Join us for free floral demonstrations from some of Vancouver’s favourite florists.
(Schedule subject to change)
By Travis Mills - Calyx Floral Design & Nicola Adam Floral
JARDIN tent at Fleurs de Villes Downton Abbey
Learn the tricks of creating a traditional English style arrangement in a compote that works well in any footed vessel.
Friday May 23 at 12:00pm
Saturday May 24 at 10:00am
Monday May 26 at 12:00pm
Thursday May 29 at 12:00pm
Friday May 30 at 12:00pm
Saturday May 31 at 12:00pm
Sunday June 1 at 12:00pm
By Travis Mills - Calyx Floral Design
JARDIN tent at Fleurs de Villes Downton Abbey
The fascinating art of flowers on fascinators.
Friday May 23 at 1:30pm
Friday May 23 at 12:00pm
By Chef Matthew Phillip, Shaughnessy Restaurant
JARDIN tent at Fleurs de Villes Downton Abbey
Join Chef Phillip as he shares his culinary journey and reveals how he draws inspiration—and ingredients—from the botanical bounty of nearby VanDusen Garden. Learn how he incorporates seasonal vegetables, herbs, and edible flowers into his dishes, and preserves their essence in cordials, syrups, and vinegars to offer a true “Taste of the Garden” year-round.
Friday May 23 at 3:00pm
Monday May 26 at 3:00pm
Tuesday May 27 at 3:00pm
Tuesday May 27 at 3:00pm
Thursday May 29 at 3:00pm
Friday May 30 at 3:00pm
Sunday June 1 at 3:00pm
By Vancouver Rose Society
JARDIN tent at Fleurs de Villes Downton Abbey
Come and learn about growing roses here in the Lower Mainland. We'll review some rose growing basics and highlight the roses specifically bred for the Fleurs de Villes Downtown Abbey show.
Saturday May 24 at 11:00am
By Nicola Adam Floral
JARDIN tent at Fleurs de Villes Downton Abbey
Traditional garden posies and cut-flower tips and tricks.
Saturday May 24 at 1:00pm
Sunday May 25 at 1:00pm
Monday May 26 at 10:30am
Thursday May 29 at 10:30am
Friday May 30 at 10:00am
Saturday May 31 at 10:00am
Sunday June 1 at 10:00am
By Stanley Luk, Vancouver Orchid Society @vancouverorchidsociety
JARDIN tent at Fleurs de Villes Downton Abbey
Join orchid expert and AOS Judge Stanley Luk for a hands-on workshop featuring orchid repotting tips and demonstrations to help your orchids thrive at home.
Saturday May 24 at 2:00pm
By Nicola Adam Floral
JARDIN tent at Fleurs de Villes Downton Abbey
The ultimate summer accessory inspired by old England. The foundation for boutonnieres, Corsages, flower crowns and hat flowers.
Saturday May 24 at 4:00pm
Sunday May 25 at 4:00pm
Monday May 26 at 1:30pm
Thursday May 29 at 1:30pm
Friday May 30 at 1:00pm
Saturday May 31 at 1:00pm
Sunday June 1 at 1:00pm
By Camille Mehta
JARDIN tent at Fleurs de Villes Downton Abbey
Make your own vintage floral themed postcard inspired by the Edwardian era.
Sunday May 25 at 10.00am
By Jaded Creative Inc.
JARDIN tent at Fleurs de Villes Downton Abbey
Discover the art of creating vibrant, seasonal floral arrangements inspired by the colours and textures of a summer garden.
Sunday May 25 at 11.00am
Friday May 30 at 2:00pm
Sunday June 1 at 11:00am
Sunday June 1 at 2:00pm
By Conor Preston, Vancouver Orchid Society @vancouverorchidsociety
JARDIN tent at Fleurs de Villes Downton Abbey
Learn how to grow a variety of amazing orchids right from your home!
Sunday May 25 at 2:00pm
By Jaded Creative Inc. & Angelica Floral Designs
JARDIN tent at Fleurs de Villes Downton Abbey
Learn expert tips and simple techniques to create beautiful, professional-looking floral arrangements at home.
Monday May 26 at 4.30pm
Tuesday May 27 at 4.30pm
Wednesday May 28 at 4.30pm
Friday May 30 at 4.00pm
Saturday May 31 at 4.00pm
Sunday June 1 at 4.00pm
By Nina Koba, Adele Rae Flower Shop
JARDIN tent at Fleurs de Villes Downton Abbey
Artist and Florist, Nina Koba will show off her amazing floral art and talk about how she approaches painting some of her favourite flowers.
Tuesday May 27 at 10:30am & 12:00 pm
By Jill Hopkins
JARDIN tent at Fleurs de Villes Downton Abbey
Discover how to elevate your gardening experience with a variety of practical tools in this informative talk, featuring live demonstrations of essentials like the Hori Hori knife and a versatile fold-up kneeling and sitting bench.
Tuesday May 27 at 1.30pm
By Tina Barkley, Co-founder Fleurs de Villes
JARDIN tent at Fleurs de Villes Downton Abbey
Tips + Tricks for creating beautiful florals at home.
Wednesday May 28 at 10.30am & 12:00pm
By Aldona Czajewska
JARDIN tent at Fleurs de Villes Downton Abbey
What flowers best support pollinators? This engaging talk explores pollinator preferences—by shape, colour, and species—backed by the latest research, to help you design a garden that boosts local biodiversity.
Wednesday May 28 at 1:30pm
Thursday May 29 at 4:30pm
Friday May 30 at 11:00am
By Alpine Garden Club of British Columbia
JARDIN tent at Fleurs de Villes Downton Abbey
Learn the basics of creating charming miniature alpine gardens in troughs in this beginner-friendly demonstration.
Saturday May 31 at 11:00am
By Chrystals Gardens
JARDIN tent at Fleurs de Villes Downton Abbey
Learn how to incorporate plants that attract pollinators in your pots and planters.
Saturday May 31 at 2:00pm