You can pick up free tulip bulbs in Welland this Friday.
The city is holding its annual tulip giveaway at the Quaker Road sports complex.
Residents can drive through the parking lot at at 90 Quaker Road and pick up a bag of tulip bulbs between 7:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m.
Dave Steven, acting manager of parks and open spaces says, "The giveaway is a great way to connect with local residents on the importance of greenery while brightening up our local neighbourhoods with colourful tulips," He adds, "The popularity of this event increases year-over-year, and we expect another good turnout."
The bulbs are cleared from city gardens each year.
In previous years some 12,000 bulbs have been handed out.
There is limit of one bag per vehicle and there is no guarantee of the variety or colour.