Spring is almost here and local community gardens are looking for gardeners.
No experience? No problem. Each garden has the resources to help you get started and have a successful season. If you enjoy being outdoors, planting, and reaping the rewards, then community gardening might be for you. Of course, experienced gardeners are also welcome. We look forward to your expertise and sharing knowledge.
There are three gardens in our area with open beds for the 2019 season. They are: River and Roots Community Garden in downtown Riverhead, The Community Garden at Hallockville Museum Farm and the Flanders Community Garden.
River and Roots Community Garden is in its eighth season. Located along the Peconic River and Grangabel Park, the garden has 4 X 10 foot beds that rent for $25 per season. There are also communal herb beds and berry plants. All beds are equipped with irrigation. Garden applications and more information can be obtained by emailing riverandrootscg@gmail.com or call Amy at 631-384-6764.
The Community Garden at Hallockville Museum Farm has 200 and 400 square foot plots available for the 2019 growing season. The Garden is entirely enclosed with deer fencing and water is supplied to all plots. Small plots are available for $50 and large plots for $85. A complimentary membership to the museum farm is included. Garden applications are available by contacting the Hallockville office at 631-298-5292 or email at herb@hallockville.com
The Flanders Community Garden at the David W. Crohan Community Center located at 655 Flanders Road is looking for gardeners for its 2019 growing season. The garden has been maintained by area residents, community groups and the Town of Southampton Senior and Youth Services and this year there are a few beds available. There is no fee to be a part of this garden, all volunteers will need to do is purchase what they would like to grow and maintain their beds on a weekly basis. The garden members will have their kick off meeting in late April/early May, date to be determined, and if you are interested in participating please contact Jamie Bowden at jbowden@southamptontownny.gov or call 631-287-5745. Inquiries can also be mailed to: Town of Southampton, 116 Hampton Road, Southampton NY 11968.
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