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Community Gardens

Community gardens provide a way for everyone to enjoy the fruits of the harvest, even when space limitations prevent container gardens or small-space gardening at home.

Community gardens also bring the community back together, a value nearly forgotten in today's society. Participating in community gardens not only allows you to plant and harvest your crops, it gives you the opportunity to give back to the community and reconnect with neighbors and other community members.

This section provides information on various established community gardens, as well as information on the benefits and how-tos of community gardening, local success stories and more ways to get involved.

Is there a local community garden in your area that deserves recognition? Feel free to contact me anytime with questions or comments.

Leading Contributors

Susan Morris

Latest articles in Community Gardens

Making a Business Case for a Community Garden

Underutilized land can be transformed into a community garden with resources and political will. Evidence of health benefits are important in making a case.

Sep 20, 2011 – Susan Morris

A Community Garden: Local Food, Close to Your Backyard

The article discusses the objectives and impact of community gardens - on our health, and the health of our communities.

Apr 12, 2011 – Brandy Duchesne-Martin

A Community Garden on Martha's Vineyard

Native Earth Teaching Farm, located on the island of Martha's Vineyard, is dedicated to teaching children and the community about raising local food.

Feb 19, 2011 – Katrina Nevin

Plant a Garden and Grow a Solution to Community Problems

Sharing the pleasures and products of a vegetable garden can help bring answers to social responsibilities and affect a local community in many ways.

Jan 30, 2011 – Barbara Bell

Community Garden Types

Community gardens receive funding from a variety of sources and enrich the communities they are located in.