12 of the Best Gardens & Conservatories to Visit in Alberta
Discover the magnificent gardens of Alberta!
Enjoy the lovely flower beds maintained by volunteers at St Albert Botanic Garden, the gardens that extols Japanese-Canadian friendship at Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden, tropical plants inside Edmonton’s pyramids, prairie hardy plants at Olds College gardens, an extensive peony collection at Devonian Botanic Garden, butterflies fluttering amongst fragrant flowers at Calgary Zoo conservatory,blooming flowers set against the back drop of Cascade mountains at Cascade Gardens, and the gardens that pay tribute to George Pegg, whose work resulted in identifying Alberta’s Flora unique to Lac Ste Anne County.
Whistling Gardens: Visit One of Canada’s Best Botanical Gardens With the Largest Public Peony Collection in North America
Ontario is home to many fabulous gardens, including the largest botanical garden in Canada. However, did you know that Whistling Gardens in Norfolk County is home to… Read more »
Must-Visit Gardens in Newfoundland
Spend an afternoon literally stopping and smelling the roses at one of the many breathtakingly fragrant gardens around Newfoundland. The unique climate across the province allows gardeners… Read more »
Ontario’s Biggest U-Pick Peony Garden Opens in June With 150,000 Blooms
Flower lovers have a short window to catch one of Ontario’s most impressive spring sights, and Fleur de Roy, the province’s largest pick-your-own peony garden, is opening… Read more »
Warkworth Lilac Festival: Celebrate Spring With a Road Trip From Toronto
Best visited during the end of May and early June, the Lilac Tour is the perfect way to celebrate the Lilac blooms of Spring. These fragrant purple and white flowers are a beautiful flowering plant; ornamental and attractive, that often mark the closing in of summer.
Farms Near Toronto to Pick Your Own Asparagus
The tender shoots of the asparagus poke their heads every spring during the month of May. Here are three farms near Toronto where you can pick… Read more »
12 Gardens to Visit on Prince Edward Island
Stressed out? Take some time to stop and smell the roses and other fragrant flowers at the beautiful gardens across Prince Edward Island. Backed by the ocean,… Read more »
Things to Do in Kitchener-Waterloo Region in June
A go-to list of family activities and events in Kitchener Waterloo Region in June. Events For more, see Explore Ontario Ideas: 50 Bucket List Ideas for Summer… Read more »
20 of the Best Gardens You Should Visit in Greater Toronto Area
Gorgeous gardens span across the Greater Toronto Area, and range from flowers that come in all colours of the spectrum to shrubs and bushes that make up… Read more »
Things to Do During 2026 Victoria Day Long Weekend in Ontario
Looking for ways to kick off the unofficial start of summer in Ontario? From finger-lickin’ good festivals to long weekend fireworks, this list of 75+ events and… Read more »
Tulip Season Returns to PEI as Belfast’s 4.5-Acre U-Pick Fields Set to Open for 2026 Spring Season
Why not welcome spring in PEI with a stroll through a blooming tulip field? It’s the perfect way to soak up the season’s colours and charm. Tulip… Read more »
Massive U-Pick Tulip Farm Opening in Greater Toronto Area In Time For Mother’s Day Weekend
There’s no better way to welcome spring in the GTA than with a walk through fields bursting with colour, and Pingle’s Farm in Oshawa is offering just… Read more »
Grey-Bruce Tulip Fest: Explore a Sea of Colours at Sandhill Creek Flower Farm This Mother’s Day Weekend
Tulip Fest is returning to Sandhill Creek, a family-run farm located in South Bruce Peninsula. You will have the chance to wander through four acres of blooming… Read more »
Hat Trick Farms: Pick Your Own Tulips at This Tulip Farm in Southwestern Ontario
If you are looking for a tulip field with a u-pick experience in southwestern Ontario, then located just an hour away from London, near the shores of… Read more »
Cherry Blossom Viewing in High Park
The peak bloom, Stage Six, when at least 70% of the blossoms are open, is anticipated to occur on Friday, May 1. The flowers can last anywhere between 4 and 10 days, depending on the weather conditions. Cool, calm weather can prolong the bloom period, while warm, unsettled weather may shorten it.
Things to Do in Kitchener-Waterloo Region in May 2026
A list of 30+ fun events in the Kitchener-Waterloo Region during May, including fun family activities, festivals, live music, adult events and more!
Visit Royal Botanical Gardens’ Arboretum to See Magnificent Magnolias and Cherry Blossoms
Experience the Japanese tradition of enjoying flowering cherry trees and other spring flowers at the Royal Botanical Gardens (RBG). The Royal Botanical Gardens’ award-winning Magnolia collections are… Read more »
20 Places to See Cherry Blossoms in and Around Toronto
While there are some popular spots to see the Sakura trees in bloom, such as High Park in Toronto, the region offers many other locations to view these gorgeous pink petals. If you want to catch seasonal cherry blossoms, visit one of these 20 places located in and around the Greater Toronto Region.
Places to Find Cherry Blossoms in Scarborough
For many in Toronto, Spring means an annual trek to High Park to view the pink beauty of Cherry Blossom trees. But did you know that you… Read more »
Vankleek Hill Tulip Fields: Pick Your Own Tulips at This Adventure Farm Near Ottawa
Vankleek Hill’s namesake tulip field and farm is set to open in May 2026. Like last spring, the u-pick tulip experience is located at Ouimet Farms Adventure, known… Read more »
JP Niagara Tulip Farm: Where Dutch Tulip Fields Meet Canadian Charm
If you’re looking for a fun, colourful and Instagram-worthy experience, JP Niagara Tulip Farm is great for a Tulip field trip in Niagara Falls Region. JP Niagara… Read more »
Things to Do on a Spring Trip to Lethbridge
Enjoy spring sunshine in Lethbridge! The southern Alberta city is one of the ‘warmer’ spring spots in the province and it is an invitation to explore the… Read more »
10 Tulip Farms and Fields For a U-Pick Spring Day Trip in Ontario – 2026 Season
The most colourful of spring flowers, tulips bloom across Ontario during the season, painting the landscape with vibrant hues. Many flower farms welcome visitors to pick fresh… Read more »
Head to Stratford For a Colourful Spring Getaway – Top Things to See & Do
Experience Spring in Stratford! The well-known arts and culture scene in Stratford truly comes alive in spring. Along with the festivals or outdoor arts and entertainment, the… Read more »