As the Garden Grows

  I’m sure you’ve heard of running a tab in a restaurant or a bar. You order food and / or drink, and the establishment keeps track for you, then you settle up at the end of the visit. All well and good if you are an honest sort of person… both the patron and the establishment benefit. For the less than scrupulous types, known as dine-and-dashers, the arrangement is not so good for the establishment… they get left holding the bag, or in this case, the bill! That is why the plus tab has become popular. The patron is required to leave a credit card or a cash advance to pay the future bill. Elliott Farm Community Garden has been stiffed in the past, by rendering services in advance, then never getting paid for them. Simple economics forced us to adopt a policy of pay-in-advance. Frankly, we are too small to absorb losses like that.     To make things easier for everyone, we will allow you to run a Plus Tab. Deposit an amount of money with us as a credit, then spend...

  Raised garden beds offer significant advantages over traditional in-ground gardening by providing a controlled environment that is easier on both the plants and the gardener. The primary benefits include superior soil control, improved drainage, fewer weeds, and better accessibility for people with physical limitations.  Key Benefits of Raised Garden Beds: Cedar or Redwood : Naturally rot-resistant wood that can last over a decade. ·          Superior Soil Control: You can bypass poor native soil (like heavy clay or rocky ground) by filling beds with a custom, nutrient-rich mix. This is especially useful in urban areas to avoid soil contaminants like lead. ·          Better Drainage and Aeration: The elevated structure allows gravity to pull excess water away, preventing waterlogging and root rot, which is critical in wet climates or heavy rainfall areas. ·    ...