Think community gardens are a great idea? Start your own, join one in area or request funding. Find out how here.
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29/04/2006
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What’s involved?
*Want to join a community garden in your area?*
Go to http://www.communityfoods.org.au for a complete list of community gardens in Australia.
*Think community gardens are a great idea?*
Write a letter to your state’s minister for housing, and ask them to support community gardening initiatives.
*Want to start your own community garden?*
Here are some tips:
*First, start a committee. These are they people that will be most involved in the garden project. Remember, the most important part of community garden is _community_. Don’t go it alone!
*With your committee, decide where your garden will be, and what it will grow.
*Decide on a plot of land, but make sure to speak with the owner before you start gardening.
*Make sure you know what you’re doing! Research how to plant and care for specific plants before you plant them.
*Gain support from your community, including neighbours and your city council if possible.
*How do I know this?*
American Community Gardening Association, _Tips on starting a community garden_
http://aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/kindergarden/Child/com/commun.htm
I want to do this!
