A community garden is a neighborhood area used by a group of people to grow fruits, vegetables and flowers.  The group shares the responsibility of planting, tending, and harvesting the garden for their use. Community gardens can improve the image and safety of neighborhoods, bring neighbors together, and help residents access healthy food and be physically active while having fun.

The Conservation Section works to facilitate local community gardens by developing municipal policies and educating community groups about available resources and tools, such as:

Chula Vista Community Garden Policy
In 2010, the City of Chula Vista adopted a community garden policy that provides a framework for community groups wishing to establish gardens on City-owned, vacant properties.

City Council Community Gardens Policy

Current Community Gardens

Chula Vista Gardens
As of December 2012, the only community garden in Chula Vista providing garden space to members of the general public is at Vista Square Elementary. 

In addition, there are a number of school gardens and private community gardens within the City.  For more information on school gardens, please contact Brian Kennedy of the Chula Vista Elementary School District, at briankennedy@cvesd.org.

Nearby Gardens

Olivewood Gardens - A garden aducation center for south San Diego County, which offers classes for adults and children in National City.

Seeds at City College - A teaching garden with a focus on growing vegetables located on the campus of San Diego City College.

For a map of other community gardens in the San Diego area, please visit the San Diego Community Garden Network.