Upcoming workshops from the Canterbury Horticultural Society
Create some botanical ceramics, learn how to press flowers or creating a halloween-themed scarecrow at these upcoming events!
Contact the Canterbury Horticultural Society (CHS) for more information on these and other upcoming opportunities [03 366 6937 or office(at)chsgardens.co.nz].
Craft a Halloween-themed scarecrow
Get into the spooky spirit and unleash your creativity by crafting your very own Halloween-themed scarecrow! Perfect for individuals, families, and groups, this hands-on workshop is a fun and festive way to celebrate the season.
Dates: Saturday 18th October 2025.
Time: 2 to 4pm.
Location: The Kiosk in the Christchurch Botanic Gardens.
Cost: $55 for CHS members or Friends of the Botanic Gardens and $70 for non-members.
Find out more about this scarecrow workshop, including how to enrol.
Pressed Flower workshop
Join renowned flower preservationist and artist Debz Eagle for workshops in flower pressing and botanical art. This workshop is perfect for all skill levels, from beginners to expert floral artists.
Dates: Sunday 19th October 2025.
Time: 1 to 2.30pm.
Location: The Kiosk in the Christchurch Botanic Gardens.
Cost: $60 for CHS members or Friends of the Botanic Gardens and $80 for non-members.
Find out more about this pressed flowers workshop, including how to enrol.
Botanical ceramics: Green Man tile
Create your own Green Man tile in this hands-on ceramic workshop with Jane McCulla. Sculpt foliage and features in clay, exploring ancient nature symbolism. All materials provided.
Date: Sunday 26th October 2025.
Time: 1 to 3.30pm.
Location: The Kiosk in the Christchurch Botanic Gardens.
Cost: $70 for CHS members or Friends of the Botanic Gardens and $85 for non-members.
Find out more about this botanical ceramics workshop, including how to enrol.