In addition to our community service and education projects, we also offer garden plot spaces where members of the community can grow their own vegetables, herbs, and flowers.   Many residents in our area live in apartments or condominiums and don’t have access to outdoor gardening space.  Others may have a yard, but may be lacking in sufficient sunlight to grow certain types of plants, especially edibles.  Our garden plots are built from sustainable non-toxic cedar lumber and are filled with a topsoil and compost mixture.  We ask that all gardeners adhere to organic gardening methods.

Location

Forest Park Community Garden is located at the North West corner of Harlem Ave and I-290.  Enter the garden from the alley.

Parking

There is no parking allowed in the alley.  Respecting this no parking law is a condition of participation for all plot renters.  We encourage you to ride your bike to the park (it’s great exercise and great for the environment!) or secure appropriate parking nearby, and walk to the garden.

Cost

In order to help us cover maintenance expenses at the garden, we require a plot fee of $30.00 per growing season  (March 1-October 31) per plot (plots measure 4 feet by 8 feet).  If you would like to plant perennials or garden through the winter, the fee is $35.  Plot fees may be waived in the case of hardship.  All beds are filled with a mixture of top soil and compost.

Gardening Methods

The use of synthetic pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers and soil amendments is prohibited.  If you are having trouble with a particular problem and need ideas on an organic solution, call or email us for help.  We have many experienced organic gardeners who will be glad to provide a natural remedy for any problem you encounter.

How to Rent a Plot

If you are interested in renting a plot please email us at fpcommunitygarden@gmail.com or call us at 708-366-3678.

How to Volunteer

If you are interested in volunteering, please email us at fpcommunitygarden@gmail.com or call us at 708-366-3678.  We are currently looking for gardening help as well as help with fundraising.

Need More Information?

Email your questions to fpcommunitygarden@gmail.com.