About

Garden Day is an annual movement for green fingered folk to celebrate the fruits of their labour with family and friends. Whether you have a rolling lawn, volunteer at a community garden or have a few plant boxes on your balcony, everyone is invited to participate. 

On Garden Day we invite you to take a break from the hard work of planting, watering, weeding, and mulching, and instead, celebrate your garden with a party. Your garden gathering could be anything from a lavish luncheon or afternoon tea to a picnic or simply relaxing with a good book in your favourite spot in the garden.

Most importantly, don’t forget to wear a flower crown!

So mark your calendar for Sunday 12 October 2025, and join us in celebrating our green spaces.

What is Garden Day?

It’s all about the celebration!

Make room for more at your table

Braai on the lawn

Serve platters on the patio

Throw a tea party with your besties

Do lunch on the balcony

Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee in your favourite spot

Pack a picnic

Make flower crowns with the kids

Invite the neighbours for a drink

Toast sundowners in the veggie garden

Party with your house plants

Have cake at your closest community garden

FAQ’s

  • Garden Day is your annual excuse to take a breather and bask in the beauty of your garden! 🌱 Whether you’ve got a sprawling lawn, a balcony filled with plant babies, or volunteer at a community garden, this day is for YOU.

    It’s a chance to set down the watering can, stop pulling weeds, and throw a celebration in honour of all your hard work. Think garden parties, picnics, and peaceful moments with your favourite people - or even just yourself!

  • Garden Day happens on a Sunday every October. This year, mark your calendars for Sunday, 12 October 2025. Let’s get ready to celebrate! 🎉

  • This is your time to shine (and unwind)! Here’s how you can celebrate:

    • 🍽️ Host a classy garden lunch or tea party.

    • 🌳 Throw down a blanket for a picnic in your favourite spot.

    • 📚 Curl up with a good book and soak in the greenery.

    • 🪩 Get creative with a garden-inspired theme party!

    The idea? Celebrate however you like - just make sure your garden (no matter the size) is the star of the show. 🌟

  • No garden? No stress! You can still join in the celebration:

    • Team up with a neighbour who has a garden or balcony.

    • Transform your balcony or patio with a few potted plants.

    • Head to a local park or community garden for your celebration.

    It’s all about finding (or borrowing!) a green space or garden to enjoy.

  • Everywhere! Garden Day is a nationwide movement, and the beauty of it is that it happens wherever there’s a garden or green space. Whether it’s your backyard, a rooftop garden, or a cosy corner in a park, you can be part of the celebration.

  • Here’s the best part - it’s free! No tickets, no fees, no fuss. The magic of Garden Day is in creating your own celebration, your way. Whether it’s a big gathering or a solo moment of peace and quiet, it’s all up to you.

  • We’ve got you covered! Check out our website or socials for all the details:

    • 🌐 Website:www.gardenday.co.za

    • 📱 Instagram, Facebook, TikTok: @gardendaysa

    • 📞 WhatsApp: +27 74 288 1487

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