

May 4th , 2010 Update
The only site with space left is Starr Farm.
To sign up for a plot, download the registration form and mail it back with payment to Parks and Recreation.
To get on the waitlist for another site, just fill out the form and return without payment.
The Burlington Department of Parks and Recreation operates 11 Community Gardens sites all around the City.
Three plot sizes are offered. A full plot is approximately 700-750 sq. ft. Half plots are highly recommended for gardeners new to the program. And for gardeners who are new to gardening or garden with youth, quarter plots are available at limited sites.A small seasonal fee includes BACG membership, Weed 'Em and Reap newsletter, water access, spring and fall site preparation, invitations to garden gatherings and an opportunity to meet other gardeners in your area. Depending on the weather, plots open for planting in mid-April to early May and close in October.
Full Plot - $55/$60(non-resident)
Half Plot - $37/$42 (non-resident)
Quarter Plots - $20/$25 (non-resident)
Special rates including a 50% scholarship and free seeds are available to those with limited incomes; to apply, contact Chittenden Community Action at 863-6248.
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Garden Site |
Location |
Closing Date |
Plot Sizes Available |
| Tommy Thompson |
Intervale Road |
October 23 |
Full & Half |
| Medical Center |
East Ave & Colchester Ave |
October 16 |
Full & Half |
| Wheelock |
Swift Street & Spear Street |
October 16 |
Full & Half |
| Baird Park |
Pine Street (south of Home Ave) |
October 23 |
Quarter Plots Only |
| Champlain |
Pine Street (north of Flynn Ave) |
October 16 |
Full, Half & Quarter |
| Myrtle Street |
Myrtle Street (north of North St) |
October 23 |
Quarter Plots Only
No Till Site |
| Lakeview |
311 North Avenue |
October 23 |
Half Plots
No Till Site |
| Rock Point |
Institute Road (on Rock Point grounds) |
October 9 |
Full & Half |
| WVPD |
Ethan Allen Homestead (off Rte 127) |
October 9 |
Full & Half |
| New Discovery Garden |
Ethan Allen Homestead (off Rte 127) |
October 9 |
Quarter Plots Only |
| Starr Farm |
Starr Farm Road |
October 9 |
Full, Half & Novice Family Friendly Plots |
No-till Plots:
Some sites offer no-till plots where the gardening season is extended because the gardener is responsible for soil preparation in the spring and the fall. No-till plots may be gardened year-round however water service is not available year-round. No-till plots will be expected to be kept clean of debris and dead plants. Gardeners are encouraged to cover crop and mulch. No-till plots are not suggested for novice gardeners.
The following sites offer No-till plots:
Tommy Thompson (must be a returning gardener)
Lakeview (only offers no-till plots)
Champlain (must be a returning gardener)
Starr Farm (must be a returning gardener)
Other Gardening Opportunities:
Archibald Neighborhood Garden – This garden is sponsored by BACG but managed by Grow Team ONE. Novice/Family Friendly raised beds are available. To sign up, contact Jess Hyman at growteam@yahoo.com or 598-3139. www.growteamvt.com
Community Teaching Garden – This educational gardening program is offered through Friends of Burlington Gardens at the Ethan Allen Homestead. For more information contact http://burlingtongardens.org or call 861-4769
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