Sprucing up Garden City for winter

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This article was published 19/11/2021 (566 days ago), so information in it may no longer be current.

I am excited to share that Garden City has a new evergreen arrangement to brighten the neighbourhood for the snowy months ahead. The winter display was installed at Forest Park Drive and Sinclair Street, in the new neighbourhood planter installed this past summer. Next time you are out for a walk or drive around the neighbourhood, be sure to enjoy this beautiful arrangement handcrafted from fresh greenery and birch branches. 

Adding the winter arrangement was an idea sparked by Coun. Devi Sharma, who suggested it to me as a way to showcase Garden City’s new planter. The project was made possible by a grant from Coun. Sharma, in partnership with Petals Flowers & Gifts on Leila Avenue. Sabyna Sawka is the owner of Petals, and responsible for designing and installing this incredible arrangement.

Sabyna is a long-time local y resident and has been a floral designer for over 35 years. She was excited to transform this intersection for the winter months. She told me that planter arrangements have seen a growth in popularity and are no longer just installed for the holiday season.

“They are a beautiful way to add colour to outdoor spaces for the winter months. I design each to order and will customize to suit any taste. Everyone from homeowners to businesses have been ordering them to add some vibrancy to their empty planters”, she said.

In addition to winter planters, Sabyna said live wreaths and table centrepieces are classics that remain popular for the holiday season. Petals will be hosting holiday workshops where attendees design and craft their own wreaths and centrepieces from fresh winter greens. Interested residents should call Petals at 204-338-7673 or email petals.mb@gmail.com.

I would like to extend a sincere ‘thank you’ to Sabyna from Petals and to Coun. Sharma for making this winter project possible for all residents to enjoy. The new planter continues to brighten our community and adding this beautiful wintertime display is a creative way to utilize them year-round. I hope that they bring you cheer during your next winter walk or drive through gorgeous Garden City.

 

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