Deux-Montagnes, May 4th, 2020 – In this exceptional time of pandemic, the City of Deux-Montagnes announces that it will hold its 15th edition of the event by exceptionally offering home delivery for the first 1,800 registered residents, which represents a similar quantity compared to previous editions.

The event, always eagerly awaited and appreciated by the Deux-Montagnes residents, was to be held on Saturday, May 23rd. In the current context of COVID-19, where all gatherings are prohibited, the City adapts to the exceptional situation, much to the delight of horticulture enthusiasts!

The first 1,800 Deux-Montagnes residents who register online will receive FREE and SECURELY three plants of their choice  from a selection of annual flowers, perennials or herbs to start their gardening project. This initiative is part of the City’s beautification program and is organized to encourage residents to take care of their flower beds and gardens on their properties.

“For many citizens, the period of confinement and physical distancing is difficult. We believe that this plant delivery, which is initiative by the City, will bring cheer and colour to our community, in the same way that receiving a bouquet of flowers brings joy ,”  said Deux-Montagnes Mayor Denis Martin.

How to participate?

Citizens of Deux-Montagnes who wish to receive their three free plants must simply fill out a registration form  on the City’s Web site,  no later than May 10. Please note that only one registration per address is accepted. Citizens who do not have access to a computer to register can do so by phone at 450 473-2796, ext. 1125.

More information on the varieties offered and on how to participate can be found on the event Web page.

Secure delivery

The plant delivery will be done without contact and without appointment by the Public Works Department, who will deposit the plants outside the property. The handling of the pots/boxes will be done with vigilance, in compliance with the sanitary instructions regarding COVID-19.

Delivery will start on May 19  and may take a few days. It will not be possible to guarantee citizens when they will receive their flowers order.

This special edition of Horticultural Day benefits greatly from the participation of the Caisse Desjardins Saint-Eustache-Deux-Montagnes  which, for the 11th consecutive year, is the main financial partner. “The Caisse Desjardins de Saint-Eustache–Deux-Montagnes is pleased to be able to partner with the City of Deux-Montagnes to offer citizens a Horticultural Day reinvented given the current situation. As a cooperative, the Caisse’s mission is to contribute to the well-being of people and their community,” said Roland Tourangeau, representative of the Caisse Desjardins Saint-Eustache-Deux-Montagnes.