Community Garden Info
Garden plots are available at our Sandwich Park District Community Garden. The plots are approximately 10 x 50 (1 row) and are limited to two (2) per household. Garden plots are available for residents, non-residents, and nonprofits to rent. We ask you to plant more and donate whatever you can to the local food pantries. The local food pantries are: Cornerstone Food Pantry, Harvest Chapel Food Pantry, and St. John’s Lutheran (Somonauk) Food Pantry. We ask that you coordinate your donation directly with the food pantry of your choosing.
Planting Date
Plots are open on May 1st, weather permitting. The park district tills the area before and after the season and supplies water tanks. You will need to supply necessary gardening tools.
Clean Up
By mid-October you will be required to clean your area; a compost bin is available.
Cost
$25.00 per plot for residents, non-residents, and non-profit organizations. An additional $25.00 refundable security deposit will be collected. Part of your obligation is to weed and clean your area during the season and at the end. If you do not fulfill your obligation to clean your plot you may jeopardize your opportunity to rent next year and will forfeit the $25 deposit.
Location
The garden is located on Gletty Road, just south of Rt. 34 on the right side of the road.
Plots Available – Call for Availability 815-786-8044
Registration Dates
RETURNING GARDENERS: Can register after February 1st.
NEW GARDENERS: Can register after March 1st.
