Start Your 2026 Community Garden in Vancouver
The City of Vancouver is home to five public community gardens that provide the opportunity to grow fruit, vegetables and flowers within designated areas of some Vancouver parks. Community gardening allows you to experience the gratification of producing flowers and food for your own table, regardless of the space you have at home.
Vancouver Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Community Garden Program has a variety of plot sizes and types available at multiple garden locations. If you have questions that are not answered on this page, please contact the Community Gardens information line at 360-487-7099 or email CommunityGardens@cityofvancouver.us.
2026 Community Garden Season - Registration Schedule
Priority registration for eligible returning gardeners will open at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026.
Registration for new gardeners will open at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026.
During the open registration period, you can reserve your plot online. You can also register in-person or over the phone at our community centers. Interpretation services are available upon request.
Firstenburg Community Center | 360-487-7001 | 700 N.E. 136th Ave.
Marshall Community Center | 360-487-7100 | 1009 E. McLoughlin Blvd.
Phone and online registrations must be paid for using a credit card. Initial registration is limited to one plot.
Planting Schedule
Gardens open for the season: mid-April
Gardens close for the season: early November
All dates are dependent on weather conditions. Winter weather may impact the City’s ability to prepare garden beds and may delay the start of planting. Please plan accordingly.
Plot Assignments: Plots will not be assigned or shared in advance of final staking and stringing preparation. You will see your plot assignment on site after the gardens have opened for the season. Emails and phone calls regarding plot location questions will not be returned until after all garden sites have been opened for the season. Plants installed prior to garden opening will be subject to removal at the discretion of Community Garden staff.
Local Gardening Resources: Connect with Master Gardeners, an extension program of Washington State University, for information on how to start your garden and to learn new techniques. If you need seeds, the Fort Vancouver Regional Libraries Seed Lending Library may be a good resource.