About Us
Northfield Community Gardeners accepts applications annually from those interested in maintaining a garden plot in the Greenvale Park Community Garden. Those who are assigned plots may plant what they choose (taking into account the needs of neighboring gardeners) and will be responsible for planting, weeding, watering, harvesting and otherwise maintaining their plots throughout the growing season. All gardeners at the community garden will use organic gardening methods, and experienced gardeners will be available to help newer gardeners learn the necessary skills.
We have a limited number of 10 x 10’ and 10 x 20’ plots available.
In addition to gardening their own plots, gardeners will participate on work teams to share tasks like maintaining the compost, mowing and trimming grassy areas, and tending the Sharing Plot. All produce from the Sharing Plot is donated to the Northfield Food Shelf.
The Greenvale Park Community Garden is a joint project of the Northfield Community Gardeners, Northfield Public Schools Community Services Division and Greenvale Park Elementary.
2012 Season
Applications will be accepted beginning Feb. 6. Applications can be picked up at Greenvale Park Elementary, Northfield CAC, and Northfield Public Schools Community Services Division, and are available below.
Once applications are approved, gardeners will pay a gardening fee of $25 for the year ($15 for half plots) to help cover costs of water and other garden expenses. Financial assistance will be available for those who are unable to pay the full amount.
If you have further questions about the garden please call Northfield Community Gardeners at 612.804.5628.
Northfield Community Gardeners would also like to hear from and offer assistance to people who are interested in starting community gardens in other locations in Northfield.