The Plant Sale and Raffle is the Bowen Island Garden Club's annual fundraiser. Islanders are reminded that the funds raised support a number of 'beautification' projects which are of benefit to the whole community (daffodil plantings, invasive plant eradication, golf course flower beds, etc.) In addition, the club's program of visiting monthly speakers and Open Gardens are an important resource for members and non-members alike.
This event will take place at BICS this Saturday, May 12. The sale opens at 11 a.m. and lasts for one hour only. Be sure to allow yourself plenty of time. The better items sell out very quickly. The club's 300 members have been busy collecting a wide range of plants and shrubs over the last month or two to ensure that a wide variety will be on display. Prices, as always, will be very competitive. Given the ravages of our resident deer population expect to find a large collection of 'deer resistant' plants for the unfenced portions of your property. When in doubt about the most serendipitous placing of that must-have beauty, be sure to ask a club member for help and advice.
Through the generosity of our donors the raffle will offer a dozen different prizes valued up to $100. Tickets will be on sale both before and during the event. The draw will take place at 11.50 a.m. just before the sale closes. Be sure to get your tickets!
