Thursday, April 8, 2010

Spring Has Sprung, Time to Get In The Dirt & Dig It!



The sustainability movement is upon us here in San Diego, time to join in! Think of all the fresh, you-grown veggies on your plates along with the simple rewards of getting dirty outside and under the sun. (Wear sunblock, people!)

Here is some information to help you on your way!

Most community gardens are grass-roots efforts created by neighborhoods or individuals who feel that their community is enhanced when neighbors come together to grow food. Other gardens are facilitated by the cities and towns in which they reside. Regardless, every community garden is a labor of love that bring folks together to create beauty and delicious food.

Community gardens turn empty lots and open spaces into green areas for growing fresh produce and plants. Community gardens encourage understanding and awareness of the environment around us, while rewarding the gardeners with home grown fruits, vegetables and other crops. Most are comprised of manageable sized garden plots that are joint projects created by members of the community and cared for by individuals. As such they also encourage opportunities for social gatherings, beautification, education and recreation.

http://www.sandiegoroots.org/comm_gardens.html
http://www.mastergardenerssandiego.org/community/index.php
http://communityfarmsandgardens.org/?page_id=6
http://www.victorygardenssandiego.com/

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