Grow & Give: Neighborhood Sharing Stand Guide
Creating a Neighborhood Sharing Stand is a simple, fun way to share flowers, food, and kindness with your neighbors. Follow these steps to get started!
Step One: Set Up Your Stand
Choose a Spot:
Place your stand somewhere visible and accessible—your front yard, driveway, or near a sidewalk.
Make sure it’s sturdy and protected from the elements (a small table, crate, or repurposed cabinet works great!). Direct sunlight will cause cut flowers to wilt, so give them some shade!
Keeping your stand well-maintained—clean, inviting, and in good condition—will encourage participation and help prevent concerns from neighbors.
Make It Inviting:
Add a simple weather-resistant sign: “Free Flowers & Produce – Take What You Need!”
Get creative with baskets, crates, or vases to keep items organized.
Decorate with a small bouquet, artwork, or a chalkboard for updates.
Step Two: What to Share
🌸 Flowers: Fresh-cut bouquets, dried flowers, extra seedlings
🥕 Produce: Extra veggies, herbs, or fruit from your garden
🌱 Plants & Seeds: Divided perennials, saved seeds, plant cuttings
📚 Garden Extras: DIY guides, recipe cards, garden books for borrowing
Tip: Label items and include growing tips when possible!
Step Three: Keep It Running Smoothly
Check Daily: Restock when possible and remove anything past its prime.
Let Neighbors Know: Post in local Facebook groups or Nextdoor to spread the word!
Encourage Contributions: Invite others to leave extra garden goodies, too!
Step Four: Build Community
Add a Notebook: Leave a small journal for people to share thank-yous, gardening tips, or recipe ideas.
Host a “Meet the Garden” Day: Pick a weekend to chat with neighbors and share what you grow!
Share Online: Post updates in community groups or the Grow & Give Map to inspire others.