Half term activities aim to encourage a new generation of gardeners

Plants for People, Mayfield Nurseries community development gardening project, will be distributing gardening goodies during half term...

Children's hands planting a seedling in soil

The Plants for People team are planning a COVID-safe garden giveaway for residents, distributing propagator kits, seeds and birdfeeders during the February half term (15-19 February). The aim is to encourage urban plant growing throughout Southampton, it's also an opportunity to inspire a new generation of gardeners and for them to see first-hand the benefits of gardening.

PLEASE NOTE WE WOULD ENCOURAGE FACE COVERINGS TO BE WORN AT ALL TIMES.

Dates and Locations as follows:

Monday 15 February: Shirley Towers: 10am – 12pm, Irving Road: 1.30pm – 3.30pm

Tuesday 16 February: Oslo Towers: 10am – 12pm, Canberra Towers: 1.30pm – 3.30pm

Thursday 18 February: Hightown Towers 10am – 12pm, Dempsey Close: 1.30pm – 3.30pm

Friday 19 February: Holyrood Estate: 1.30pm - 3.30pm

If you'd like to find out more about Plants for People see here.

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