Page last updated on March 28, 2023 at 2:01 pm
About Willie Streeter Community Garden
In Winslow Woods Park on South Highland Avenue, Willie Streeter Community Garden is a place for members of the public to try their hands at gardening in rented plots. The garden includes in-ground plots (available in two sizes) as well as raised beds for rent. Garden tools, other amenities, and educational opportunities are available to gardeners as well.
Plots are available for use starting in mid-April.
For more information about the community gardening program, or about renting a garden plot at Willie Streeter Community Garden, call (812) 349-3704 or communitygardens@bloomington.in.gov.
Registration and Garden Plot Rental
2022 gardeners in good standing can register for the same plot they used in 2022 from February 15-24, 2023.
Registration for gardeners wishing to switch plots, and all new gardeners, begins on March 1, 2023.
Garden plots are available to rent throughout the season or until all plots are rented.
Hours of Operation
Dawn to dusk, April through October.
Winslow Woods Park is open from 5 a.m.-11 p.m. daily year 'round.
Community Gardens Agreement
Click here to read the 2023 Community Gardens Agreement.
Financial Assistance
Community Gardening plot rental assistance funds have all been utilized for the 2023 season, and additional applications are no longer being accepted.
| Registration Code | 2023 Plot Rental Fee | Plot Description |
|---|---|---|
| 165202-A | $80/in-city, $92/non-city | Organic Large Plot 200 sq. ft. |
| 165202-B | $45/in-city, $52/non-city | Organic Small Plot 100 sq. ft. |
| 165202-C | $45/in-city, $52/non-city | Organic Raised Bed 32 sq. ft. |
Community Gardening Program
Large and small garden plots available for rent.
Butler Park Community Gardens
Organic garden plots at the corner of West Ninth and North Fairview Streets in Bloomington.
Switchyard Park Community Garden
39 raised beds available for rent inside Switchyard Park
Community Gardening Classes
Educational programs for the home garden and landscape.
Report a problem in Willie Streeter Garden
Use the uReport online system to report a problem or make a comment.
Accessibility
See Community Gardening main page for full details.
Sponsorships and Donations
The Community Gardening program benefits from generous donations from corporations, businesses, groups and individuals in the form of seeds, plants, tools, soil amendments and other supplies, which allow us to keep our gardening opportunities affordable to all. There are a number of opportunities to become a donor to or sponsor of the Community Gardening program. Sponsorships or donations are accepted throughout the year. For more information about making a sponsorship or donation to the City's community gardens, contact Sarah Mullin at 812-349-3704 or email communitygardens@bloomington.in.gov.