horticulture & Collections
With tens of thousands of plants in our five cultivated garden areas, there is always something interesting growing at RBG. Here are some of the key collections curated by the Royal Botanical Gardens’ horticulture department.
What's In Bloom
Plants of interest are ever-changing in RBG’s five cultivated garden areas and nature sanctuaries. Check back to learn what’s blooming now or see the blooms calendar for a rough estimation of what to expect each season.
Courses & Workshops
RBG offers courses and workshops in Burlington & Hamilton for families, kids and adults in the areas of gardening, nature, botanical arts and wellness.
