Volunteers work to build the Walker Park Community Garden in south Fayetteville.
Courtesy Tracey Haynes, Walker Park Community Garden
Spring registration for the city’s Community Gardens in the Park program is set for 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 4 at the Fayetteville Senior Activity and Wellness Center, located at 945 S. College Avenue.
Community garden plots range from 30 to 100 square feet, and are available at the Walker Park and Jefferson community gardens.
Annual fees range from $15-40 and include the use of water.
Lisa Netherland, the city’s horticulturist and community garden coordinator, said garden plot grants are available for those who meet certain income requirements, according to
Spring registration is available on a first-come, first served basis on Sunday. Expect light refreshments and opportunities to meet fellow gardeners while learning about community garden volunteer opportunities. Gardeners will receive a welcome packet and garden seeds upon registration.
For more information, call Lisa Netherland at 479-444-3467.
