Green Yards Program

Take a step towards greening your yard this spring and supporting pollinators by purchasing a wildflower kit, rain barrel or backyard composter. Residents and non residents can purchase a native wildflower kit, rain barrel and/or backyard composters at an affordable cost.

 

Wild Flower Kit purchases have now closed for Spring 2023. Please check back Spring 2024 for more information.

Rain Barrels are currently out of stock for the remainder of 2023. Please check back Spring 2024 for more information. 
 

Wildflower Kits

Wildflower kits include 10 native wildflowers, 1 pack of native wildflower seeds and gardening resources to help you get started. Limited quantities available. Species include Wild Bergamot, Cylindric Blazing Star, Lance Leaved Coreopsis, Common Milkweed , Black Eyed Susan, Native Grass and Pale Purple Coneflower.

*Species may vary.

Wildflower Kit Fee 2023:

Non Resident: $41 + HST

Resident: $38 + HST

Registration:To purchase a wildflower kit please visit https://www.king.ca/recreation  Code: 17345

Rain Barrel & Backyard Composter

Prices:

Rain Barrel: $79.10 Each (Including Tax)

Backyard Composter: $57.63 (Including Tax)* Price offered through Green Yards Program

To purchase a rain barrel or composter please visit https://www.king.ca/onlineservices. 

Backyard Composter

picture of composter available for purchase through King Township

Dimensions

Capacity: 11 cubic feet/311 litres

Size:  20.25 inch (51.43cm) diameter lid opening 33” high x 31” wide   (83.8cm x 78,7cm)

Features: BPA Free, made from 100% recycled materials, twist locking lid, vertical and horizontal columnar ventilation, rodent resistant

 

Rain Barrel

picture of rain barrel available for purchase through King Township

Dimensions

Capacity: 208 litres (55 gallons) 16 lbs

Size: 24" wide x 34" tall

Features: Easy multi-barrel installations, insect resistant stainless steel screen, made from recycled content, BPA free, higher spigot accommodates most watering cans