Our mission is to provide a welcoming, organic green space that fosters community by providing experiential learning opportunities within a year-round growing environment.
Established in 2010, Concordia’s downtown greenspace
Marigold Seeds to Seedlings
Starting marigolds from seed So you got some marigold seed from one of our tabling events, and now you need to know what to do with them. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Sow the seeds roughly 4–6 weeks before the last frost date in your area. (That’s the average date in spring when freezing…
Get Involved
Volunteering – Assist with tasks such as caring for a variety plants, and ensuring the greenhouse remains a thriving space for everyone. Our focus is on education and biodiversity in local ecosystems. It’s a perfect opportunity for those passionate about plants.
Internships – an opportunity to go beyond plant care, in areas such as urban planning, sustainability, communications, or the arts. Interns can gain valuable experience in fostering engagement, promoting diversity, & contributing our educational mission.
Working Groups – Do you have a special project to tackle specific ideas or issues that align with the Greenhouse Projects goals? (Currently paused until Winter Semester 2026)
Latest Blog Posts
- Marigold Seeds to SeedlingsStarting marigolds from seed So you got some marigold seed from one of our tabling events, and now you need to know what to do with them. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Sow the seeds roughly 4–6 weeks beforeContinue reading “Marigold Seeds to Seedlings”
- A Reflection on How Community Building Is Integral to Environmental Action: ABCompostABCompost started as a group of students hoping to bring more hands-on composting to the campus…
- My Time Observing Monarchs – Guest PostThroughout my internship, I’ve learned a lot about gardening and how to care for the ecosystems that thrive from it. Around the garden, pollinators like bumblebees, wasps, humming bird moths, and particularly, monarch butterflies have popped up to say hello.Continue reading “My Time Observing Monarchs – Guest Post”