Eastpointe Community Garden
We share the same mission as Urban Seed
Our mission is to promote community spirit, beautify our community, provide education about gardening, donate food to the community, and support the urban agriculture movement.
Urban Seed’s Flagship Garden: The Eastpointe Community Garden
Urban Seed’s flagship garden project, the Eastpointe Community Garden, is a flourishing hub of urban farming located at 16425 Nine Mile Road in Eastpointe, Michigan. It’s more than just a space for growing produce; it’s a vibrant community initiative promoting sustainable living, local produce, and community spirit. It features 26 generous ‘Giving Gardens’, which are maintained by dedicated volunteers. These gardens provide fresh produce to the local community through a free stand every Saturday during the growing season. Any remaining harvest or weekly produce is donated to local senior housing or food pantries.
The garden also includes seven accessible ‘U-Pick’ beds situated next to the parking lot. These beds are planted and maintained by out volunteers but anyone in the community is invited to harvest from them. Additionally, there are five sponsored beds funded by local businesses. Volunteers take care of these beds, with all food harvested being donated back to the community.
This community garden also provides individuals with an opportunity to rent their own 4′ x 4′ x 19″ raised garden plots for $40.00, allowing them to cultivate their own vegetables, herbs, and flowers.
Beyond providing fresh produce, the Eastpointe Community Garden is a haven of biodiversity, featuring a variety of pollinator, native, and wetland plants. It also offers places to sit, relax, and even a little library near the U-Pick beds.
The garden regularly hosts and participates in events and educational programs aimed at enhancing gardening skills, promoting environmental stewardship, and fostering community engagement.
To stay updated on Urban Seed’s initiatives, follow the Urban Seed – Eastpointe, MI Facebook page.
The Eastpointe Community Garden exemplifies the power of community collaboration in building a sustainable and healthy local food system.
Contact Us To Rent Your Plot
- Raised garden plots (4′ x 4′ x 19″ ) that you can rent and plant with vegetables, herbs and/or flowers.
- Prices are $40.00 respectively, and include the plot, the soil, access to community tools, and water.
Personal Support
We would like to thank the following individuals for their continued support. Your efforts are not unnoticed! You have gone above and beyond by showing how selfless you truly are. You have made the community a better place and should be proud.
- Laurie Gmyrek
- Bill Randazzo
- Peggy DiMercurio
- Frank DiMercurio
- Shay Hofmann
- John Hofmann
- Kat Strong
- Cola Strong
- Mark Voorhees
- Jamie Rumminger
- Kristen Bates
- Jerry DePoorter
- Ron LaForest
- Gene Yuells
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Mary Bailey
- Brian Newby
- Jen Wojtowicz
- Ellie Harrison
- Rose Wilo
- Alysa Diebolt
- Cardi DeMonaco Jr
- Katie Donnelly
- Justine Smith
- Julie Plichota
- Craig Wodecki
- Devon Colby
- Tiffany Jones
- Suzanne Pixley
- Dave Seaver
- Alicia Seaver
- Pat Alexander
- Evelyn Ravelo
- Lisa Oxford
- Nick Gevedon
- Timothy Kniaz
Business Sponsors
We would like to recognize the following businesses for their support of the community garden. They have stepped up and donated labor, money, and/or resources. We would not be able to accomplish what we have without their support.
Each logo is linked to the company’s website.
Please thank them for their support when you stop in to support their businesses.
Urban Seed - Eastpointe, MI
Official Page for Michigan's Urban Seed Gardens
www.UrbanSeed.info
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🥒💚 Unleash the Power of Zucchini: Discover its Unique Benefits! 🌟
Hey, friends! Today, I want to share some lesser-known benefits of one of my favorite veggies - ZUCCHINI! 🥒 It's not just a versatile ingredient in your kitchen but also packs a punch when it comes to health and wellness. Check out these unique benefits:
1️⃣ Low Calorie, High Nutrient: Zucchini is a low-calorie powerhouse, loaded with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. It's an excellent source of vitamin C, potassium, and dietary fiber! 🌟
2️⃣ Hydration Hero: With over 80% water content, zucchini helps keep you hydrated and supports healthy digestion. 💧😋
3️⃣ Eye Health Booster: Rich in lutein and zeaxanthin, zucchini promotes good eye health. 👁️✨
4️⃣ Heart-Friendly: The potassium and fiber in zucchini can help maintain healthy blood pressure levels, supporting overall heart health. ❤️
5️⃣ Weight Management Ally: Low in calories and high in fiber, zucchini keeps you feeling full for longer, making it a great addition to your weight management efforts. 🏃♀️
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Two of our awesome volunteers/board members will be doing their 2nd educational presentation at the Eastpointe Memorial Library this coming Thursday at 630pm! 💚This Thursday! ... See MoreSee Less
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🥑💚✨ Did you know that avocado pits can be used to create a beautiful, all-natural dye? Yes, you read that right! Instead of throwing away those pits, let's upcycle them and give your fabrics a stunning makeover! 🌿🌈
Not only is this an eco-friendly way to add color to your textiles, but it also produces a gorgeous range of pink and peach hues. 🍑💕 All you need are some avocado pits, water, and a little patience!
Here's how to do it:
1️⃣ Collect and clean your avocado pits. You'll need around 3-4 pits for a small batch of dye.
2️⃣ Chop the pits into smaller pieces and simmer them in a pot of water for about an hour. The water will turn a lovely shade of pink!
3️⃣ Strain out the pits and allow the dye to cool.
4️⃣ Soak your fabric in the dye for a few hours or overnight, depending on the desired intensity of the color.
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Today, our garden was buzzing with more life and laughter than it has seen in a long time, all thanks to an incredible group of people. William rolled in with the cattle panel, laying the foundation for what turned into a day we'll all remember. Jen, our powerhouse, steered the ship with such finesse, ensuring everyone was in high spirits and high gear!
Katie and Justine, with their hands in the earth, nurtured our seedlings and helped spread wood chips and soil. Shay and James, embarked on an epic bindweed battle, safeguarding our garden's health. And Randy, oh, Randy, not only did you tirelessly move wood chips, but your generosity also warmed our hearts and filled our stomachs - thank you for the delicious lunch!
Our storyteller, John, captured the magic through his lens, ensuring that every smile, every plant, and every dance move will be remembered and shared.
But that’s not all – over 15 volunteers came together, contributing their time, energy, and even their dance moves. It was a day of hard work, laughter, music, and community spirit.
From the bottom of our freshly watered hearts, THANK YOU to everyone who made today possible. Your dedication and joy have sown seeds of hope and excitement for what our garden will become. Today was a testament to what we can achieve together, and it’s only the beginning.
Here’s to growing our garden and our community, side by side, with as much love and fun as we shared today. The future is bright and blooming, and we can't wait to see what we'll harvest together next.
#GardenGoals #CommunitySpirit #VolunteerHeroes #FutureBrightAndBlooming
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