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Teamwork Helps the Secret Garden Bloom

 

by: HB PIO
Published: March 10, 2026

 

 

HUNTINGTON BEACH...The Secret Garden continues to thrive thanks to the dedicated volunteers who care for it day in and day out. Their ongoing commitment to beautifying and maintaining this special space is what keeps it welcoming and vibrant for park visitors.

Recently, those efforts were supported through a collaborative project with the City’s Public Works park maintenance team and the City’s landscape contractor, Evolution. In preparation for new plantings, Evolution completed a thorough cleaning and weeding of the flower beds and entryway, followed by the installation of fresh mulch provided by Public Works. The improvements created a refreshed foundation for the volunteers’ continued work in the garden.

Long-time volunteer Steve Engel expressed appreciation for the teamwork that made the project possible, recognizing the care and coordination involved. With the beds renewed and ready for planting, the Secret Garden volunteers can continue doing what they do best —nurturing and enhancing this treasured space for the community.

Thank you to Steve, Shari, Juana, Rich, and all the Secret Garden volunteers who generously give their time and energy to care for this beautiful corner of our parks system. Your dedication truly makes a difference. Photo:HBPIO