Archived Article: Centennial Park Conservatory

CENTENNIAL PARK CONSERVATORY

Compiled from information by Etobicoke Parks Services.

Centennial Park Conservatory is located on Elmcrest Road north of Rathburn Road in Centennial Park. The complex opened in 1970 and consists of three greenhouses. The central house contains a large and outstanding collection of tropical plants. The picturesque waterfall and pool are also favourite attractions. There are two adjoining houses - to the south displaying an extensive collection of cacti and succulents, and to the north, a celebration of the seasons to delight your year round interest:

• Spring show (to keep us warm) from mid January to the end of May with Pelargoniums, Cineraria, Kalanchoe and fabulous spring tulips, daffodils and hyacinths; 
• Easter display begins one week before Easter and adds Easter lilies and Hydrangeas to the spectacle; 
• Summer show from early June to early September highlights Geraniums, tropicals and colourful annuals; 
• Fall Chrysanthemum display from mid September to late November features garden and Japanese Chrysanthemums and fall Asters. 
• Christmas show from early December to early January is ablaze with Poinsettias.

The Conservatory is open every day, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and the Flower Shop offers a selection of plants for sale. Staff in the Flower Shop at weekends can answer any of your gardening questions. There is no admission fee. The Conservatory is also available for weddings and commercial photography by permit. Call (416) 394-8543 for more information and for permit information call (416) 394-8510