The initiative "Entre Viveros" has established itself as one of the major events For those who enjoy gardening, landscaping, and green spaces. For several days, Tandil transforms into a meeting point between local nurseriesinstitutions, professionals and neighbors who want to learn more about plants, garden design and local production.
Throughout its various editions, this event has gone from being a one-off weekend proposal to becoming a A full week of free activities, tours, and promotions in the city's nurseries, with increasing participation from the public and the productive sector linked to urban and peri-urban green spaces.
What is "Entre Viveros" and what does this event aim to achieve?
"Entre Viveros" is a program promoted by the Municipality of Tandil, through the Secretariat of Productive Development and International Relations, which Its main objective is to promote gardening, landscaping and the work of local nurseriesIt falls within the "Kilometer Zero-Made in Tandil" Program, aimed at promoting production and consumption of products originating within the territory itself.
The proposal is designed as an open house event where residents can Visit the nurseries, learn how they work, and attend talks and workshops. and, at the same time, take advantage of discounts and special promotions on plants, supplies and products related to garden care.
In addition to the commercial and educational aspects, the initiative places great emphasis on the idea of ​​collaboration: The aim is for the city's nursery owners to get to know each other better, generate networks, and develop joint projects. and a common positioning around the quality of their products and the importance of green spaces in everyday life.
A full week dedicated to gardening and landscaping
Over the years, "Entre Viveros" has become a A true themed week dedicated to green, nature and local consumptionDuring those days, a schedule of activities unfolds, spread across the University Campus, various nurseries in Tandil, and public spaces in the city.
In recent editions, the event has developed between September 16 and 21This coincides with the days leading up to the arrival of spring in the Southern Hemisphere. This choice of dates allows us to take advantage of the time of year when many residents are inspired to renovate their gardens. set up a small vegetable garden or improve their balconies and patios.
The usual program includes a combination of technical talks, more informative meetings, practical workshops, guided tours and recreational activities. Participation is always free and open to all.However, prior registration is required in order to organize the spaces and not exceed the capacity of the places where the activities take place.
The end of the week is reserved for a more festive proposal: the Spring Picnic at Sans Souciwhich is usually accompanied by a plant fair and, in one edition, even a medieval battle reenactment as a complementary activity for the whole family.
Institutions and nurseries that promote the proposal
The heart of "Entre Viveros" is in the coordination between the municipality, the nurseries and different technical and educational institutionsThis mix of actors is what allows us to offer rigorous content, connect daily practice with academic knowledge and, at the same time, give visibility to the efforts of local producers.
Among the organizations and entities that have supported the various editions, the following stand out: INTA Tandil, the Higher Institute of Technical Training No. 75 (with its Higher Technical Degree in Landscape Architecture) and the National University of the Center, which provides teachers and spaces such as the University Campus for the development of activities.
They have also joined College of Agricultural and Forestry Engineers of the Province of Buenos Aires and the Circle of Agricultural Engineers of Tandil, whose professionals participate in the programming of talks and in the dissemination of good practices in gardening, management of native plants and design of sustainable green spaces.
The list of participating nurseries has grown year after year. They have been part of the program in different editions. Belén Nursery, El Cardal, El Cerrito, Crataegus, Verellen, Mia Plantas, Los Robles, Entreyuyos, Tandil Nursery, the Semilla Comunal Cooperative Nursery, El Rincón, Rosales Santa MarÃa, El Penacho and other local businesses. Many of them offer discounts, organize activities at their facilities, or contribute plants and materials for the talks.
Talks, workshops and featured activities
The "Entre Viveros" program combines activities for very different profiles, from those who It starts with your first flower pots and goes all the way to those who already have a well-established garden. They want to take a further step in design, composting, or the use of native species. The talks are usually divided by topic and spread over different days and nurseries.
In one of the recent editions, for example, the schedule included a talk on the University Campus about "Pampa Trail: Use of native plants in the garden", focused on how to incorporate native flora into domestic spaces, with criteria of biodiversity and adaptation to the local climate.
