Adopt-A-Planter Program - Weyburn, Saskatchewan

How It Works

Sign up: Community members, organizations or businesses can adopt a downtown planter. A sign will be placed recognizing each sponsor.
Funding: Participants receive a $100 pre-paid credit card from the City to help purchase flowers. The card is intended as initial “seed funding”, and participants are encouraged to supplement by planting additional flowers on their own.
- Pre-paid cards can be picked up at City Hall (157 3rd St. NE).
Planting and maintenance: Participants are responsible for the planting and maintaining their planter throughout the summer. The City will water as needed.
When to plant: The City recommends waiting until the May long weekend to plant flowers, depending on weather and planter preparation.
Contact: For more information, contact Public Works at (306) 848-3290.

Help us keep downtown Weyburn vibrant and welcoming — Adopt-A-Planter today!

Plant Suggestions

Our climate can be hot, dry and windy. We recommend hardy, sun-loving flower varieties such as:

Petunias
Marigolds
Dusty Miller

Please avoid delicate varieties such as pansies or shade-preferring plants. Not sure what to choose? Ask your local greenhouse or garden centre for advice.

History of Adopt-A-Planter Program

In the early 1980’s, Weyburn’s downtown core underwent major renovations to improve and rejuvenate the area. New sidewalks and permanent concrete planters were installed, lined with trees and shrubs that brought fresh life to the area.

Overtime, the coniferous shrubs in the planters began to decline due to overcrowding, road salt exposure, and frequent trimming needed for visibility and safety. Recognizing the need for a refresh, City Council asked the Parks Department to develop a solution.

In the fall of 2005, the shrubs were removed, and annual flowers were introduced the following year. To boost community involvement, the Communities in Bloom Committee proposed an Adopt-A-Planter program. In 2016, Council officially backed the initiative.