Community Gardens
Registration for 2024 community garden plots is now closed.
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Locations
We currently manage community garden plots at two locations:
Jackson Park Community Farm
E Marquette Dr & S Cornell Dr
Chicago, IL 60649South Chicago Farm
9000 S Mackinaw Ave
Chicago, IL 60617
Plot Size
Community garden plots are 10 ft x 10 ft. If you are new to gardening with Urban Growers Collective, you may only reserve one plot. If you are a returning UGC community gardener, please email us at outreach@urbangrowerscollective.org to request more than one plot.
Growing Season
The season begins at the beginning of April and wraps up at the end of October. Community gardeners will attend orientation before growing begins.
Cost
Plots are $25.00 each to cover the cost of the soil. LINK recipients and those who demonstrate financial need will receive a free plot. Please email outreach@urbangrowerscollective.org for more information.