Community Gardens

The City of Gainesville's Parks Division began its first Community Gardens Project on SE 3rd Ave. The project is in the beginning stages, but so far the neighborhood is enjoying this new joint venture between the neighbors and the City.

Community gardens are neighborhood green spaces set aside for local residents to grow their own fresh vegetables, herbs, fruits, and flowers. The program mission is to assist neighborhoods and community organizations in the creation, operation, and maintenance of these gardens: to improve public nutrition and the neighborhood environment; to increase opportunities for healthful outdoor recreation, practical education, and positive social interaction; and to build community self-reliance and sustainability.

If you would be interested in beginning a new Community Garden, joining an existing one, or receiving additional information, please call the City of Gainesville Parks Division at (352) 334-2171.

Dreamers Garden - The Grove Street Neighborhood Community Garden: SW Corner of NW 4th Street & NW 10th Avenue

McRORIE Community Garden: SW Corner of SE 4th Avenue & SE 6th Terrace

Avenue Park Community Garden: 1700 NE 31st Avenue