Rideau Hall isn’t just home to Canada’s governors general. It’s also home to towering evergreens, ceremonial trees planted by world leaders, and greenhouses that quietly support the country’s most important events.

In this episode, we explore the only official residence open to the public, where the NCC’s horticulture team keeps 32 hectares thriving through Ottawa’s four seasons. From rare orchids to vegetable gardens, we dig into the challenges of maintaining this living landmark and discover what’s next for its aging greenhouses.

Tune in to find out how the grounds stay vibrantyear-round and what surprises grow behind the scenes.

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• Capital Stories – Inside Rideau Hall’s Greenhouses

• Histoires de la capitale – Dans les serres de Rideau Hall