Community Garden
The Banff Trail Community Garden was established in 2010 and has been a great place for community members to grow fresh vegetables, get to know community members of all ages, and contribute to creating a beautiful space to be enjoyed by all.
4 perennial beds
30 raised beds
3+ communal beds
Those who join the garden have access to a raised bed for their own produce and also agree to contributing to the care of the shared spaces throughout the season.
Three times a year we gather for work days (2 in the spring and one in the fall) and members also sign up for a week of garden care between May and September where they weed and water the communal spaces.
We are so thankful for all the people who happily give their time to weeding, watering, mowing and turning the compost. It takes many hands to maintain this beautiful space.
Who can have a garden bed?
In order to be a member of the community garden you must:
Live in the area
Be a current member of the Banff Trail Community Association
Pay an annual garden rental fee ($40/season)
Agree to and sign the Garden Membership Agreement & Guidelines
FAQ
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The Banff Trail Community Garden is 100% volunteer run. Members commit to participating in garden work days (3 times a year) and to general garden maintenance throughout the season.
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This is an ‘organic’ garden. No pesticides or chemical fertilizers are used or allowed.
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Visitors are welcome to enjoy the beautiful atmosphere of the garden. It is meant to be a gathering space for all. Stroll through the garden and relax in the pergola. Please respect the garden space and do not pick the flowers or produce.
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The produce and flowers in this garden are planted, grown and maintained by the members of the community garden. Only community garden members may harvest the produce and flowers.