VanDusen Botanical Garden
Garden · British Columbia
Vancouver's 22-hectare botanical garden turns its Japanese maple, katsura, and ginkgo collections into a curated fall show through late October, with a lake-view boardwalk and a formal Rhododendron Walk that colors early.
Don’t miss
Peak: October 8–October 12
Color builds from September 25 · mostly bare by October 29
Method: daily ERA5 temperatures drive a photoperiod + chilling phenology model, sampled at VanDusen Botanical Garden’s own coordinates and elevation (100 m) rather than a regional average. Estimates, not promises — check locally before you plan a trip around it.
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Frequently asked
- When does VanDusen Botanical Garden peak in 2026?
- Peak color is predicted for October 8–October 12 (best estimate October 10). Color starts around September 25 and is mostly bare by October 29.
- What is VanDusen Botanical Garden best for?
- Curated fall color inside the city.
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