VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE

YARD TRANSFORMATION

Voting ends July 6th

In partnership with Gardner Toolhouse, we’re giving away thousands of dollars in prizes for the best yard transformations. Prizes will include cash, gift cards, and tools for the trade. We are excited to share all the hard work that went into the last few months!! There are some amazing results on display. Review all the entries, then vote for your three favorite transformations. Praise the hard work in the comments section of each entry.

Thank you to all who participated in the contest! You’ve made such a huge difference in our community’s reputation for excellence. Despite all the challenges and busy lives, you worked hard to make your yards shine.

Judging Criteria

Use these metrics as you explore the yard transformations:

  • Journey to excellence; their story

  • Before and after - huge transformations get bonus points

  • Inspirational value - does their journey make you want to improve your own yard?

  • Aesthetic appeal

  • Visual impact

  • Creativity

Winners will be announced on July 7th. First, second, and third-place winners will receive prizes that make all the effort worth it!

Prizes

First Place Winner

$500 Cash PLUS $500 gift card to Gardner Toolhouse

Second Place Winner

Walk behind lawnmower (Dewalt or Ryobi or Toro)

Third Place Winner

Blower and Weed-eater Combo

Contest Rules

Open to All

Our Yard Transformation Challenge is designed to include everyone in our community. Whether you're a teenager looking to surprise your mom with a garden makeover, a mom rallying her kids for a family project, or a dad finding the motivation to revitalize your outdoor space—this contest is for you. Here are the guidelines to ensure everyone has a fair shot:

  1. Community Wide: Open exclusively to residents of our community. Whether you have a small patch of grass or a sprawling lawn, if you're within our community boundaries, you're in.

  2. Age No Bar: Participants of all ages are welcome. If you're under 18, just make sure you have the consent of a parent or guardian to enter.

  3. Team Effort: Entries can be individual or team efforts. Gather your family, friends, or go solo—what matters is the transformation.

  4. Document Your Journey: Before and after photos are a must. They're your ticket in and our way of seeing the amazing work you've done.

  5. Current Projects Only: Projects starting on day of entry and concluding on the submission deadline. No entries will be allowed for past projects.

  6. Entries per household: Two entries or projects per household are allowed. This allows a separate entry for front yard and backyard projects.

  7. Safety First: While creativity and effort are key, all transformations must be completed safely and in compliance with local regulations. Let’s keep it fun and injury-free.

  8. Judging Criteria: Entries will be judged on creativity, effort, overall transformation, and the story behind your project. We want to see and hear what motivated you, the challenges you faced, and how you overcame them.

  9. Submission Deadline: Make sure to submit your entry by June 30th. Late submissions can't be considered, so mark your calendars!

By entering this contest, you're not just giving your yard a facelift; you're joining a community-wide movement towards beautification and togetherness. So, let’s get those gardening gloves on and make some magic happen in our yards. Here’s to bringing out the best in our community, one yard at a time!