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Get resources and personal support to grow your own food

We are here to help you start, build, plant, and maintain a community garden full of veggies, flowers and get connected to the community of gardeners.

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IFAS Extension Offices

UF/IFAS Extension encompasses thousands of Extension faculty members, scientists, educators, administrative staff, and volunteers, all working to provide solutions to your gardening needs.

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How to Start a Community Garden

Starting a community garden is not an easy undertaking! Planning done up front will result in success of a site which is why COCG strongly recommends following the American Gardening Association’s ten steps.

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Urban Agricultural Certification Program

This training developed, by IFAS Extension Office of Hillsborough County, will support members of the community as they learn to grow their own groceries!

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Community Blog

Read up on tips, stories, and updates from our thriving garden community. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, you'll find inspiration, advice to keep you growing!

Get Involved

Whether you’re a seasoned green thumb or just starting to dig in the dirt, we’re thrilled to have you join our gardening community. So grab your gloves and a sense of curiosity—there’s a place for you here, and we can’t wait to grow together!

1st Annual Community Garden Tour

November 3rd | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

This self-guided tour will provide the opportunity to tour over 20 community gardens across three counties while learning about best gardening practices, meeting neighbors, and basking in the serene delight that community gardens bring!

Tampa Bay Lightning Events

Grab your ticket to the Community Garden Tour and a chance to win two tickets to a Tampa Bay Lightning game of your choice! Don’t miss out—dig in and score big!