PEC Memorial Hospital Gardens
For many years now a committee of our members has joined the hospital
auxillary in providing lovely gardens around the hospital buildings for patients and visitors to enjoy. The hospital
auxillary provides us with a budget and our volunteer members donate their time, expertise and labour. One of our proudest
accomplishments is the Memorial Garden, an enclosed garden with seating where visitors can enjoy peace and comfort. Last spring,
we planted the Emergency door entrance. We had a great team and really enjoyed being able to give back to our wonderful Hospital!
Civic Plantings
Annually, our members are encouraged to take on a personal project in
the community. These are our civic plantings which are elegible for a fund of up to $50.00 each from our PEC Horticultural
Society budget for materials. An application is made and once funds are received the applying member is responsible
for the planting and maintenance of the chosen site for that year.
Community Greenspace Project
Last year a greenspace project was to convert the vacant lot
adjoining Shire Hall into a parkette. This project aimed to increase and enhance the use of public space through community
engagement, partnerships, volunteerism and beautification. It is anticipated that this parkette will serve many functions
in a central location.
- a public meeting space for community events
- opportunities for interactive learning
- a place of serenity & calm that celebrates Picton's beautiful harbour
- opportunities to enjoy recreation, arts and culture
This project won the Environmental Awareness Award of Excellence
at the Communities in Bloom Conference held last September! Good Show!!
