Grower's Dozen Community Garden
We believe that through gardening we can connect neighbours and build a thriving community. The youths in our community will benefit from the opportunity to learn a new set of skills, as well as connect with positive role models from the area.
In February 2016, we gathered together a group of likeminded community members that were interested in starting a community garden and we did start one!
Registration for the 2024 growing season is now closed.
Registration for the 2025 season will open in April 2025.
Our community garden is a shared space where individuals from the local community can come together to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, and flowers. Our garden is located in a beautiful and peaceful area that is easily accessible to everyone in the community.
The benefits of our community garden are numerous. First and foremost, it provides a space for people to come together and connect with one another. Whether you are an experienced gardener or just starting out, you will find support and encouragement from fellow gardeners. Gardening is also a great way to relieve stress and improve mental health.
In addition to being a place to grow your own food, our community garden also promotes sustainability and healthy living. By growing your own food, you can reduce your carbon footprint and eat fresh, organic produce that is free from harmful chemicals.
Our community garden is also a great place for families to spend time together. We have a children's garden area where kids can learn about gardening and nature in a fun and interactive way. We also offer educational programs and workshops for adults and children throughout the year.
When gardeners garden, it is not just plants that grow, but the gardeners themselves.
- Ken Druse
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Pilot Year (2016)
In our first year, we partnered with a local youth group and built a small garden consisting of four raised garden beds and one squash patch on the community league land. We also took the initiative to beautify the league grounds.
Our efforts have been recognised over the years. We are proud that Parkdale Cromdale Community League placed second in the Public Spaces category for the 2022 Front Yards in Bloom season.
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2018
The milestones we achieved in 2018 included building four composters with recycled pellets and completely renovating the front garden by the community league hall. All 24 raised garden beds were utilized for communal gardens and personal rentals.
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Harvest Dinner
Who doesn't like ending the growing season with a party!? Close to the end of every gardening season, we harvest the produce that we grow and host a free dinner for the whole community. On September 15, 2018, we had a record high turnout of 130 neighbours at the dinner! We promise we will only serve the freshest!
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