April 8, 2026

Nominations for the City of Garden Grove’s home beautification program, Garden Grove Gems, that recognizes residents for their home’s outstanding front yards, take place now through Friday, April 24. From all the nominations received, four will be selected at random to receive $100 Home Depot gift cards. Gift card winners will be announced the week of Monday, April 27. To nominate your home, complete an online application and photo submission at www.ggcity.org/gems.

To self-nominate your home, applicants must: reside in or own the nominated home; include their complete address in the online application form for verification purposes; and submit one photo of their home in a JPG, PNG, or PDF format. Photo must be taken after January 1, 2026, and cannot be digitally enhanced or altered.

Nominated homes will be categorized by each of the City’s six districts and featured on the Garden Grove Gems webpage at www.ggcity.org/gems during the online voting period of Monday, May 4 through Monday, May 18.

The home that receives the highest number of votes, along with a runner up, will be determined for each district. Distinguished homes will be announced during the week of Tuesday, May 26 through the City’s website, social media platforms, and local media. Honorees will receive citywide recognition with homeowners invited to an awards reception hosted by the Garden Grove City Council.

For more information, program guidelines, and online application, visit ggcity.org/gems or call (714) 741-5200.