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
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Here are the Community Garden policies for those who reserve a plot at the River District Farm. Please read through the policies.
A. Only one plot per family. You agree to plant the garden plot by June 1, otherwise the plot will be forfeited. Plots will then be open to others, including those who have a current plot and request an additional plot(s).
B. You agree to maintain the designated plot and to keep plants within the assigned/designated area. If at any time the plot is not maintained, a representative from the farm will attempt to contact you using the information you provided. If the issue has not been remedied within 1 week of notification (unless other agreements have been made), the farm reserves the right to take possession of the garden plot.
C. You agree to commit 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.
D. We encourage an organic gardening program. If fungicide or insecticide are required, please ensure they are organic and that you are following the directions on the label. We also want to ensure we are protecting our bees in the orchard by following those guidelines.
E. All garden tools provided by River District Farm must remain at the farm and should be returned to the tool shed when no longer in use. You are welcome to bring your own tools as well.
F. Any garbage or other debris should be removed immediately. Plant debris can go in the compost pile but any garbage should be taken home to be disposed of.
G. Garden plots will expire at the end of the season and may be renewed on a first come, first serve basis per season, though previous plot owners will be given priority. Once the season is complete (about mid-October), the plot must be cleaned out and left in the original condition. Renewal option is not guaranteed if plot is not left in the original condition received.