Community Gardens in Athens

There are six community gardens in Athens county! 
If you're interested in a plot call 740-593-5971 or email gardens@communityfoodinitiatives.org 
  • For more information visit http://www.communityfoodinitiatives.org
Below is a video of one of the community gardens in Athens

Growing Produce Indoors

If community gardening or container gardening is not for you. here is a helpful article for growing healthy fruits and vegetables from the comforts of your home: http://greatist.com/health/best-plants-to-grow-indoors

What to plant?

There are certain "diabetic super foods" that can be grown in your home garden that have a low glycemic index and high nutritional value. "Super foods" that can be grown include:
  • Beans
  • Dark Leafy Greens
  • Citrus Fruit
  • Sweet Potatoes
  • Tomatoes
Read more about diabetic super foods at http://www.diabetes.org/food-and-fitness/food/what-can-i-eat/making-healthy-food-choices/diabetes-superfoods.html?loc=ff-slabnav

Vegetable Growing Cheat Sheet

For a helpful, user-friendly guide for when and how to plant produce visit: http://moralfibres.co.uk/handy-vegetable-planting-calendar-guide/

Container Gardening

If a plot at a community garden is not practical, container gardening is a great option that allows you to grow your own produce in your back yard. Below is a helpful article on container gardening found  at http://www.ext.colostate.edu/mg/gardennotes/724.html

Maximizing Nutrients

Check out the info cards below for helpful tips for preparing vegetables to maximize their nutrients. This card and other helpful produce cards can be viewed at http://localfoods.osu.edu/news/maximize-your-nutrients
Below are pictures of a garden plot and the harvested produce at Westside Community Garden