Community Garden Plots

Renting a community garden plot is a great way to get outside, meet your neighbors, and grow your own food! 

Person in community garden plot

Garden Plot Registration

Due to the overwhelming interest in garden plots for the 2021 season, we are not currently accepting additional applications at this time. Check back soon for information reguarding the 2022 season. 

Garden Plot Locations & Fees

Chadek Green Park   

1920 Friendship St. Iowa City, IA 52245

  • Mini Plot (10x10') - Sold Out
  • Small Plot (10x20') - Sold Out
Kiwanis Park 

1519 Teg Dr. Iowa City, IA 52246

  • All Plots (10x20') - Sold Out
Reno Street Park 

516 Reno St. Iowa City, IA 52245

  • All Plots (10x20') - Sold Out
Wetherby Park 

2400 Taylor Dr. Iowa City, IA 52240

  • Small Plot (10x23') - Sold Out
  • Large Plot (10x50') - Sold Out

End of Season

Please don't forget to remove all your non-plant material (plastic, metal, cardboard, newspaper, etc.) from your rented city garden plots. The original date to have items removed was Friday, October 1, 2021. The growing season has been extended to Friday, October 15, 2021.

Garden Clean Out Days

Iowa City Parks and Recreation staff will be on-site to help remove plant supports and fencing. 

  • Saturday, Oct. 16 & Sunday, Oct. 17
  • 9 - 11 a.m. Iowa City Parks and Recreation staff will be on-site to help remove plant supports and fencing. 

If you are still looking for fresh produce this season, check out the Iowa City Farmers Market. For more information visit, icgov.org/farmersmarket.

Community Garden Plot Public Input

We want to hear from you! Share your thoughts, ideas, and feedback about the community garden plot by filling out the public input survey. 

Follow Us on Social

Stay up to date by following us on our social media platforms. Don't forget to tag us in your gardening posts. 

Contact Us

Questions? Please contact Recreation Program Supervisor Jeff Sears or 319-356-5034.

City Government