Hilvarenbeek residents invited to transform gardens with free plants and compost on Green Together Day
On March 28, Hilvarenbeek will host Green Together Day, offering free plants, compost, and wood chips to residents who remove garden tiles. This initiative aims to boost greenery, reduce waterlogging, and support biodiversity—while engaging the community in climate-resilient living.
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, March 28, 2026 |
| Time | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Location | Municipal yard, Bukkumweg 28, Hilvarenbeek |
| Freebies | Plants, compost, wood chips (for tile removal), fruit trees for grade 7 |
| Additional Compost Day | Wednesday, April 1, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM |
| Organizers | Municipality of Hilvarenbeek & B-team (Biodiversity Team of VNMH) |
The municipality of Hilvarenbeek promotes sustainable living by organizing community-driven green initiatives. Its role includes facilitating waste recycling, supporting biodiversity, and encouraging residents to adopt climate-adaptive practices in their gardens.
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Green Together Day on March 28: Remove Tiles—Plant Flowers, Free Compost and Wood Chips
On Saturday, March 28, 2026, the municipality of Hilvarenbeek will host the Green Together Day. This event combines several green initiatives: the National Compost Day, the Remove Tiles—Plant Flowers campaign, free collection of wood chips, and the distribution of fruit trees to students in grade 7.
Residents can bring a tile from their own garden and receive a free plant, compost, and wood chips in return. This makes it easier for the municipality to help residents transform their gardens into greener, more climate-resilient spaces in one go. The Green Together Day is organized in collaboration with the B-team (Biodiversity Team of the Nature and Environment Association Hilvarenbeek – VNMH).
Fewer Tiles, More Comfortable Living
Replacing tiles with greenery makes an immediate difference. Plants provide cooling on hot days and allow rainwater to seep into the soil more effectively. This reduces waterlogging during heavy rainfall and eases the burden on the sewage system. With additional greenery, bees and butterflies also gain more food and living space.
From Organic Waste to Compost: A Local Cycle
As part of National Compost Day, free compost will be distributed during the Green Together Day. This compost is made from vegetable, fruit, and garden waste collected in the municipality. By properly separating waste, a valuable raw material for gardens and allotments is created. Compost improves soil structure and helps retain water. This keeps the cycle local. You can also collect compost on Wednesday, April 1, between 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM.
Free Wood Chips from Pruning Waste
The wood chips are also locally produced from pruning waste from the municipal green management. In the garden, wood chips work well as mulch: they reduce evaporation, suppress weeds, and provide a neat finish for borders and paths. They can also serve as an alternative to tiles in garden paths.
A Fruit Tree for Grade 7
Students in grade 7 at primary schools in the municipality of Hilvarenbeek will receive a fruit tree during the Green Together Day. They will also receive an explanation about the importance of greenery and biodiversity, as well as tree care. This way, they contribute to a greener living environment from a young age.
Get Involved
Join us on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the municipal yard on Bukkumweg 28 in Hilvarenbeek for the Green Together Day. Supplies are limited—first come, first served.