Garden By the Roof - Boon Lay Zone 4

Nestled atop the Blk 673 Jurong West St 65 Multi-Storey Carpark (MSCP), ‘Gardens by the Roof’ is the first MSCP roof deck in Boon Lay constituency to be transformed from a concrete rooftop into an allotment garden under HDB’s Green Town Programme.

Nestled atop the Blk 673 Jurong West St 65 Multi-Storey Carpark (MSCP), ‘Gardens by the Roof’ is the first MSCP roof deck in Boon Lay constituency to be transformed from a concrete rooftop into an allotment garden (AG) under HDB’s Green Town Programme (GTP). Using the Prefabricated Extensive Greenery (PEG) roof tray system, which is a lightweight and modular greening solution developed by HDB, the concretised roof deck was converted into a lush allotment garden facilitated by NParks’ Community in Bloom.

This verdant oasis boasts a total of 89 plots with varying planter heights. Where required, the height of the PEG trays were increased with extension panels to enable edibles to be grown. 76 of the plots which were allocated to residents, while 8 plots were allocated to My First Skool and Boon Lay Secondary School collectively. Inclusivity is key, and 5 wheelchair-friendly planters are available for all to enjoy. The Resident Network (RN) in charge of the garden showcases a variety of plants that can be grown to visitors.

But the "Gardens by the Roof" is more thanjust a garden - it's a community hub. Residents have initiated various projects, including a DIY composting corner, Mural Art Wall, Orchid Display Corner, Succulent Garden, and even a Tamiya Car Track for some good old-fashioned fun.

More than just a garden, ‘Gardens by the Roof’ is a community hub where allotment gardeners introduce innovative sustainable solutions to their plots and bond with their neighbours through the process of gardening.

The allotment gardeners have shared their positive experiences of getting to know their neighbours and fellow residents better through the activation of this garden space at the MSCP rooftop. They look forward to growing many varieties of plants together and participating in social bonding activities. The "Gardens by the Roof" is a testament to the power of community-driven initiatives and the importance of green spaces in urban areas. So come on up and bask in the beauty of the "Gardens by the Roof"!