Gardening provides delicious food, exercise and stress relief, but it’s not always an option. Many seniors are no longer capable of growing large gardens, and transportation may be a barrier to tending a community plot.
Harpswell Aging at Home, Harpswell Heritage Land Trust and Harpswell Coastal Academy are teaming up for a second year to provide residents of all ages and abilities with simple container gardens.
Many vegetables can be grown successfully in pots, which can be placed on a deck or in the yard. Container gardens are easy to care for, and they can provide an abundance of fresh and healthy food.
If standard gardening presents a challenge, reserve free container gardens by contacting Julie Moulton at juliemoulton28@gmail.com or 207-330-5416. Gardens should be reserved by May 12. They will be delivered to homes in late May.
Options include a cherry tomato in a 5-gallon pot, culinary herbs in a rectangular window box or salad greens in a rectangular window box. Limit one of each type per household.
