Community gardens have many personal, and environmental benefits
By Janice Ellis
Missouri Independent
In recent years, community gardens have gained popularity as alternatives to address the growing crisis of food deserts, particularly in central cities.
But community gardens offer opportunities for much more.
The personal, communal and environmental benefits are many.
New berry garden: Bethany Rotary Club members recently planted a row of mixed berry bushes in the Harrison County Health Department Community Garden. Pictured are Rotarians Shane Jones, Kurt Kimble, and Charlie Trump. The Rotary Club received a grant from Rotary International and Rotary District 6040 for the plants. The grant required a cash match and sweat equity from the club. The new berry garden will help provide nutrition diversity for Harrison County community residents.–Submitted photo
By Janice Ellis Missouri Independent In recent years, community gardens have gained popularity as alternatives to address the growing crisis of food deserts, particularly in central cities. But community gardens offer opportunities for much more. The personal, communal and environmental benefits are many.
