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Shared Garden Program for Individuals

Adults and families learning to grow food at home

Since 2012, Valley Verde’s Shared Garden Program for Individuals has helped community members learn to grow culturally preferred organic vegetables. Individuals and families who stand to benefit the most participate for free! Along with its sister Shared Garden Program for Schools, the two provide adults and children a “shared” gardening experience!

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Interested in learning how to garden?

​The Shared Garden Program for Individuals provides:​

  • Six (English or Spanish) group workshops with hands-on experience

  • One or more garden beds (based on family size)

  • Gardening supplies (compost, drip irrigation, soil, and seedlings)

  • Garden visits and individualized mentorship

Spring Program​​​

Apply (2 mos): Nov 15 - Jan 15

Participate (6 mos): Jan 15 - Jun 15 

Fall Program​​​

Apply (2 mos): Apr 15 - Jun 15

Participate (6 mos): Jun 15 - Nov 15

The workshops include lessons on composting, water-saving irrigation methods, drought-tolerant plants, approaches to avoiding chemical pesticides and herbicides, and more. In addition to gardening basics, you will learn about nutrition, ecological principles, and environmental sustainability.

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Contact us if you have any questions or apply below and see if you are eligible to participate for free.

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