Victoria Day is often said to symbolize the official start of the gardening season in B.C.
With record high temperatures kick-starting the season a bit early, survey group Research Co. dug into the popular hobby to better understand gardening habits across the province.
The survey was conducted from May 2 to May 5, 2019, among 800 adults in B.C. and the results show that gardening alive and growing.
Three in five British Columbians (59%) currently grow or cultivate plants in their home, either indoors or outdoors.
Residents of northern B.C. lead the way, with 68% saying they are active gardeners.
About two-thirds (60%) of residents in southern B.C. and Metro Vancouver report gardening on regular bases.
The proportion dips to 58% in the Fraser Valley and 57% in Vancouver Island.
It also appears gardeners can be divided along political lines.
Seven in 10 residents who voted for the Andrew Weaver-led Green Party in the 2017 provincial election also saying they're actively growing plants.
Smaller proportions of British Columbians who supported the BC New Democratic Party and the BC Liberals join them (66% and 58% respectively).
More than half of the province’s gardeners say they grow plants mostly for ornamental purposes, including 61% of men and 60% of those over the age of 55.
To check out the full results of the survey, click here.
