The Room To Grow Project

. Did you know that there’s a natural antidepressant in soil? It’s true. Mycobacterium vaccae is the substance under study and has indeed been found to mirror the effect on neurons that drugs like Prozac provide. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/antidepressant-microbes-soil.htm

🌿 honesty table no 2 - head over to Eversley Rd. sketty!



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We are actively looking for new FRONT garden hosts on King Edward Road, Rhyddings Park Road and Gwydr Crescent, we are also now expanding and accepting gardens on adjacent and surrounding roads.

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Learn more - https://www.roomtogrow.wales/green-corridor

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R2G | PENGELLI PRIMARY - GREEN SKILLS WORKSHOPS
GROW, COOK, EAT & KEEP.
Limited spaces: contact PENGELLI Primary to book.

JUNE EVENTS

R2G | YNYSTAWE - GREEN SKILLS WORKSHOPS
GROW, COOK, EAT & KEEP.

Limited spaces: contact Ynystawe Primary to book.

JUNE EVENTS

Another cracking week out and about with at Hafod Primary School and Space 88.

Massive thanks to Coastal Housing Group & for their collaboration and support!

We started our campaign last week at week!!! Amazing few days and a stellar effort from all!! Special thanks to Gareth and the Team from 20 built over 50 participants across several days of events!!

LETS GET GROWING!!

We are kicking off 2024 with a new campaign for cleaner greener streets across Swansea!!

CAMPAIGN GOALS

Increase Urban Greenery: Install 'Grow Your Own' planters in concrete front gardens across Swansea to enhance urban biodiversity and aesthetics.

Water Conservation: Implement water butts in residential and communal areas to promote rainwater harvesting and reduce water usage.

Sustainable Waste Storage: Establish green roof bin stores for black and green bag storage to minimise heat islands and integrate green spaces in practical applications.

Community Engagement: Engage local residents, schools, and businesses through workshops and activities to foster a community-driven approach to urban greening.

Education on Sustainability: Provide educational programs on permaculture, recycling, and sustainable living practices to residents and local institutions.

Enhance Local Biodiversity: Promote the planting of native species that support local wildlife, including pollinators and birds, within the new green spaces.

Improve Air Quality: Utilise planters and green roofs to help filter pollutants and improve air quality in urban areas.

Reduce Urban Heat: Expand green-covered areas to help lower surface and air temperatures in densely populated areas.

Community Wellbeing: Enhance the aesthetic and recreational value of our communities, contributing to improved mental health and quality of life for residents.

Long-Term Sustainability: Develop partnerships with local government and businesses to ensure the project's sustainability and continuation based on community feedback and evolving needs.

We are gearing up for a cracking year of events here at The Room To Grow Project, kicking off next week at one of our favourites!! See below for details.

Great to see this!!

Don't forget to pop up to Blaen-y-maes drop in centre to get involved in some gardening on Thursday's 10am :)

https://roomtogrow.wales/6-easy-veg is around the corner and we are back with a great new programme of events. In the meantime check out our 6 easy veg page for some tips n tricks on growing your first vegetables.

https://www.swansea.gov.uk/placemakinggrants?fbclid=IwAR3okMgJAbn2jdx9UFDYElk2a9UMTKx8bdMuGnyFh_n561PSOJy8b6CAZS0

A great scheme and opportunity with funds available for green infrastructure.

Placemaking grants - Swansea Grants of up to £30,000 are available for improving small commercial and district shopping centres across the City and County of Swansea which are outside the city centre (subject to subsidy control rules).

Great venture

Rock n roll gardening!!! 😎 always things to do!!!

https://www.facebook.com/paul.t.thomas

Massive thanks to Paul "Tomsk" Thomas from (e-cargo bikes and e-bikes) for our cargo bike trail.

Really hope that this can become a staple part of the way expands in the future. A step (peddle) in the right direction for sure!!

https://www.facebook.com/Sustrans.Cymru

out and about today!! Stella effort getting some essential water to our planters!! It’s been unusually dry this year so keep your plants happy with a little water to keep them going until it rains.

You can’t grow food in a front garden they said!!! We did it anyway!!

http://roomtogrow.wales/ plenty of new info on our website-

"Eating doesn't have to be boring! Say goodbye to bland salads and hello to colorful, flavorful eating. Let's fill our plates with delicious, nutrient-packed foods and feel amazing! .

Now is the time to start planning for planting and crisp salads.

Lots of new recipes on our website at http://www.roomtogrow.wales/recipes

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Another brilliant week working with our excellent trainees on a photo shoot promoting local produce for Little Valley Bakery Petallica Flower Farm and , part of our on going productions supporting local businesses. Much more to come!!

It's Veg Pledge Month - where you can challenge yourself to go vegetarian for the month to raise funds for Cancer Research UK 🙌🏽

Don't forget our Penderi Green Regeneration Project partner The Room To Grow Project has got plenty of tips and advice on how to get started growing your own vegetables 🍅🥕🥬

If you're in Swansea and want to find out more here, visit: http://www.roomtogrow.wales/

Swansea Community Farm Swansea Council

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Graffiti workshops for the kids, Tuesday and Wednesday 🙂 please book a space if interested.