Garden Plot Rentals


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All skill and experience levels are welcome!

Your rental fee includes:

  • Soil and soil amendments

  • Water for irrigation

  • Access to compost bins and herb gardens

  • Use of garden tools when available

Expectations for Gardeners

  • As part of the plot lease, all gardeners must volunteer onsite during our gardening season, between March and November. Please see this page for more information.

  • New gardeners must attend a Gardener Orientation, offered in conjunction with March and April work days. You may not plant in your plot until you attend an orientation meeting.

  • Please become familiar with and abide by our Community Standards.

  • Gardeners should purchase their own gloves, which are required for work days. Access to tools will be limited except during work days, so it is suggested to purchase some simple tools such as a trowel and a watering can or sprayer. Gardeners will provide their own plants, seeds and any needed trellising materials.

Please feel free to contact us at sustainableardmore@gmail.com with any questions.

Now accepting new gardener applications!

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Resources

2026 Community Standard and Sample Plot Lease

Below are some resources provided by the NC Cooperative Extension. A wealth of further information and learning resources can be found here.

Central NC Planting Calendar (NC State)

Piedmont Planting Guide (NC State)

Guide to Pest Insects

Guide to Beneficial Insects

Pollinator Conservation Guide