The answers to some of your most common questions follow. If your question is not answered, call or mail us (electronic or otherwise) and we will respond to your query.

Who or what is Grow Regina?

Grow Regina is a volunteer group operating under the authority of The Regina Food Bank (formerly the Regina and District Food Bank Inc.).  The name Grow Regina is registered and owned by The Regina Food Bank, Grow Regina exists to operate and promote gardens as a healthy source of fresh vegetables and a place where people come together to build community.

Why are the new gardens named the YARA-Grow Regina Community Garden?

In November of 2007, YARA Belle Plaine, formerly known as Saskferco Products Inc., committed $50,000 towards helping offset the capital cost of establishing the gardens. By including Yara in the name we are recognizing the company’s generous contribution. Located near Belle Plaine Saskatchewan, Yara is one of the newest nitrogen fertilizer plants in North America and is proud to hold the current status as an industry leader in the introduction of nitrogen fertilizer products. In addition to being an industry leader, Yara prides itself on being a leader in the community and is proud to be the title sponsor of the YARA-Grow Regina community gardens.

Who owns the land on which the new gardens will sit?

McLeod Park is owned by the City of Regina and we are thankful to the City for leasing it to The Regina Food Bank on behalf of Grow Regina.

How do I find the Yara-Grow Regina Community Garden?

YARA-Grow Regina Community Garden is located in McLeod Park at 3500 Queen Street adjacent to Saint Marks Evangelical Lutheran Church in Lakeview.

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How do I rent a garden plot?

Renewing YARA-GRCG applications are accepted between March 1st and March 31st; NEW YARA-GRCG applications are considered until May 31st or until all current space has been assigned. If no space is available, your money will be refunded.

Anyone 18 years of age and older may submit an online YARA-GRCG Garden Application; the YARA-GRCG Orchard Application must still be printed and submitted by mail with your payment. It is important to read and understand the guidelines prior to submitting an application. Due to the demand for community gardening space, garden plot assignments are limited to one assignment per person to a maximum size of a 20×20; and a maximum of two assignments per household.

In the case of Renewal Applications requesting a larger space, please submit payment for the full amount of your request.  To make processing simpler, it is recommended that two cheques be submitted with your application (one for your renewal plot assignment and a separate one for the additional space requested).  If the additional space is not available your payment for the additional space will be refunded.

How big are the garden plots and how much do they cost to rent for a season?

Mini – 10′x10′ cost is $11 per year
Small – 10′x20′
Standard – 20′x20′
Extra Large – 20′x30′

Evergreen Accessible Garden – oblong and square raised bed under 90 sq. ft.

To learn more about costs, please follow this link: Costs

All gardens are subject to a non-refundable Administration Fee of $10.

*NOTE: A number of extra large plots currently assigned are only available to members who are renewing their application. It is understood that these extra large plots, upon surrender, will no longer be available for assignment in this size. This action is in response to meeting the demand for community gardens.

What is the cost for the Accessible Garden plots?

• Any plot under 90 sq ft is $10.00 including the Administration Fee.
• Anything over 90 sq. ft. is 11 cents per sq. ft. plus the Administration Fee.

What is the garden plot assignment criteria?

Consistent with Grow Regina’s previous practices and its obligations under both its Lease and the Community Garden Policy, Grow Regina membership is open to all residents of Regina with membership being confirmed through the rental of a garden plot and/or orchard plot. Garden plots are allotted on a first-come, first serve basis with priority given according to the following order:

• Returning gardeners who sign up and pay their fees by March 31st of each year.
• Individuals without a garden at home
• Those with special needs
• Requests for smaller plots or those sharing a plot
• All other requests
• Lakeview area residents

When will I know if I have a community garden plot with Grow Regina?

Grow Regina only accepts applications for the community garden located at 3500 Queen Street. For contact information to other community gardens in Regina offered through City of Regina Zone Board Programs, please refer to the bottom right side of the screen under “Other Community Gardens” in the green column.

1. All YARA-GRCG Garden Applications are to be processed via the internet; if a gardener does not have access to a computer please call Grow Regina at 352-4813 to have an application form mailed to you.
2. Renewing gardeners have from March 1st until March 31st to register for a garden plot and make request for either the same plot and a one-time option to either upgrade to a larger plot or down size to a smaller plot before NEW gardeners will be assigned a plot;
3. New YARA-GRCG Garden Applications are considered until May 31st or until all garden plots have been assigned. Plots for new applications will not be assigned until all last-year’s renewal application requests received are completed;
4. If any application cannot be assigned a plot for the current year, payments received will be refunded;
5. Any cancellation requests must be received in writing or email to Grow Regina by midnight of May 15th, in order to receive a full refund of any fees paid. Any requests after May 15th will not be refunded;
6. Finally, any plot assignment will not be considered until Grow Regina has received an application and payment in full for the garden fee – it is suggested that payment be sent to Grow Regina on the same date the application is made;

It is important to read the guidelines prior to submitting an YARA-GRCG Application.

How do I learn more about Orchard at YARA-GRCG?

YARA-GRCG Orchard Applicants must still be 18 years of age and older. Grow Regina accepts Orchard Applications throughout the growing season. Renewing members to pay their Orchard Application fees between March 1st and March 31st to maintain ownership of their planting. However, new Orchard Applications are accepted throughout the growing season. FYI, it is not necessary to have a vegetable garden to submit an Orchard Application.  Space currently available in the YARA-GRCG Orchard allows for 8 new tree applications.

In 2010, approximately 126 various fruit bearing native species will be planted this spring as part of the Evergreen Community Greening Project : Buffalo Berry, Cranberry, Saskatoon, American Plum, Pincherry, Haskap, Hybrid Cherry, Hazel Nut and Crab Apple.  These trees will be available as part of an Adopt-A-Tree program later in the near future.

1. To reserve a New tree space at a onetime cost of $50.00. Cost provides for registration, hole preparation, top soil, water, and mulch. Cost of tree is not included. Note: One application form is required for each tree space.
2. An Annual Renewal Fee is required to maintain ownership of the planting. The Annual Renewal Fee is $10.00 per year per tree. Failure to renew your application by June 1of any year will be interpreted by Grow Regina as cancellation and/or abandonment of planting.
3. To Adopt-A-Tree at a onetime cost of $50.00. Cost provides for registration, water, and mulch. Tree is provided.  Note: One application form is required for each tree space.

It is important to read the guidelines prior to submitting an YARA-GRCG Application.

What are the guidelines for gardening at YARA-GRCG?

To learn more about the guidelines please follow the link: Garden Guidelines and Orchard Guidelines.

How do I find my garden plot location?

The new garden numbering system is based on the Saskatchewan Land Titles design. Each 40′x40′ section is located by the 1-11 and A-J (the letter I is not used to avoid confusion). Each 10′x10′ is represented by a number from 1-16. This numbering system will be permanent.  Please note the garden size is square even though it appears as a rectangle.

Click twice on map above for a larger image to help you find your garden plot location at the YARA-Grow Regina Community Garden. (The image may take some time to download.)

Please Click Here to download a printable PDF file version of the YARA-GRCG Plot Map.

How can I help get involved with Grow Regina?

Any way you want to get involved, please Click Here for more information.