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Green Shoots Walled Garden - Gardening

Green Shoots Walled Garden - Gardening

The Green Shoots Centre fosters community, biodiversity, and climate education.

Location
Aberdalgie, Perth PH2 0QD, UK
  • Mon 28 Apr 2025, 9:30am-3:30pm
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Suitable for teams
Short term project
Wheelchair accessible

What you will be doing

Exact tasks will depend on number of volunteers and weather on the day, but will include some or all of the following;

  • Pruning trees and shrubs
  • Removing invasive plant species
  • Digging and planting beds with plants to attract pollinators
  • Replacing wood chippings on paths
  • Constructing wooden structures

What we are looking for

Ideal volunteer for Greenshoots Walled Garden would include:

Enthusiasm for nature: A love for the outdoors and an interest in maintaining and enhancing the gardens environment.
Teamwork: Volunteers should be able to work well with others, as many tasks require collaboration.
Reliability: Being dependable and showing up on time for scheduled volunteer sessions.
Community-minded: A desire to connect with and support the local community through park improvements.
Adaptability: Ability to take on a variety of tasks, from gardening to wildlife projects, and adjust to different activities as needed.
Respect for nature and garden users: Understanding the importance of preserving the park’s beauty for everyone to enjoy.

These characteristics help ensure a positive and productive volunteer experience.

What difference this will make

Volunteering at the Green Shoots Walled Garden in Perth offers a meaningful impact by contributing to the restoration and enhancement of the garden, which promotes biodiversity and sustainable practices. Volunteers gain hands-on experience in environmental conservation, horticulture, and community-building while helping to create educational opportunities for local schools and visitors. Their efforts directly support the garden’s goals of fostering a deeper connection with nature, promoting climate awareness, and encouraging sustainable practices in the local community. Volunteering also nurtures a sense of belonging and purpose, helping individuals develop new skills and strengthen community ties.

What to bring

All information regarding clothing will be covered in our risk management document which is shared with the team ahead of the volunteering day.

Getting there

Less than ten minutes by car from the Aviva Perth offices.

Facilities

All information regarding facilities will be covered in our risk management document which is shared with the team ahead of the volunteering day.

Accessibility

All accessibility considerations will have been explored to ensure the venue and activities being carried out on the volunteering day are suitable and safe for all volunteers. Any restrictions will be highlighted in the risk management document which will be shared with the team ahead of the volunteering day.


Environment/ Nature/Biodiversity

Ready to make a difference

You need to be an Aviva Employee to register for this opportunity.

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