Gardener Chats
Chat with a member of our horticultural team while you explore The Leaf! Our expert gardeners will explore our connections to plants, and provide insider knowledge about the beautiful plantings within the biomes.
What's On at The Leaf
Cool Gardens at The Leaf
June 6 - September 7
Babs Asper Display House
Cool Gardens, presented by Storefront Manitoba, is a design competition and exhibition of contemporary garden installations that takes place in various locations across Winnipeg – including here at The Leaf!
This summer, explore Cool Gardens displays at the Babs Asper Display House at The Leaf, and the outdoor Sensory Garden at The Leaf.
Indoors, an extravagant piece of art called PAIRIDAEZA will hang high above the Babs Asper Display House. Constructed from recycled materials, pieces have been arranged in a geometric pattern inspired by Persian carpets and gardens, which symbolize paradise. What was once destined for the landfill is transformed into something magical – a colourful hanging mosaic.
Outdoors, visitors will experience perceptual art, which is meant to engage movement. “Petals in Perspective” invites you to navigate around the sensory garden and in doing so, you will find three flowers pieced together when standing in the right positions. The display highlights the Prairie Crocus, Manitoba’s provincial flower, and the endangered Western Spiderwort.
Upcoming Workshops
Invest in your health and well-being. Get creative and crafty. Join us for some family fun! We offer a variety of programs, workshops, guided tours, and experiences for adults, children, and small groups.
