Community Gardens
Kansas community gardens are places where healthy food, healthy families, and strong communities grow together. Each community garden is unique and will have different goals depending on the neighborhood and participants. The only time there is a "right" way to have a community garden is when it reflects the needs and character of the community. If you are looking to start or expand a community garden, we encourage you to find your local extension office and ask them for assistance or local resources. They may also be able to help you find existing community gardens in your area.
Community Gardening Toolkit (University of Missouri)
How to Organize a Community Garden (NC State)
American Community Gardening Association
Kansas Community Gardens Planning Resources
Kansas City Community Gardens
K-State Horticulture Resource Center
Food Safety for School and Community Gardens (pdf)
Kansas Garden Guide
In many cases, a good way to start will be to contact your local Extension office for current information on local gardens. Listed below are some of the known lists of gardens or counties with community gardens. Let us know if your county or garden should be listed!
Douglas County / Lawrence Common Ground Program
Ford County
Johnson County
Kansas City Area Community Gardens (only KCCG partner gardens listed)
Riley County: Manhattan Community Gardens
Sedgwick County Community Gardens
Wyandotte County: Bonner Springs; Turner