Youths from nine to 14 years may request a garden plot where they plant vegetables and care for them. Bird-watchers find the Botanical Garden an exceptional site to observe 130 bird species, including nesting birds and migratory flights. Interpretation paths and feeding stations enhance the hobby. Cross country ski trails open up garden vistas in a winter setting. Families participate in contests such as the Great Pumpkin Ball and Contest with prizes awarded to the most imaginative decorations.
Oriental women compete in orginal decorations with chrysanthemums.
The China Garden Montreal celebrates a unique bond of friendship between the old world of Shanghai and Monteal in the creation of the largest Chinese garden outside Asia. Workers from both cultures arranged stones, water, plants, trees and buildings on the 6 acre site to reflect the blending of cultures. Eight miniaturized landscapes involving waterfalls, Dream Lake, bridges, pagodas, Chinese and Canadian plantings such as Chinese bamboo and Canadian maple create a scenic tapestry of the two cities. The neighboring Japanese Garden Pavilion, echoes and complements the tranquility of the Chinese garden and reflects the art and culture in Japan. Ecompassing 6.25 acres, it contains flowers, streams and waterfalls, and rare stone specimens.