City Blossoms

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Cultivating the well-being of our communities through creative programming in kid-driven gardens.

Since 2009, City Blossoms has designed, developed, collaborated on, and provided programming or trainings for over 100 projects throughout Washington, DC and nationwide. Through our work with hundreds of community-based organizations, neighborhood groups, schools, and learnings centers, we serve all people, with a particular focus on Latino, African-American, and immigrant youth. We work within ne

ighborhoods in which children and youth may not otherwise have access to green space. Washington, DC is our home base where we test and innovate new ideas for designing and implementing urban gardens that are communal, educational, artistic expressions of their surroundings. Thousands of participants, from toddlers through teens, have been engaged as cultivators using their creativity, intellect, and energy to shape their communities through fantastic and functional gardens.

06/18/2026

Dreaming of launching an early childhood-focused garden program at your center? Submit an application by June 30th, 2026!

DC early childhood centers interested in outdoor and garden-based learning for students, staff, and community are encouraged to apply by June 30, 2026. This free, one-of-a-kind program includes garden design support, educator training on garden maintenance, professional development and curriculum resources, and hands-on nature-based lessons and activities.

06/12/2026

Hello community members!

We have free seedlings available right on our front porch. First come first served. 516 Kennedy St NW. See available seedlings below:

Also, starting June 27, from 10am-12pm and the following six Saturdays during the same time window (except 4th of July weekend), we will be hosting free, family-friendly garden programming in our backyard garden.

Available seedlings include:

- Lunchbox peppers

- Jalapeños

- Collard greens

- Sungold tomatoes

- Red russian kale

- Swisschard

- Basil (multiple kinds)

- Calendula

- Shasta daisy

- Black eyed susan

06/10/2026

Hey party people!

We wanted to share the unfortunate news that we are postponing our Garden Fiesta due to the high likelihood of thunderstorms during the event. While we are disappointed to not see you all this Friday, your and the rest of our City Blossoms Community’s safety is always our top priority.

The new date for our Enchanted Forest Garden Fiesta is Friday, September 18th from 6-9pm in our backyard studio garden (rain date: Saturday, 9/19).

If you have a ticket already, this will remain valid for both the new date and the rain date. If you purchased additional tickets on behalf of another person, please share this information with them as soon as possible. We will continue to post updates at www.cityblossoms.org/fiesta, stay tuned!

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. We truly can’t wait to celebrate with you in our Enchanted Forest in September and in the meantime, we hope you’ll stay in touch and join us during our weekly programming. Keep an eye out for additional events and celebrations throughout the summer!

05/28/2026

Tickets are LIVE!🎉🥳

City Blossoms enthusiastically invites you to join us at our annual Garden Fiesta on Friday, June 12th, from 6-9pm. This year’s theme is Enchanted Forest 🌳🍄✨! We’ll feature an amazing DJ, free food, drinks, face paint, and an incredible lineup of raffle prizes! Link in bio!

The City Blossoms Garden Fiesta is our annual fundraising event. We hope you can join us in toasting 🥂 to equitable, kid-driven green space in a fun-filled evening for all ages!

04/23/2026

Calling all volunteers! We can use extra hands at the John Hayden Johnson Middle School Garden on Saturday 5/2 from 10am - 1pm as we complete phase 1 of a new garden build. It will be a hands-on day with tasks ranging from building raised garden beds, constructing a shed, planting perennials, and mulching pathways 💪🔨🌷 Sign up here: cityblossoms.org/new-events/2026/05/02-volunteer-opportunity-johnson

04/07/2026

4/4/26 - Noyes Elementary 🪴💚

03/18/2026

Just over a week ago, City Blossoms had an incredible time at the 2026 edition of Rooting DC 🌱. Our team led engaging, hands on workshops, making refreshing garden lemonade and exploring what it means to cook straight from the garden.

Meanwhile, our Mighty Greens youth truly stole the show leading a greenhouse tour, hosting a panel where they answered questions about their business, and guiding participants step by step through a seedling demo. It was a powerful reminder of what’s possible when young people are given the space to lead and thrive. 🫶🏽

03/14/2026

Proof that City Blossoms has always been in good hands. 👶🏽

03/07/2026

Happy Rooting DC folks!! We’re so excited to see all your lovely faces today 💚

03/03/2026

Cohort A applications are live for all Title-1 schools!! Woohooo!!🎉🎉

Our School Garden Partners program works alongside middle and elementary school educators to design FREE gardens and curricula tailored to the unique needs of each school. If you're ready to grow something meaningful with your students, apply today using the link below.

https://forms.gle/FkjVRQkWEynAaex37

Excited to see what we can grow together!!!

Address

516 Kennedy Street NW
Washington D.C., DC
20011

Telephone

+12028822628

Website

http://www.CityBlossoms.org/

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