Nau mai, haere mai, welcome to the Christchurch South Community Gardens

Our mission is to develop a resource for the Christchurch community that actively supports a sustainable neighbourhood and enhances social well-being through participation in a community garden.

How to enjoy the garden

Come and work with us on Thursdays or Saturdays from 10:30am. If you can’t be physically involved in garden activities – seedlings, plants and produce can be purchased for a small price or koha (to cover the labour that went in to growing them). 

Join our board of trustees

We are currently looking for people to join our board of trustees. Board meetings are every two months, on the second Saturday at 11am. Please get in touch if this is something you would be interested in! Email info@cscommunitygardens.net.nz

Volunteer with us

We love to welcome new volunteers to the team. Good gardeners are always welcome, but you don’t need any prior experience, just a good attitude and a willingness to learn. 

Market days

We have four seasonal market days a year, keep an eye out for the date and details of our upcoming Autumn market. 

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Buy plants and produce

We have a range of plants and produce for sale. Payment can be made at the koha box at the front shed.

Food Waste Collection

Bring  your kitchen waste to be made into compost and used on the gardens.

Community learning and connection

We work with local schools, and host events and workshops in our hall.

Research and Work Experience

We work closely with university students to support their research.  We also offer work experience for a wide-range of social service clients.