Oak Bay - A Garden Paradise

The combination of Oak Bay’s unique microclimate and long growing season presents the ideal setting for plants from all over the world to thrive - and gardeners to grow like it is a competitive sport. Visitors can see many impressive displays by strolling or cycling through residential neighborhoods or visiting one of Oak Bay’s lovingly maintained parks.

Look for a variety of garden types and styles including:

• Woodland gardens
• Formal gardens
• Zerascaped gardens
• Gravel gardens
• Naturalistic gardens
• Cottage gardens
• Japanese style gardens
• Specialty gardens such as rose or container gardens.

For insider tips on creating a spectacular garden Victorian Garden Tours features many Oak Bay gardens, as well as stops at popular gardening shops. Or try a gardening workshop at one of Oak Bay’s garden shops. A shore kayak tour offers spectacular views of rarely glimpsed private gardens along Oak Bay’s waterfront.

• Gardens Through the Seasons
• Special Gardens
• Oak Bay - Palm Tree Capital