We grow vegetables year 'round and have room for our wild neighbors and a little bit of a cooling breath. Owl Orchard grew from the fallow field created for the Reedy Creek Flood Plain project. After a while, neighbors began gardening in the field, taking advantage of its space and sunlight. It lies along Reedy Creek, a tributary of the James River. Because of that, Owl Orchard has a neighborly relationship with all sorts of local wild life that follow the creek all the way up. Several endangered species call Owl Orchard and Reedy Creek home, like pileated woodpeckers and rare turtles. Everything that happens in Owl Orchard has a light footprint. We use organic fertilizers and supplements. We include pro-bee/butterfly/hummingbird enticing blooming plants. Throughout the day, and throughout the year, we are assured color, flight, and song. No one under the age of eighteen (18) years shall be on Community Garden property without adult supervision.
2. Parents are responsible for the constant supervision of their child/children at all times.
3. Children should not be in another gardener's area without the permission/presence of that gardener.
4. Pets and/or livestock are not allowed in any Community Garden.
5. No alcohol, drugs, or illegal substances are allowed on City Property and any use will result in immediate revocation of the permit.
6. Plants regulated or prohibited by federal and state laws are prohibited in gardens. If any such plants are found, the permit for the parcel will be immediately revoked.
