Boston Garden Contest Accepting Entries Through July 12

The annual Boston Garden Contest is underway again this year, and is accepting entries through July 12.

All Bostonians and business owners who have landscaped, planted flowers, trees, and shrubs. The contest was first introduced 17 years ago as a way to reward those who have helped to beautify Bostons neighborhoods. 

First place winners will receive the “Golden Trowel” award from Mayor Menino and prize packages from the Parks Department, Comcast, Mahoney’s Garden Centers of Brighton, and other sponsors at an awards ceremony in August in the Public Garden.  

All finalists in this year’s Garden Contest will also be entered into a drawing for 
a JetBlue Grand Prize consisting of roundtrip flights for four to any nonstop destination from Boston. 

There are several categories, including small yard garden, business garden, shade garden, vegetable garden, and more. 

Last year, Fenway-Kenmore didn't have any garden contest winners. 

To enter the contest, apply online at www.cityofboston.gov/parks/gardencontest or pick up entry forms at Boston City Hall, Boston Community Centers, and Boston Public Library branches.  For more information please call (617) 961-3051.