Flooding 2021
Record rainfall has caused flooding, road and highway closures, and evacuations in southeast Abbotsford. As a result, the Abbotsford Community Garden is under water. These photos were taken on the afternoon of November 16, 2021.
COVID Protocols June 2021
Gardeners are reminded that these important protocols are in effect at the garden. Maintain distance from other gardeners The six-foot / two-metre guideline is a MINIMUM distance that must be kept at all times. When you walk past a plot, you are likely within that...
Insect Science at the Garden
This post is by BC Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Fisheries entomologist and garden member Tracy Hueppelsheuser about insect pest research in the community garden. Helpful information about the species being watched for this season.
Amending Your Soil
From time to time the Abbotsford Community Garden makes compost available to members who wish to use it. As a plot holder you are not obliged to use these products. You are free to bring your own amendments (following the requirements in the garden agreement).
Guidelines for Pathways
This post helps us understand the garden’s common pathways. Our rules and guidelines keep it a safe and enjoyable place for everyone. Please review them regularly in the Abbotsford Community Garden Agreement Supplement Guide.
Newsletter August 2020
Despite a rocky beginning with Covid-19 and the slow start to summer sunshine, our gardens are now thriving. We are a community even though many of us are strangers to each other. Let’s look out for each other and keep the spirit of harmony and respect.
COVID-19 Measures
Losing the ability to grow fresh vegetables, as well as the mental and physical benefits of working outside in the soil, would have felt like quite a hardship, so we are thankful that we can continue to garden our plots at the Abbotsford Community Garden. However,...