During the same week, proposals such as "How to propagate your own plants" in Vivero Belén; "Ideas for having a wild garden" in Entreyuyos; "How to produce native plants with social and environmental impact" at the Semilla Comunal Cooperative Nursery; sessions on gardening tasks to welcome spring in Verellen; or workshops like "The power of compost: create a sustainable garden" y "Garden design. Getting to know species that adapt to our climate" in El Cerrito.
In other editions, proposals such as historical and scenic tours through the city's squares and promenadesdesigned to enhance the value of public green heritage, to understand its design, evolution and the selection of species used at different times.
The talks are given by professionals from INTA, engineering colleges, university professors and technicians from educational institutionsThis ensures a serious yet accessible approach. Attendance is free, although, to better manage capacity, registration is usually available through online forms or links from the municipal website.
Citizen participation and results of the editions
The public response has been one of the highlights. Recent events have seen [number of] participants. several hundred attendees at the talks and workshops, with workshops that have brought together more than 200 people interested in learning about gardening, composting, landscaping or native plants.
The Secretariat of Productive Development and International Relations has emphasized on more than one occasion that participation It has exceeded initial expectations.According to reports, the nurseries received a steady stream of residents who not only took advantage of the promotions, but also took the time to ask questions, seek advice, and plan improvements to their green spaces.
Meanwhile, participating businesses have rated the event as a an opportunity to showcase their work, attract new clients, and strengthen relationships with those who already knew them.The combination of discounts, raffles, and technical talks has proven attractive to both enthusiasts and people approaching the world of plants for the first time.
The municipality itself has highlighted that "Entre Viveros" has become an example of collaboration between the public and private sectorsdemonstrating that, when efforts are coordinated, proposals can be generated that benefit the productive fabric, the training institutions and the community in general.
Local consumption, sustainability and a greener city
Beyond the specific schedule of activities, "Entre Viveros" functions as a A tool to promote the importance of local consumption and the concept of Kilometer ZeroBy focusing on local nurseries, residents are encouraged to buy plants and products produced close to home, reducing travel and opting for shorter routes; therefore, it is useful to compare with buying plants online and its advantages and limitations.
The talks and workshops also emphasize the need to care for the environment through sustainable practices: selection of species adapted to the climate, responsible use of water, composting of organic waste, use of native plants to favor local fauna and design of gardens that require fewer resources to remain healthy.
This focus on sustainability is in line with the vision of a A greener city, with better-designed public and private spaces.that provide shade and reduce urban heat, favor local wildlife and contribute to the well-being of those who enjoy them.
Following that logic, "Entre Viveros" functions almost like a live laboratory where things are shared experiences, mistakes and successes It's a space where scientific knowledge, the daily practices of nurseries, and the concerns of those who care for their gardens or balconies intersect, bringing together enthusiasts, professionals, and technicians.
How to participate and what visitors can find
Those who wish to join future editions of "Entre Viveros" usually have access to Updated information is available through the municipal website, the municipality's social media channels, and the nurseries themselves.There you will find the schedules of talks, the list of participating businesses, and links to the registration forms.
During the days of the event, residents can Visit participating nurseries to take advantage of discounts, participate in talks, and enter raffles. and discover new species or ideas for their green spaces. Interactive maps with the exact location of each nursery are sometimes shared to facilitate tours around the city.
In addition, the staff of the Secretariat of Productive Development and International Relations offers Contact channels for nurseries interested in joining to the initiative, either in person at their offices, by phone, or by email. This keeps open the possibility of incorporating new ventures and continuing to expand the network of participants.
For the general public, the proposal combines technical knowledge, sightseeing, shopping, and outdoor activities, making it a An attractive option for both people who already have experience with plants and those who want to get started. and they don't quite know where to start. Those who want to begin There you will find practical guidance and basic advice.
Over the years, "Entre Viveros" has gone from being an experimental initiative to becoming a A key event in Tandil focused on gardening, landscaping, and local productionThe support of nurseries, technical and educational institutions, along with the growing interest of the residents, has allowed us to consolidate a week in which we talk about plants, share knowledge, promote local consumption and reinforce the idea of ​​a greener, more sustainable city connected with those who produce and inhabit it.