Garden Plots

The St. Charles Park District maintains garden plots for the St. Charles community. Plots are reserved for perennials and annuals. Park District staff rototill all of the annual plots around the first of April, weather permitting. There is a plot limit for each household.

There’s a more accessible opportunity for gardeners with special needs. There are accessible pathways to and around each bed, 10 ft. long by 4 ft. wide. Also, the beds are in close proximity to a water spigot.

James O. Breen Community Park

209 garden plots available

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Quantity	Type	Size	Cost
171	annual	20′ x 30′	$50
32	perennial	20′ x 20′	$50
6	annual raised bed	4′ x 10′	$40

Primrose Farm Park

268 garden plots available

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Quantity	Type	Size	Cost
118	annual	15′ x 30′	$35
88	annual	30′ x 30′	$55
24	perennial	15′ x 30′	$35
32	perennial	30′ x 30′	$55
6	annual raised bed	4′ x 10′	$40

Interested in Renting a Plot?

2023 Application Process

Reservations for new and returning gardeners are accepted at Pottawatomie Community Center. Returning gardeners may submit their paperwork via mail or email. New gardeners must submit their paperwork in person at the Pottawatomie Community Center. All forms must be received by the applicable dates listed below.

For an application: click here

Please complete and return page 1 only. Review the application in its entirety as it includes information on fees, rules and guidelines.

February 13-March 10
Returning gardeners may reserve the same plots rented the year prior.
March 13-17
Returning gardeners may reserve new plots.
March 21
Open registration for all new gardeners.
Apr 1-Oct 30
Open 8am-8pm each day. Applications still accepted, email Cori Hedlund.

Attention Gardeners:

Want to make a difference? Plant a row of vegetables to feed folks in need. Produce collection containers will be available all summer at Primrose Farm and Hickory Knolls. Items will go directly to local charities for distribution. Need more info? Email Outreach Ambassador Pam Otto.