Community Horticulture
Brooklyn Botanic Garden promotes urban greening through education, conservation, and creative partnerships. Working with block associations, community gardens, and other service groups, the Garden is building a vibrant network of people, places, and projects dedicated to making Brooklyn a greener place. Learn More
For more information or to join the community greening mailing list, contact [email protected] or call 718-623-7250.
Community Greening Workshops
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Community Greening Workshops Don't Miss
Planting Pollinator Pathways
Thursday, April 4, 2024 | 6 p.m.–8 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Learn a few simple steps to support wildlife from a certified Brooklyn Urban Gardener and leader of the South Midwood Pollinators—a group committed to working together to make “our community a greener and more welcoming place for people, bees, birds, and butterflies.” Learn More about Planting Pollinator Pathways
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Community Greening Workshops Don't Miss
How to Green Your Block - Section A
Wednesday, April 24, 2024 | 6 p.m.–8 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Ever wondered what it takes to make your block greener? Recruit a few neighbors and head on over to BBG where our staff, joined by some winning Greenest Block in Brooklyn gardeners, will encourage you to see your block's potential with fresh eyes. Learn More about How to Green Your Block - Section A
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Community Greening Workshops Don't Miss
Street Tree Care Basics: How to Green Your Block
Tuesday, May 7, 2024 | 6 p.m.–8 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Street trees do so much to improve our environment but often receive little care. Learn best practices to spruce up your tree beds for spring while improving the health and resilience of your block's trees. Learn More about Street Tree Care Basics: How to Green Your Block
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Community Greening Workshops Don't Miss
How to Green Your Block - Section B
Wednesday, May 22, 2024 | 6 p.m.–8 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Ever wondered what it takes to make your block greener? Recruit a few neighbors and head on over to BBG where our staff, joined by some winning Greenest Block in Brooklyn gardeners, will encourage you to see your block's potential with fresh eyes. Learn More about How to Green Your Block - Section B