PLANNING YOUR GARDEN VISIT

Prairie Peonies is beyond excited to welcome visitors to a beautiful 2026 bloom season by donation. Donations are never expected but always appreciated and help keep the garden operating, improve visitor experience, and make this larger-than-life undertaking sustainable! 

Peonies are typically in bloom from early June to mid-July 

For ease of access and to better accommodate more visitors, garden visits are now separated into sidewalk & driveway viewings and guided garden walkthroughs, and a visitation calendar can be accessed here. Please respect this distinction and do not step into the garden unless Nick is around during guided garden walkthrough sessions so that the garden remains undamaged and can continue to be enjoyed by all. Simply arrive during the visit times listed in the calendar above. Contacting Nick is generally unnecessary and this system has been put in place as the ability to respond to individual inquiries is greatly reduced during peak bloom.

Garden viewing is dependent on the weather. It is also important to note that the garden is on a west-facing city lot which does not provide mid-day shade.

The garden is located in a cul-de-sac with sidewalk parking available directly in front of the garden property. Please take care not to park in front of any neighbouring driveways or properties. Jasper Place Jubilee Park lies directly east of the garden and is a very short walk away with plenty of free parking space available along 93rd avenue. 

Follow the progress of the garden on my social accounts to ensure you don't miss out on your favourite varieties!

Visitors usually spend an average of 15 to 45 minutes enjoying the garden, depending on depth of interest, amount of photos snapped, and intent to ask questions (which are always welcome).

The best viewing times are from 1:00 PM, when the sun reaches the bulk of the garden, to 8:00 PM. The best times of day for photography are 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM when the sun is directly overhead, reducing sharp shadows, and 8:00 PM when the hazy golden hour light sets in. 

Please leave your garden shears at home. These blooms are for all to enjoy!

Please kindly watch your step as the garden has many tight spaces and narrow passages.

As much as we love our own two pups, please be advised that pets (not even mine) are not permitted in the display garden.

Please let me know if there is anything that I can do to facilitate your visit or make it more enjoyable. Feedback, positive Google reviews, and donations are always welcomed and so appreciated!