Renfrew’s Best Garden Contest Returns in Summer 2026
- Feb 6
- 2 min read
For years, we have heard the same message again and again from people across Renfrew: bring back the garden contest.
It has come up in conversations on doorsteps, in community chats, and in the comments on our posts. Residents have told us how much they missed it and how they would love to see it return. After decades away, we are pleased to say it is happening.
Renfrew’s Best Garden Contest will return in Summer 2026.
Why it matters
Gardens do more than look nice. They lift streets, brighten closes, and make everyday walks feel better. They are a quiet kind of community pride, built over weeks and months through small acts of care.
A few minutes of watering, planting, or tidying is never just about the flowers. It is about looking after your bit of Renfrew, and in doing so, helping the whole town feel welcoming and well cared for.
This contest is our way of saying thank you, and of celebrating the people who put their time and creativity into making Renfrew bloom.
Who it’s for
This will not be a contest only for big gardens. We want it to reflect how people live across Renfrew, including:
Front and back gardens
Courtyard and shared green spaces
Balcony displays and window boxes
Pots, planters, and small outdoor areas
Wildlife-friendly corners and pollinator patches
If you are growing something with care, you belong in this.
What happens next
We will share full details closer to the time, including:
How to enter
Categories and judging criteria
Key dates
Prizes and recognition
How we will showcase entries across the town
For now, consider this the first official sign that the long wait is nearly over.
Help us spread the word
If you were one of the many people who asked for the garden contest to come back, thank you.
Your voices matter, and this is a great example of what happens when a community keeps pushing for something positive.
Keep an eye on our website and social channels for updates. In the meantime, enjoy the growing season, and take pride in the colour and care you bring to Renfrew.
Renfrew’s Best Garden Contest returns in Summer 2026. More details soon.
