| About the Position | |
| Position # | 4055 |
| Organization | Gardens at HCP (Horticulture Centre of the Pacific) |
| Position | Bonsai Garden Volunteer - HCP Garden Volunteer |
| Location | 505 Quayle Rd. |
| Impact Statement |
Mission Statement Providing an inspiring natural learning environment in which visitors and students can learn responsible horticulture and conservation practices and the importance of plants to a sustainable world. Developing, cataloging and displaying a rich collection of plants that demonstrates the rich heritage of plants that can be grown in our climate and contributes to the protection of biodiversity. Demonstrating responsible stewardship of our conservation lands through our sustainable management practices, habitat restoration and education programs. Providing high quality, accredited education for horticulture professionals by responding to the needs of the horticulture industry and our students through innovative programs. Engaging in research with partners in plant sciences to expand our knowledge of native plants and their importance for biodiversity and sources of food. |
| Description |
In addition to general gardening tasks the Bonsai volunteers will receive training and be involved in specific tasks related to the care and maintenance of Bonsai trees including: Wire and shape trees, Fix pots using modern kintsugi method (with gold), Adjust moss in pots, Structural winter pruning, Pluck Pines. All training will be provided. |
| Training Details | All training will be provided by experienced Bonsai gardeners. |
| Working Conditions | All work is completed outdoors in a garden setting, will require some lifting of potted trees/plants, some of the pathways through the gardens have uneven surfaces. |
| Minimum Duration | 3 months or less |
| Timing | Weekday - Daytime |
| Time Detail | Wednesday mornings 9am to noon. |
| Age | 18+ |
| Ideal for | An Individual |
| Transportation | Car required |
| Area(s) of Interest | Arts/Culture, Gardening/Environment |
| Skill(s) | Verbal Communication, Continuous Learning, Flexibility, Creating, Designing |
| How to Apply | |
| Application Link: | |
| Website | http://www.hcp.ca |
| Send an Email Message | |
| Contact | Kim Morison |
| Phone | 250 479 6162 |
| Address | 505 Quayle Road Victoria, V9E 2J7 |