Butchart Gardens
British Columbia
Butchart Gardens, located near Victoria on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada, is a spectacular 55-acre floral display garden attracting over a million visitors annually. Established by Jennie Butchart in the early 20th century on a former limestone quarry, the gardens feature diverse themed areas including the Sunken Garden, Italian Garden, and a large rose garden. The design reflects Renaissance and English Arts and Crafts aesthetics, with contributions from notable designers like Butler Sturtevant and Samuel Maclure. The gardens also showcase ornamental birds, bronze statues, and a variety of plant species, including 2,500 rose plants from 280 varieties. Recognized as a National Historic Site of Canada in 2004, Butchart Gardens remains a family-owned attraction, managed by the Butchart descendants. The site includes extensive greenhouses and offers seasonal events and dining experiences, making it a unique blend of horticultural artistry and cultural heritage.
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Consejo: Visit during spring and summer for peak floral displays and pleasant weather. Purchase tickets online in advance to avoid queues and check the official website for seasonal events and dining options. Evening illumination offers a magical experience, especially during special celebrations. Discounts may be available for seniors, children, and groups. Allow ample time to explore all garden sections and enjoy the seasonal exhibits.
Datos interesantes
- •Butchart Gardens receives over a million visitors annually, making it one of Canada's most popular garden attractions.
- •The Sunken Garden was created on the site of a former limestone quarry exhausted by 1909.
- •The Rose Garden contains 2,500 plants from 280 different rose varieties.
- •Several bronze statues in the gardens are replicas of historic European works, including one cast in Florence replicating a 1620 bronze by Pietro Tacca.
- •The gardens were the inspiration for the Canadian pavilion gardens at Epcot Centre in Orlando, Florida, opened in 1982.
Historia
The Butchart Gardens originated in 1904 when Robert and Jennie Butchart settled near a limestone quarry on Vancouver Island.
After the quarry was depleted in 1909, Jennie transformed it into the Sunken Garden, completed in 1921.
Over the following decades, the gardens expanded with the addition of Italian and rose gardens, designed by prominent landscape architects.
The gardens were gifted to the Butchart family’s grandson in 1939 and have been managed by successive generations since.
In 2004, the gardens were designated a National Historic Site of Canada, marking their cultural and historical importance.
Guía del lugar
Sunken Garden1921
Created on the site of the exhausted limestone quarry, this garden features terraced floral displays and water features, representing the heart of Butchart Gardens.
Italian Garden1926
Established in 1926 on the former tennis courts, this garden showcases Renaissance-inspired design with symmetrical flower beds and classical statues.
Rose Garden1929
Replaced the kitchen vegetable garden in 1929, featuring 2,500 rose plants of 280 varieties, offering vibrant colors and fragrances.
Japanese GardenEarly 1900s
Designed by Isaburo Kishida before 1912, this tranquil garden features traditional Japanese landscaping and is a testament to early 20th-century garden design in Victoria.
Ross Fountain1964
Installed in 1964 in the lower reservoir, this ever-changing fountain celebrates the garden's 60th anniversary with dynamic water displays.
Contacto
Teléfono: (250) 652-4422
