If you've been wanting your own garden, but don't have the space or availability to plant one, there are community garden plots available. The cities of Davenport, Rock Island, and Bettendorf all have spots for rent that you can take on as "yours" for the summer.
In Bettendorf, space is available at the Scott County Extension office, 875 Tanglefoot Lane. There are 11 in-ground, 8 ft 1 in x 14 ft plots available and 8 4 ft square raised beds. All bed spaces are $10 each. To rent a plot, call Julia Blazevic at (563) 359-7577. There are some tools on-site available for gardeners to use, and water will be available on site.
Davenport hosts many sites. There are 9 beds at Goose Hollow, 9th and Ripley Streets and 7 at the Friendly House on Myrtle Street. These plots are $10 each with a $20 refundable deposit. For more information, or to rent a plot, call Julia Blazevic at (563) 359-7577. Also, the Davenport Parks and Rec Dept. has 36 plots to rent at 7th and Farnam streets. Plots will be tilled by May 1st. Water will be available on site. Plots are $35 for a 10 x 10 foot and $40 for a 4 x 16 foot. A $20 refundable deposit will be charged for all plots. The Davenport Community and Economic Development Department will work with individuals/groups interested in starting a community garden at any of the 170 empty city lots that are suitable. For more information, call Roy DeWitt at (563) 888-3440.
Rock Island has about 70 vacant lots throughout the city. You must do your own tilling and provide your own water. Rent is $1. For more information, call (309) 732-2933
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