There are 3 community gardens locations with plots available for resident to rent and 1 communally grown learning garden in Santa Monica. Participation is open to Santa Monica residents, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis. Plots are assigned as they become available in the order in which applications are received. All gardeners must sign an annual Garden Permit and pay a licensing fee of $100-$132 per calendar year (pro-rated by quarter). New gardeners receive an orientation session. Santa Monica residency required.
Please note: Demand for community garden plots far exceeds supply. It may take years before you are assigned a plot.
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Locations
- Main Street, between Strand & Hollister (73 plots)
- Park Drive, between Santa Monica Blvd & Broadway (38 plots, including 1 accessible plot)
- Euclid Park, 1525 Euclid Street (10 plots, including 2 accessible and 3 short-term plots)
- Ishihara Park, 2909 Exposition Blvd.
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How to Apply
Proof of residency is required (drivers license or government-issued photo ID, and either a rental agreement, mortgage statement, or current utility bill).
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Important Requirement for Volunteers
As of October 21: The City is requiring all Volunteers be show proof of Vaccination or submit a request for a medical/disability or religious exemption prior to performing volunteer service with our Community Garden Program. Current Gardeners and their assistants do not need to submit if they are only gardening in their plots and not volunteering for other duties or activities.
Please follow the guidelines on submitting Proof or Vaccination or a Request for an Exemption here: COVID Volunteer Requirements
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Marine Park Community Garden Proposed Plan
The City of Santa Monica plans to construct Community Garden plots in the southwest corner of Marine Park, adjacent to the tennis courts. The garden plots will be modular raised beds within an enclosed (fenced) area.
You are invited to participate in two Community Engagement Discussions to help determine final arrangement and programming for the community garden. Plans/Drawings of the future garden will be available along with sample raised-bed garden plots. City Staff will be available to answer questions about the future garden at Marine Park and to provide information about gardening programs throughout the City. The first event will be held on-line Thursday, January 27th, while the second will be held on site at the proposed garden location, Saturday, January 29th. To get times and log in information, please visit the Marine Park Website.
Marine Park Community Garden Proposed Layout
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2021/2022 Garden Permit Renewals
FOR JULY 2021: Our Payment Portal is via the Citizens Portal. All current gardeners have been contacted regarding their account. There will be no change to your assigned garden plot or garden status. Utilizing Citizens Portal, community gardeners will be able to quickly make payments online, updated their information and review permit details. Please see links below for our Rules and Regulations along with our Good Neighbor Policy.
For any questions about the Citizens Portal or verifying a plot for the 2021/22 year, contact Teague Weybright at gardens@santamonica.gov or 310-458-2213.
For Current Community Gardeners
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Public Programs
Communal Garden Program Ishihara Park
Ishihara Park Learning Garden Work Days
Mondays and Wednesdays | 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. | Free
Come get your hands dirty in the Communal Garden Program at Ishihara Park Learning Garden, a communal spot to learn and acquire gardening skills. Seasoned as well as new gardeners of all ages are welcome. Free drop in activity, no reservation needed. Click here for the January 2022 Calendar.
Pancakes @ Ishihara Park
3rd Saturday of Each Month | 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. | Free
2022 Dates: Jan 15 | Feb 19 | Mar 19
January 15 - COMPOSTING 101 - Get the downlow on the new organics recycling requirement and see if a worm bin is the right thing for you! Click here for a flyer.
Breakfast in the Garden @ Main St.
2nd Saturday Monthly | 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. | Free
2022 Dates: Jan 8 | Feb 12 | Mar 12
December - Rose Pruning and Care. Tips and Techniques to improve the health and quality of your own roses. Click here for a flyer.
Grow LA Victory Garden @ Ishihara Park
Congratulations to the 15 Graduates and the 6th GLAVG Class completed out of Ishihara Park Learning Garden.
We will plan another series for Spring of 2022. Please check back for more details.
To see where other classes were held, visit: http://celosangeles.ucanr.edu/UC_Master_Gardener_Program/Grow_LA_Victory_Garden_Initiative/
A partnership with the University of California Cooperative Extension's Master Gardener Program.
Programs Information, Dates and Times Subject to Change
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