Growing Good Vibes

Pequannock’s community

gardens thrive thanks to local support, dedicated volunteers and lots of green thumbs.

BY DEBBIE WALSH

In a town with a rich farming history, it is no wonder several community gardens have sprouted up on Pequannock’s fertile plains. Rooted in sustainability and healthy eating trends, community gardens also plant the seeds of contentment, friendship, collaboration and even personal growth.

The Pequannock Township Community Garden (PTCG), the Sunset Community Garden and Chilton Garden are three places where local planters connect with their community and Mother Earth. Of the three, the PTCG has the bragging rights for having been around the longest. The Jersey tomato, which helps put the garden in Garden State, thrives in all three community gardens.