Sponsored by:
THE NORTH'S
SUNNIEST
PLANT
COMMUNITY
SUNDAY
12TH JULY
10:30AM - 4PM
HULME COMMUNITY GARDEN CENTRE,
M15 5RG
EXPECT PHOTOGRAPHY & FILMING AT THE EVENT
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VENUE MAP
It just dropped, and it's making us all VERY excited for our next Collective.
You will find map print outs at the Potty tent.
EVENT LINE-UP
10:30AM-4PM
Sponsored by Soil Ninja.
Come along for free, get a name tag and mingle, meeting like-minded folk while exploring this inner-city haven.
NO TICKET NEEDED! Just come and meet everyone!
HOUSEPLANT SOCIAL
PLANT SWAP
11AM-2PM
Expand your plant collection, meet likeminded folk & build new connections by swapping your plants, propogations and cuttings.
POTTY'S
PLANT BINGO
2:30PM-4PM
Our fun filled and uplifting houseplant bingo will be hosting inside the marquee. Expect 3 games with a fabulous range of plant themed prizes up for grabs.
REPOTTING STATION
10:30AM-4PM
Sponsored by Soil Ninja.
*BACK BY HUGELY POPULAR DEMAND*
Bring plants from home, along with a new pot and plant support to enjoy a free repotting service.
MACRAME WORKSHOP
11AM-12:30PM
Be part of an expert lead macrame propagation shelf workshop, where Beth will guide you through the art of knotting to create a beautiful display for your plant cuttings.
EXPERT TALK WITH TOM CRANHAM
2PM-2:30PM
Join us in the marquee for a free talk by Tom Cranham titled: How To Create a Terrarium for Begonia's. Learn about his inspiration, materials, construction and maintenance.
KOKEDAMA WORKSHOP
2PM-3:30PM
Learn the Japanese practice of Kokedama moss ball making with the fabulous Matt & Rowan. Enjoy 90 minutes of this mindful activity in the vibrant polytunnel
SOLD OUT
SHOP: STUDIO DAWN AND NICOLES JUNGLE
10:30AM-4PM
Spread positivity and shop self-care staples shopping with Chelsie from Studio Dawn, and meet Nicole and learn about her tiny plant kingdom!
FOR THE KIDS
10:30AM-4PM
Free colouring table provided by Waterlily Art Studio. Explore the grounds of Hulme Community Garden Centre, discover conversation pits, garden tunnels, and an exciting outdoor play area.
HULME COMMUNITY GARDEN CENTRE
Introducing
HULME COMMUNITY GARDEN CENTRE
as our incredible venue!
A secluded gem set beneath the backdrop of our city, the garden centre is a community effort with sustainability at its heart.
Enter through the shop to find courtyards, potting sheds, wooded walkways, garden polytunnels, tasty food, and much more. Get your hands on anything you need for the garden, and on Sunday 12th July you'll find Potty's Sunshine Plant Collective in the marquee and polytunnel.
JOIN OUR COMMUNITY IN PERSON - FOR FREE!
If the weather is good we're in for a total treat with seating throughout the venue. While the plant collective areas are under cover - if the weather is rainy you should bring a hood as the wider venue is outdoors.
PLANT SWAP
Welcome to Manchester's NEWEST and SUNNIEST plant swap!
Sponsored by Soil Ninja
Meet likeminded folk, expand your community, and make friends with really cool new people who 'just get it'.
This swap will be even bigger than last time - with around 30 people joining us. Get ready to swap propagations and cuttings, and expand you plant collection in a fun and affordable way.
Take home your new plants, anything you have left over, and your overflowing Sunshine Plant Collective goody bag.
Come and join us!
How it works:
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Bring 10+ plants, props, fresh cuttings or accessories to the swap
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Move around the marquee meeting swappers and browsing what others have brought
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If you see something you'd like, offer to swap with one of your plants. Swappers can accept or decline your offer
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Swap your plants / accessories and repeat as you move around the entire marquee.
There is loads to do on the day aside from swap. Repot for free thanks to our sponsor Soil Ninja, shop for plants and accessories, explore the stunning venue, and more.
BOOKING TO SWAP IS ESSENTIAL
POTTY'S
PLANT BINGO
A fun twist on a classic favourite:
Plant themed bingo!
Enjoy three bingo games with nine chances to win planty prizes that will enhance your collection.
Come along for the laughs, stay for the community, and leave with new connections—and maybe even a prize or two. Whether you attend solo or bring friends, this is more than just a game of bingo; it’s a chance to be part of something joyful, social, and refreshingly different.
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TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW!
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REPOTTING STATION
City dwellers and nervous plant parents - this is for you!
Using soil provided by our sponsor Soil Ninja, bring your existing indoor plants to The Sunshine Plant Collective for help removing old soil and repotting your plant ready for the year ahead.
Bring your pest free plants from home along with a new pot and plant support if needed. We'll dispose of any waste and make sure you're left with plants to be proud of.
Get your whole family involved! Volunteers will be on hand to help the kids get their hands dirty, and achieve something they can be proud of as they watch it grow!
And yes, it's totally FREE!
Things you need to know in advance:
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The soil provided is Soil Ninja base mix. You can see the soil here.
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Limited pots and plant supports will be for sale on the day. You should bring your new pot and moss poles from home if you can.
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If we spot signs of pests on your plants, you will be asked to take the plants away.
FOR THE KIDS
Explore Hulme Community Garden Centre and enjoy FREE colouring with Waterlily Art Studio!
The Sunshine Plant Collective is free to attend. Come and soak in this tremendous city garden and encourage the kids to roam and explore.
Discover the garden polytunnel, conversation pits, lots of fun engaging corners of the centre, plus a fun children's play area to really blow off some steam.
And when it's time for a quieter moment, take a seat in the polytunnel and help yourself to colouring sheets for free with thanks to Waterlily Art Studio.
