River District Farm Community Garden Plots
Frequently Asked Questions on Individual Gardening Plots
Q: What size are the community plots?
A: Full plot is 4’ x 40’, Half plot is 4’ x 20’.
Q: What can be grown?
A: Annual Vegetables, plants and Flowers. (We will have a designated area for corn and tall sunflowers since they can block other crops). Perennial plants, herbs and berries are not permitted. We have designated areas for perennials.
Q: What is the cost?
A: Full plot is $40 for the season (half plot is $25) + 2 hours of volunteer time per month (either on the farm or adopting a farm task. For volunteer hours, gardeners can assist with the vegetable garden, flower garden, greenhouse, farm store, education events or marketing.
Q: What is provided?
A: Automatic drip irrigation; great soil (plots have fertilizer and compost added each year); sprinkler maintenance; hand tools in the shed; and a community that will help with gardening advice.
Q: What is required of me?
A: Planting your garden space no later than June 1; Placement of a sign that identifies your plot by name; Keeping your plot tidy – weeding, harvesting, and trellising, as needed during the year; cleaning up your plot no later than October 15th.
Q: Can I use stakes or a trellis in my garden?
A: Yes, as long as it doesn’t interfere with the other plots.
Q: Do I have to do my own watering?
A: No, all the plots are equipped with automatic irrigation and will be watered regularly. We have installed hose bibs and hoses in many areas which can be used to water your plot. Each drip line has a valve that can be closed at your discretion.
Q: What is the deadline for requesting a plot(aka: community garden)?
A: February 1st, 2026
Q: When will I hear back about whether there is a space available for me?
A: By mid-February.
Q: When will the space be available?
A: By April 1, 2026
Q: Have you had any trouble with people or animals bothering the community gardens?
A: Be sure to provide signage to identify your individual plot so it does not get confused with community or farm plots that might be available for harvesting. We do have wild rabbits (and mice) that will eat some things. Covering those crops with a frost cloth is helpful.
Want to reserve a plot for 2026?
Please read the Community Garden Policies below and submit the form indicating your interest.
River District Community Garden Policies
Please provide the requested contact information below, read through the policies, click that you have read and understand them, and submit form to be considered for a community garden plot.