We’re here to help you bring a little joy to mamas and mama-figures on their special day this month. We all know that what they really want is LOVE, but sometimes a thoughtfully chosen bouquet or a home-cooked breakfast can go a long way…

Fresh flowers are a sure way to brighten your mom’s day. You’ll find a selection of bouquets at both our stores but The Potting Shed – which is home to a full floral bar and our team of talented florists – is located at our flagship McKenzie Corner market in Saanich. Browse through perfect little posies, showstopping table centerpieces and pretty arrangements in glass mason jars, all carefully made in house. Alternatively, if you have something specific in mind, our florists can create a custom bouquet just for you! Chat to them in store or give them a call on 250-477-9495 (ext 9) to start bringing your vision to life.

Tucked into a lovely corner of our McKenzie store, our sweet little garden centre is bursting with gifting inspiration. If the mother-figure in your life loves nothing more than time spent out in the yard, how about treating her to a new fruit tree, hanging basket or potted plant? Our garden centre is also the perfect place to come together for a browse, chat and quality time – followed by a freshly brewed coffee or tea at The Coffee Project, of course!

‘I got you your favourite chocolate’ is a love language we speak! We’re proud to stock some of the most delicious locally made options, including Rock Coast, Sirene and Denman Island Chocolate. Choose your mama’s favourite, or make a little gift bundle so she can try them all!

Sometimes a cheese + charcuterie board is the answer (regardless of what the question was!). Treat your mom to the spread of dreams with the finest locally-made and European cheeses from The Chop Shop. Pair them with Four Quarters charcuterie, a jar or two of her favourite jam and some artisan crackers for a lovely, thoughtful gift.

Maybe the mother-figure in your life loves all things food – and if she does, she’s our kind of person! Browse our grocery aisles and pick up something unique, local and delicious to make her day – from artisan jams + jellies to specialty seasonings and luxurious teas + coffee. Or take a peek at our book selection, where you’ll find a fantastic array of cook books, local guides and more.

We’re firm believers that food is love, and cooking is love made visible. This Mother’s Day is the perfect opportunity to cook up a feast for your mama! Maybe you’ll make her the perfect breakfast with locally smoked bacon, island-raised eggs and farm fresh produce, or perhaps you’ll choose a delicious cut of Canadian-raised meat from The Chop Shop for a dinner to remember.

Did you know that we offer Root Cellar gift cards in any amount you like?! They can be purchased online (click here) or in-store, and are the perfect gift for your mom or momma-figure – she can spend them on produce and groceries, as well as in The Coffee Project, The Chop Shop and The Potting Shed.

The Root Cellar is open daily from 8am-9pm. We have two store locations – one at the corner of McKenzie and Blenkinsop and one in the heart of Cook Street village – and we can’t wait to see you!