This project was made possible by a very generous donation of annuals by Cox Farms. Thanks guys!
This photo actually shows an area just down the block from where we planted. I failed to take a before picture of the actual site, but this shot shows you what we were working with in the beginning.
The first step was removing the grass and weeds growing on the site.
After that we used some bricks to build boxes and added some top soil to the existing dirt.
We also received a donation of mulch, which came in very handy.
At first we weren't sure how many boxes to create, so we kind of played it by ear.
The dirt spaces you see between beds will be footpaths covered in wood chips.
Because this was a last minute planting in response to the plant donation some people had already made other plans, but we had a good crowd cycle through during the day.
Members composted the grass that we removed.
Wave petunias were among the donated plants. The liriope was transplanted from a member's backyard.
We used a shopping cart someone had dumped on a vacant lot nearby to move supplies.
These are our first treeboxes on this block, but I suspect we'll be back to plant more soon.
Hopefully we'll have an even better turnout next time.
Community plantings really are a great way to start your Saturday or Sunday.
6 comments:
nice to see some good news for a change. appears to have been a diverse turnout, in terms of age, gender, race, etc.
I only had the camera out for a little while, but the turnout was actually more diverse than what you see here. Our youngest planter was 11. We always get a pretty good mix.
The plants look amazing. I love seeing this space used like this. You guys did a great job!
Congrats to all who helped. Things like this make a big difference.
Is anyone allowed to do this or do you need a permit? This is a great idea.
Roy:
I've never known anyone that was required to get a permit. Technically this is city land, but the homeowner is expected to maintain it.
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