Community Garden at Twelve Corners Presbyterian Church

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GROW

Welcome to the Community Garden at Twelve Corners Presbyterian Church! Our goal is to create a vibrant garden space where neighbors come together to cultivate not only plants but also connection, care, and community. Whether you're an experienced gardener or just starting out, there's a place for you here.

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About the Garden

Established as part of our mission to serve the community, the Twelve Corners Presbyterian Church Community Garden provides a place for people to grow fresh, healthy produce while building relationships with others. The XX plots are available to the congregation and neighbors in the greater Brighton area, in the spirit of collaboration and stewardship.

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Mission

Grow a collaborative and inclusive community of enthusiastic and curious gardeners in which we learn together, sharing experience and knowledge.

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Vision

Our vision is grounded in a belief that gardening is more than just growing plants; it is about fostering relationships, nurturing the earth, and creating a space where everyone feels welcome to grow together.

• Provide organic garden space spring through fall to the Brighton community.

• Contribute to food justice by sharing produce with the Brighton Food Cupboard.

• Create social capital through interpersonal garden relationships.

• Grow an attractive garden on the median through the asphalt parking space.

 

Rules

These rules are designed to ensure that our community garden remains a sustainable and welcoming space for everyone, providing an opportunity to learn, grow, and give back to the community. To organize effectively and protect the host property, the following ground rules apply:

• Commit to your plot and responsibilities.

• Communicate regularly with garden members and coordinators.

• Attend meetings to stay informed and engaged.

• Raised beds only are allowed.

• Maintain your area:

  • Water regularly (minimum 3x/week in summer heat).

  • Weed consistently.

  • Use organic gardening practices (signed pledge required).

  • Harvest regularly to avoid waste.

  • If you do not care for your plot, it will be forfeited.

  • Share tools (shovel, hose, etc.) and return them to their proper location. Ensure the hose is coiled off the ground.

  • Leave church grounds as you found them.

  • Use designated parking spaces and do not block access lanes.

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Plot Size and Cost

Affordable and accessible, our plot sizes accommodate a variety of gardening needs, making it easy for anyone to join and enjoy the benefits of gardening.

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Cost to Join Garden, Raised Beds: One-time payment of $25

 

We have raised beds of various sizes to share among the group of gardeners.

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Get Involved

Joining the Community Garden is easy! We are excited to welcome new members and share the joy of gardening with our community. Plots are available on a first-come, first-served basis each growing season. If you don’t have a green thumb but still want to be involved, we’d love your help! Volunteers are always welcome to assist with:

• Garden maintenance

• Hosting workshops

• Community outreach efforts

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The Community Garden is located on the grounds of Twelve Corners Presbyterian Church at 1200 S. Winton Road, in Brighton, NY. If you're looking to join a community garden in Rochester, NY, we encourage you to email us through our secure contact form. 

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