The Communities in Schools Youth Garden is designed to serve as a community site for youth using a restorative justice model to address hunger for low income residents of Chatham County, especially in Siler City. Youth are engaged in all aspects of gardening: planting, maintenance, and harvesting.
2013
County:Chatham
Participant Count:31-50
Organization:Cooperative/Communal Garden
Plot Count:Less than 10
Type:Youth garden Size:1/4 acre to 1 acre
Primary Production:Vegetables
Secondary Production:Flowers/greenery, Fruits, Herbs
Culture/Language:English and Spanish
youth and volunteers
at risk youth and low income families
individuals, Town of Siler City
Type | Name | Website | Phone | |
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Non-profit organization | Communities In Schools of Chatham County | View site | 919-663-0116 | .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) |
Time Period | Crop Type | Pounds Harvested |
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2013 summer season | vegetables and fruits | 450 pounds |
2014 season | vegetables | 1400 pounds |