Sunken Garden — Attraction in Central Saanich

The Sunken Garden in Victoria's Butchart Gardens is a botanical masterpiece. This meticulously designed garden takes you on a journey through a breathtaking transformation of an abandoned quarry into a lush paradise.

In spring, the garden bursts to life with a kaleidoscope of flowers, from tulips and daffodils to vibrant rhododendrons. During the summer, it's a riot of color with cascading fuchsias, dahlias, and fragrant roses. The attention to detail in the garden's layout and maintenance is evident in every corner.

The stone terraces and pathways add to the charm, providing various vantage points to admire the beauty. It's not just a garden; it's a work of art that showcases nature's splendor. A visit to the Sunken Garden is a must for anyone seeking tranquility and an appreciation for...

Butchart Gardens Sunken Garden The Sunken Garden was created from an exhausted Vancouver Portland Cement Company limestone quarry which had been used as the source of limestone for manufacturing Portland cement. With a former limestone quarry for her backyard, Jennie Butchart envisioned landscaping a sunken garden in its place, transforming the property for her family—and visitors—for generations to come. As cement production exhausted the limestone deposits, Jennie envisioned a grand garden in its place and began transferring top soil by horse and cart. Little by little, the quarry blossomed into today’s...

One of the most, if not the most, beautiful garden I’ve ever been too! Every square inch has been thoughtfully designed. The water features are beautiful too. I especially love all the hedges. Sunken garden is seriously so beautiful!!! (It used to be old stone quarry now turned into gorgeous garden) 😍

A must visit while...