City-managed garden plots
Grow your own vegetables and flowers in a city-managed garden plot. The City prepares the soil and provides water access, while you are responsible for planting and maintaining your space for the season. Plots are available in select parks across the city.
Registration opens the first Monday of March, matching the spring recreation registration period. You can book online through the Recreation & Culture portal or visit any service counter. The annual fee is $45.00 per plot, and payment is due by April 15. Plots are available on a first-come, first-served basis. If you need a refund, requests must be made by May 1.
The gardening season runs from the May long weekend to the weekend of Thanksgiving. You must clear your plot of all plants and debris by the first weekend in November. Leftover soil and compost must go in your Green Bin or be taken to the East Wrenford Waste Management Facility.
Neighbourhood community gardens
A neighbourhood community garden is a shared space managed by residents, not the City. If a group in your area wants to start one, the City can help you through the planning process. You will need to submit a proposal for review by the Parks & Trails and Community Services departments.
Your proposal should cover these areas:
- Administration: List your volunteer coordinators, outline how you will handle sign-ups and fees, and plan for liability insurance. Forming a local society can help protect individual volunteers.
- Site & Water: Identify a suitable location and confirm land ownership. Explain how you will get water (e.g., a truck, tank, or existing hydrant) and where you will source topsoil.
- Operations: Share your watering, weeding, and seasonal cleanup schedule. Include a safety plan and how you will prevent theft or vandalism.
- Environment: Describe how you will grow sustainably, such as using compost, planting pollinator areas, and avoiding chemical pesticides.
- Evaluation: Explain how you will review the garden each fall and decide whether to continue or decommission the site.
Once your proposal is approved, the City will work with you to secure the site and connect you with potential funding through the Community grants program.
Plot rules and equipment
You are responsible for your own tools and watering cans. The City provides basic irrigation lines, but you must bring your own hoses if you prefer. Hand tools and small wheelbarrows are allowed; larger machinery is not permitted. All plots must stay weed-free and tidy. Overgrown or abandoned plots may be reassigned after the first frost if the City does not receive a renewal request.
Remember that city parks are shared spaces. Keep noise to a minimum and dispose of all waste properly. If you need to report a damaged tool shed or irrigation issue, call 519-555-0100 or visit the Civic Operations Centre page.
Growing guidelines
Wrenford supports healthy soil and clean water. You can apply for a Community grants award to help cover initial setup costs. All gardeners must follow the By-laws when managing organic waste and keeping your plot tidy.
Compost is welcome. You can add kitchen scraps and yard trimmings to your Green Bin, or build a compost bin in your plot. If you are unsure about what materials are safe to compost, check the Garbage & Recycling page.
Need help getting started?
For plot registration, visit Recreation & Culture or call 519-555-0100. For neighbourhood garden proposals or sustainability advice, email [email protected].