UF/IFAS Pasco Extension Offers Free Community Garden Plots

PASCO COUNTY, FL — The UF/IFAS Pasco County Extension Community Garden Program is now leasing free garden plots to Pasco residents.

Pasco Extension pairs applicants with an appropriate community garden location in Dade City,Land O' Lakes, San Antonio, Zephyrhills or Shady Hills.

A new Wesley Chapel location will open soon to serve neighbors in that area.

• A community garden plot is a great opportunity to:
• Grow and harvest your own food
• Work with compost
• Gain gardening experience in classes/seminars offered on site
• Learn from experts

Plots are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, or to lease a plot,contact the UF/IFAS Pasco Extension Community Gardens Program:

• East Side Community Gardens: 352-521-1255 or kchristmas@MyPasco.net
• West Side Community Gardens: 813-9962411, ext. 2458, or ccarreiro@MyPasco.net

The Pasco County Cooperative Extension Service assists Pasco County residents by developing and delivering practical, educational programs in environmental horticulture; sustainable agriculture; 4-H and youth development; and family and consumer sciences.

For more information, including volunteer opportunities, visit: bit.ly/2I7gTs5 or call 352-518-0156.