Sumner Park District
Sumner Park District Community Garden
Plots are available for the 2024
Community Garden Season!
See information below on how to get yours!
How to Get Your Plot!​
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Required Information: Name, phone number, and email
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No cost required!
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Email us at sumnerpark@outlook.com
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Message on Facebook
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Call us at 815-239-1083
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Send a letter to P.O. Box 660 Pecatonica, IL 61063
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Plots will be assigned on a first come first serve basis. Preference will be given to Pecatonica residents.
Location and Plots
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Blassingham Park, West of playground equipment
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9 plots available, 3 ft x 3 ft each
Allowed Plants and Restrictions
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All vegetation is permitted including fruit, flowers, and vegetables
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Plots must be maintained by the person/family/families assigned to it. Any plot left un-tended will be cleared by the Park District.
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Watering must be done in-person. Sprinkler systems and hoses left on will not be permitted.
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Pesticides and toxic substances will not be permitted.
Equipment and Supplies
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Plots will be tilled and prepared by the Park District.
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The water pump at the park will be accessible to the participants.
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All seeds, plant starts, gardening tools, and watering cans will be supplied by participants
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Participants can fence their plot as desired as long as it does not interfere with other plots or restrict access to the Park District.
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