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Horticultural Zone

If you've ever been interested in learning about growing vegetables and flowers you are welcome in our third of an acre garden. Our Horticultural Zone also includes a hoop house, a composting area, and room for growing flowers. Our garden is 100% organic with no chemicals or pesticides being used.

Feel free to contact our Horticultural Zone Manager, Andy Nolan, with any questions at 215 558 1580. All members are welcome to volunteer in the garden!

Garden Workshops

Learn, grow, and get your hands in the soil with our Horticultural Zone workshops. From planting basics to seasonal crafts, each session is designed to help you build skills, connect with nature, and bring your garden to life.

The Monarch Butterfly

August 26th at 10AM

Learn about the monarch and its amazing journey, and how to help them survive.

Spring Flowering Bulbs

September 9th at 10AM

Now is the time to plant bulbs that will give you color in the spring when nothing else is blooming.

Native Plants

September 23rd at 10AM

Learn why it is important to plant native plants, and which ones you should plant.

Fall Decorating

October 7th at 10AM

Learn how to decorate your home and garden on a budget. Fall is a great time of year!

Dried Flowers

October 21st at 10AM

Learn about the best dried flowers to grow and make a dried flower arrangement.

Garden Guidelines

In order for us to conduct a safe and functioning community garden, we ask that all members, volunteers, and guests take a moment to read through and adhere to our rules and guidelines for the Kroc Horticultural Zone. Thank you!

  • You must be a current Kroc Center member to participate.
  • Commit to volunteering to do an hour of work in the garden each week.
  • Upon arrival sign-in and sign-out before leaving.
  • Must wear enclosed shoes, clean clothing and clean gloves. Hand jewelry should be removed.
  • Those who are sick, have any symptoms of COVID-19, or have been exposed to someone diagnosed with COVID-19, are not permitted to come to the Horticultural Zone.
  • Must stay on the grass or wood chip areas unless instructed by Horticultural Zone staff.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Before beginning a task, must be instructed or trained on how to perform task.
  • Before using tools and equipment, must be instructed or trained on how to safely and properly use each item.
  • Ensure all harvesting equipment and containers are clean before use. Equipment should not be shared with others.
  • May take produce home with them on a weekly basis (after volunteering hour), as available. Please note that produce distribution is determined by needs of Kroc Center programs.
  • Must abide by all Horticultural Zone policies and procedures.
(215) 558-1580
Horticultural Zone Coordinator: Andrew.Nolan@use.salvationarmy.org

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