SERVICE DETAILS
Garden Owners
Sharing a space in your garden with a volunteer from Edinburgh Garden Partners is a great way to help a person in your community who is looking for a space to grow.
We prioritise working with older people who want to enjoy their gardens and strengthen connections with their community. Please note that we are not a garden maintenance service.
How does it work?
We match our garden owners to volunteers according to where they live and their overall compatibility. We guide and support both to establish a mutually beneficial partnership by making a written agreement, which sets healthy boundaries and shared expectations for what can be achieved.
What are the benefits?
Sharing your garden with a volunteer will enable you to:
- Develop a rewarding relationship with your garden partner
- Make a positive contribution to your community
- Boost your health and well being through greater enjoyment of your garden
- Share your interest in growing and gardening with a dynamic community of garden partners across Edinburgh.
- Enjoy freshly grown produce with your garden partner
Is my garden suitable?
It’s important to have easy access to the garden, sufficient sunlight, some space to grow fruit and vegetables, and access to water; but a willingness to share the space and work positively with your volunteer is the most important.
What happens next?
If you’re interested in joining Edinburgh Garden Partners or wish to make a referral on someone’s behalf please contact us on 0131 347 5829 or at info@edinburghgardenpartners.org.uk
