Gardens

Planting Hope, Cultivating Community!

The Community Garden

Coming Soon! The Rose City Community Garden will address one of the community's most pressing needs: access to healthy, affordable, nutritious foods. This city-funded initiative will tackle food insecurity and work to beautify Rose City.

The program will be dedicated to making local food accessible and educating the public on gardening practices by increasing the number of community gardens in our neighborhoods. A community garden

will be defined as any piece of land gardened collectively by a group of people, which can include non-profits, community centers, faith-based organizations, and schools.

The Rose City community garden program will supply gardens, including the "Petal and Produce Paradise," with free soil, mulch, compost, seeds, plants, educational opportunities, and work-day events. It will also highlight accomplishments on social media and donates excess garden produce to local food banks.

Become Part of Our Community Garden Initiative

Every year, the community program will allocate funds specifically for the creation and enhancement of community gardens and urban farms within our city. This initiative will thrive with the support of volunteers, non-profit organizations, and the city of North Little Rock. We will invite both new and established gardens, including our own "Petals and Produce Paradise," to apply for our seasonal funding grants. Special priority will be given to gardens that commit to donating surplus produce, growing crops year round, and hosting educational workshops.

Important Dates:

* Application deadlines for summer: June 15, 2025

* Application deadlines for winter: December 15, 2025

Need an application or assistance? Reach out t us by calling 314-252-0226 or email PetalsProduce@gmail.com

Become Part of Our Community Garden Initiative

Important Dates:

* Application deadlines for summer: June 15, 2025

* Application deadlines for winter: December 15, 2025

Need an application or assistance? Reach out t us by calling 314-252-0226 or email PetalsProduce@gmail.com

Benefits of Community Gardens

Individual Benefits:

Access to Healthy Food: Community gardens will provide access to nutritious, affordable, and culturally relevant food options.
Food Security: They will improve food security by offering fresh produce to local residents.
Self-Reliance: Gardening encourages individuals to become more self-reliant.
Budget-Friendly: Families will be able to reduce their food budgets by growing their own produce.
Social Interaction: Gardens will stimulate social interactions among community members.
Physical Activity: Maintaining a garden will increase physical activity levels.
Better Diets: Educational activities will promote healthier eating habits.

Social Benefits:

Economic Development: Gardens will create income opportunities and foster community development.
Recreation and Education: They will offer spaces for recreation, exercise, therapy, and learning.
Nutritious Produce: Gardens will produce nutritious food for the community.
Beautification: They will enhance the aesthetic appeal of neighborhoods.
Crime Reduction: Gardens can help reduce crime rates in the area.
Property Value: Community gardens will increase property values.

Environmental Benefits:

Biodiversity: Gardens will boost biodiversity by supporting various plants, animals, and insects.
Reduced Food Miles: They will decrease the distance food needs to travel, lowering environmental impact.
Urban Microclimate: Gardens will positively influence the urban microclimate.
Resource Conservation: They will help conserve resources.
Green Space Preservation: Gardens will preserve green spaces within the city.
Cooler Cities: They will reduce city heat from streets and parking lots

Rose City Rising: A Blooming Future for All

To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow.

Planting Hope, Cultivating Community!

The Community Garden

Become Part of Our Community Garden Initiative

Become Part of Our Community Garden Initiative

Benefits of Community Gardens