Garden Profile
Allendale Community Garden
- Located at: Allendale Community League Hall - 6330 105A Street
- Plot size(s): 4' x 10'
- Total garden area: 1470 square feet
- Gardening style: Raised biointensive
- Number of participants: 17
History
- Began in the 2008 growing season
Goals
- Bring people together in a healthy and productive way within the community
- Beautify the community property
- Provide a low-cost way for people to participate in local food production
Successes
We have managed to keep all of our plots active for the last two years, and grew by two plots this year.
Challenges, Needs & Barriers
We have a tough time getting people to volunteer with regular cleanup and maintenance of the grounds and the filling of the rain barrels. We need greater participation in basic maintenance of the grounds.
Future Aim
We hope to keep growing and keep gardeners committed to the community garden movement.