Overwhelming response for Garden City Blooms

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This article was published 04/08/2020 (1035 days ago), so information in it may no longer be current.

The spring and summer of 2020 will be remembered as one of the most challenging, but also unique times, in recent memory. COVID-19 has caused us to change daily habits, routines and even adjust our summer holiday plans.

But one thing that did not change was Garden City residents’ proud and fitting record of having some of Winnipeg’s best-kept yards and gardens.

Walking around the area, it is clear that gardening is a favourite pastime for many in our community. This summer has also been the busiest for all sorts of yard projects. From decks and fences to pools and plants, COVID-19 reminded a lot of us that we need to make the most of our outdoor spaces. The quiet streets of Garden City also make our neighbourhood one of the most ideal in Winnipeg for turning your backyard into an oasis.

Back in the early spring, I wanted to find a way to connect neighbours and recognize the hard work so many people put into their beautiful yards and gardens. From the carefully planted flowers to the expertly cut and watered lawns, there is no shortage of curb appeal in Garden City. So, the Garden City Residents’ Association, together with the support of our city councillor, Devi Sharma, Take Pride Winnipeg and the locally owned Riverside Greenhouse launched Garden City Blooms 2020.

This fun neighbourhood contest took right off and we are thrilled by the community’s response. I am happy to announce that we had over 55 entries.

Family members, friends and neighbours took the time to submit addresses for nomination. To help recognize all the hard work, every address was entered to win a prize and final judging will take place later this week. Winners will be announced in a few weeks time, once the judging panel has a chance to narrow it down. And what a job that will be as there are so many incredible gardens.

Thank you again to everyone for the incredible response to our first neighbourhood contest. Cheers to all the nominees for Garden City Blooms 2020.

Daniel Guenther is president of the Garden City Residents’ Association and a community correspondent for his neighbourhood. Email him at: gardencitywinnipeg@gmail.com

Daniel Guenther
Garden City community correspondent

Daniel Guenther is president of the Garden City Residents’ Association and a community correspondent for his neighbourhood. Email him at: gardencitywinnipeg@gmail.com

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