This year, Redbridge in Bloom is more than a celebration of colour – it’s a call to action for our environment. As the borough marks its 60th anniversary, the theme ‘60 Years of Redbridge: Growing Together for Nature’ highlights the powerful role gardening can play in restoring biodiversity, strengthening communities, and supporting our shared future.

The competition, rooted in civic pride and community spirit, aligns with the Redbridge Restore Nature Pledge, encouraging residents to think beyond beauty and dig into sustainability. Whether it’s a window box, community plot, or school garden, the emphasis this year is on planet-friendly gardening – an approach that nurtures both people and the planet.

Led by Vision, Redbridge in Bloom is not just about planting – it’s about learning. Through free volunteering sessions and workshops, residents are discovering practical ways to reduce their environmental footprint. From ditching peat-based compost and conserving water, to growing for pollinators and cutting down flood-prone hard surfaces, participants are gaining the skills and knowledge to garden with impact.

But it’s also about wellbeing. Community gardening is proven to reduce loneliness, improve mental health, and increase physical activity. In a time of climate anxiety, Redbridge in Bloom offers a hopeful, hands-on way to make a difference – together.

As we celebrate 60 years of Redbridge, this year’s competition reminds us: the most vibrant gardens are the ones that grow connections, resilience, and respect for nature.

Let’s get Seriously Social about the Environment – one garden, one neighbour, one action at a time.

To find out more or to enter visit our dedicated Redbridge in Bloom webpage.