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Metro Gardens Community Club - Garden Guide

Welcome to our comprehensive garden documentation! Here you'll find everything you need to know about our community garden, from plot management to harvest guidelines.

📋 Getting Started​

Plot Rental Information​

  • Plot sizes: Small (4x8 ft) $50/season, Large (8x12 ft) $80/season
  • Season: April 1st - November 30th
  • Deposit: $25 refundable security deposit required
  • What's included: Water access, basic tools, compost, mulch

Garden Rules & Etiquette​

  • Organic practices only - no chemical pesticides or fertilizers
  • Keep plots weeded and maintained
  • Harvest regularly to prevent over-ripening
  • Share surplus produce at the community table
  • Participate in 2 community work days per season

🌱 Our Garden Areas​

The Heritage Vegetable Garden​

Our main growing area featuring traditional vegetable varieties and heirloom seeds. Perfect for:

  • Tomatoes, peppers, and eggplant
  • Root vegetables like carrots, beets, and radishes
  • Leafy greens and brassicas
  • Beans, peas, and other legumes

The Herb Spiral​

A beautiful permaculture design featuring culinary and medicinal herbs arranged by water and sun requirements:

  • Top/Dry area: Rosemary, thyme, oregano, sage
  • Middle slope: Lavender, mint, basil, cilantro
  • Bottom/Moist area: Parsley, chives, watercress

Children's Discovery Garden​

Designed for our youngest gardeners with:

  • Fast-growing plants like radishes and lettuce
  • Fun varieties like purple carrots and striped tomatoes
  • Sensory plants with interesting textures and scents
  • Child-height raised beds and seating areas

Native Plant Sanctuary​

Supporting local ecosystem with:

  • Native wildflowers for pollinators
  • Bird-friendly berry bushes
  • Butterfly garden with host plants
  • Rain garden for water management

📖 Quick Reference Guides​

🗓️ Seasonal Calendar​

  • Spring (March-May): Plot preparation, cool season planting, seedling care
  • Summer (June-August): Maintenance, watering, pest management, harvest
  • Fall (September-November): Fall planting, preservation, plot cleanup
  • Winter (December-February): Planning, seed ordering, tool maintenance

🤝 Community Resources​

  • Tool Library: Located in the shed - check out tools with your member key
  • Seed Library: Exchange seeds with fellow gardeners
  • Compost System: Three-bin system for community use
  • Water Collection: Rain barrels throughout the garden
  • Notice Board: Check for announcements and volunteer opportunities

📞 Need Help?​

Happy gardening! 🌻