Community Garden Magazine Issue Five January 2016 | Page 36

Community Gardens beautify neighborhoods and help bring neighbors closer
together. Gardens have proven to be useful in reducing neighborhood crime.
Particularly when vacant, blighted lots are targeted for garden development.
Community Gardens provide safe, recreational green space in urban areas with
little or no park land, and can contribute greatly to keeping urban air clean.

What is it that people like about Community Gardens? Well, some want to
save money on their food bills, others like the freshness, flavor and
wholesomeness of home-grown produce. For many, Community
Gardening is a relaxing way to exercise and enjoy being outdoors. Many
families living in the city would like to grow their own fruits, vegetables,
herbs, and flowers, also,