We’re a community garden near Wood Street, E17, creating a natural, peaceful haven and growing space since 2013. Every year we try to develop a little bit more and foster a love of being outdoors and gardening among the local community.

We have listened to feedback and are responding by planning more plant and food growing initiatives and activities aimed at all communities in and around Greenway Avenue. But … we need a greenhouse to help make our plans a reality!

We need £1500 to buy a greenhouse so we can:

• grow plants from seed – a cheaper and more sustainable option

• overwinter tender plants used for our wonderful summer displays

• grow a wider range of vegetables to share with volunteer gardeners and use in community lunches

• develop our ideas for Young Seedlings outdoor activities for younger children, Seed Swap and Plant Exchanges

With a greenhouse we could grow more food to share and provide gardening taster sessions. We could match gardeners with different levels of skills to encourage knowledge and skills sharing, combat loneliness and isolation, and provide opportunities for moderate exercise. A wider range of vegetables and fruit are planned for next year and a greenhouse would protect tender plants and bring on seedlings.

We try to promote a positive atmosphere, where everyone is welcome to enjoy being outdoors and work with plants and garden in our shared community space.

Are you able to help us develop our vision?