Communities in Bloom

Communities in Bloom has long harnessed the power of engaging, passionate people – community-minded people with a vested interest in making their communities a better place to live.

Climate Change

Climate change is affecting our cities, our communities, and our homes and is changing the way we must design and build our urban landscapes. Yes, climate change is a global problem, but the effects hit us locally, where we live. Each city, town and community must then seek solutions and develop initiatives that are specific to their needs – on their streets, in their parks, playgrounds and schools, at all their green spaces, at every opportunity. Never have our living landscapes been so crucial to our collective health and well-being – thriving, contributing, working green spaces and places for people to gather and enjoy. 

Urban green spaces such as gardens, parks, transportation corridors and woodlands provide a multitude of benefits to urban human populations and a vital habitat for wildlife. Here are some of the benefits of our urban green infrastructure:

• improve air and water quality
• limit the impact of heat waves by reducing urban temperatures
• provide a place for physical fitness and reduce urban stress
• enhance the health and well-being of people living and working in cities
• filters air and water, helping to mitigate the effects of climate change in our cities and reducing the likelihood of flooding by slowing and storing excess rainwater

Spring is here and so are these orange flowers:

1. Celosia Kosmo bursts with vibrant, plume-like flowers that create a soft, yet striking, texture in any garden. This versatile plant thrives in hot, sunny conditions, making it a perfect addition for adding continuous color through the summer. Its unique, flame-like blooms come in a variety of colors, adding a touch of the exotic to beds, borders, and containers.

2. Zinnias are cherished for their bright, cheerful blooms that come in a dazzling spectrum of colors. Easy to grow from seed, they're a favorite for beginners and attract butterflies and hummingbirds alike. Their robust nature makes them excellent for cutting gardens, as they produce long-stemmed flowers that are perfect for bouquets.

3. Marigolds are hardy, annual plants known for their pungent fragrance and vivid orange, yellow, and gold blooms. They are highly valued for their pest-repellent properties, often planted in vegetable gardens to ward off unwanted insects. With their ability to bloom from early summer until frost, marigolds offer a long-lasting splash of color to any garden setting.

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