Published: May 20, 2022

It’s planting season! The Asbury Community Garden is taking shape for 2022, with seeds starting to germinate (lettuce, radishes, collard greens, carrots and Swiss chard) and seedlings (broccoli and tomatoes) taking up their new residences.

Lots is happening and lots more needs to happen. Several groups have already lent a hand. The Youth Ministry topped off our raised beds with soil and mulched the paths around the beds. The Children’s ministry has started flowers and basil plants. And the Asbury Day Care Center is going to paint some large planters to hold our nasturtium flowers that will help attract pollinators.

Could you join us? Our biggest need is for people to join the rotating teams of gardeners watering and, eventually, harvesting the vegetables. Watering is particularly crucial as seeds and seedlings are planted, but continues through the growing season until October. Team work is shared among many people. You might need to water and pick vegetables one or two times over a week in coordination with your team, and then return a few weeks later to do the same. If you want to do more, we have more jobs to share. Experience is not necessary. 

To join the community garden team, call Diana at (585) 732-7224 or send an email to DianaLouiseCarter@gmail.com.