VOLUNTEERING AT THE GREENHOUSE
Volunteers help out at the Underwood Greenhouses
WHO CAN VOLUNTEER
Underwood Greenhouses has sparked an interest in plant culture for many high school student volunteers. Over the years, the greenhouses have had Girl Scout Troops, Boy Scouts, High School Students, Middle School Students and even Senior Citizens volunteer with the planting. Volunteering at the greenhouses has given students an appreciation of what is involved with growing plants. If you have an interest in plants and have a few moments to spare, please consider volunteering during the months of April and May.
WHEN TO VOLUNTEER
Planting at the Underwood Greenhouses takes place at the very end of March through early May, with the bulk
of the planting being done the first two weeks of April. If you wish to volunteer at this time, please contact us at: [email protected]. We do not need volunteers at any other time of the year.
WHY DO WE USE VOLUNTEERS
Lord & Burnham greenhouses are an important part of American history. Many of these greenhouses have been demolished over the years due to the intense maintenance they require. Sadly, very few of these
beautiful structures remain in the United States. Very few are open to the public. Recognizing
the value of these greenhouses and wishing to keep them operating for generations to come, the owners
put all profit from the sale of plants directly into upkeep and renovation of these historic 110 year old+
buildings. Hosting volunteers at the greenhouse not only keeps costs low, but also gives the
community a chance to learn more about plant culture in an historic greenhouse setting.
Underwood Greenhouses donates to the High School Victory Gardens, as well as plants to our
town Garden Club to use in a fundraiser for community plantings.
Underwood Greenhouses has sparked an interest in plant culture for many high school student volunteers. Over the years, the greenhouses have had Girl Scout Troops, Boy Scouts, High School Students, Middle School Students and even Senior Citizens volunteer with the planting. Volunteering at the greenhouses has given students an appreciation of what is involved with growing plants. If you have an interest in plants and have a few moments to spare, please consider volunteering during the months of April and May.
WHEN TO VOLUNTEER
Planting at the Underwood Greenhouses takes place at the very end of March through early May, with the bulk
of the planting being done the first two weeks of April. If you wish to volunteer at this time, please contact us at: [email protected]. We do not need volunteers at any other time of the year.
WHY DO WE USE VOLUNTEERS
Lord & Burnham greenhouses are an important part of American history. Many of these greenhouses have been demolished over the years due to the intense maintenance they require. Sadly, very few of these
beautiful structures remain in the United States. Very few are open to the public. Recognizing
the value of these greenhouses and wishing to keep them operating for generations to come, the owners
put all profit from the sale of plants directly into upkeep and renovation of these historic 110 year old+
buildings. Hosting volunteers at the greenhouse not only keeps costs low, but also gives the
community a chance to learn more about plant culture in an historic greenhouse setting.
Underwood Greenhouses donates to the High School Victory Gardens, as well as plants to our
town Garden Club to use in a fundraiser for community plantings.