Our Commitment to Sustainability
🌲 Our Clean Air Commitment
Approved Good Wood Merchant by Environment Canterbury
We're proud to be an Environment Canterbury Certified Good Wood Merchant – a certification that demonstrates our commitment to clean air and responsible firewood supply.
What this means for you:
- Firewood is properly kiln-dried to meet strict air quality standards
- Cleaner burning wood means less smoke and pollution in our community
- Third-party certification you can trust
- WINZ quotes available to support community access to clean heating
By choosing certified Good Wood, you're helping reduce air pollution in Canterbury while keeping your home warm. SHOP FIREWOOD
Gardening Responsibly in Canterbury
At Gardenmakers, we're committed to providing quality landscape supplies while protecting our environment for future generations.
🌱 Sustainable Product Range
We carefully select products that are better for your garden and the environment:
Organic & Natural Products
- Supagro Organic Compost – Natural soil conditioner that builds healthy soil
- Blood & Bone Fertiliser – Natural slow-release nutrients for sustainable plant growth
- Pea Straw Mulch – Organic, biodegradable weed control that retains moisture
- 100% Natural Charcoal – Sustainably sourced from Commodities NZ
Water Conservation
Our mulches and soil conditioners help your garden retain moisture, reducing water usage – essential for Canterbury's climate.
♻️ Circular Economy in Action
Green Waste Recycling Program
We operate a comprehensive green waste disposal and recycling service with an on-site weighbridge:
- Collect and process organic garden waste
- Transform waste into valuable compost
- Close the loop – from waste to wonder
- Keep organic materials out of landfills
This circular approach means your garden waste becomes someone else's soil enrichment. Drop your Green Waste at our yard at 4 Parkhouse Rd, Christchurch, and grab what you need for the garden at the same time!
🎯 Our Ongoing Commitment
Sustainability is a journey, not a destination. We're continuously working to:
- Expand our range of organic and sustainably sourced products
- Reduce packaging waste where possible
- Source locally to minimise transport emissions
- Support community gardening and conservation projects
- Educate customers on sustainable gardening practices
Nurture Your Garden, Protect Our Environment
Every choice you make in your garden matters. By choosing sustainably sourced, organic products and certified Good Wood, you're contributing to a healthier Canterbury.