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Garden Plots

Plots are at 649 S. Westgate Road, one block north of Dempster Street, adjacent to Terrace Elementary School.

Map & Directions

Have questions about our garden plots?

For registration questions, call (847) 391-5700

For In-season maintenance questions, call (847) 391-5744
(Oakwood Maintenance Facility, 1300 Oakwood Avenue)

Garden Plot Basics

  • Each plot is 20’ x 20’.
  • The plots will be open and ready for planting on May 1, 2023.
  • The opening date is always dependent on the weather.
  • Please continue to comply with the posted social distancing regulations.

Garden Plot Registration for 2024

Registrations are only taken in person at the Leisure Center, 2222 Birch Street. Map & directions to the Leisure Center

Des Plaines residents must also provide proof of residency (e.g.: a utility bill), in order to get resident rates.

A maximum of two plots is available to any one household.

Map & Directions for Leisure Center

Be sure to complete the following in order to register

  1. Click and download a PDF, or fill them out at the Leisure Center.
  2. 2024 Garden Plot Rules & Regulations
  3. Garden Plot Registration Form 2024
  4. Bring a Photo ID. Des Plaines residents must show proof of residency (e.g., a current utility bill).

Registration Dates

Returning Renters

Monday, January 8 – Friday, February 9

Residents who would like a new (different) plot site can register Monday, February 12 – Friday, February 23.

New Residents

Monday, February 26 – Friday, March 8

Non-residents

Monday, March 11

Garden Plot Rental Fees

Per Plot:

Resident: $55
Non-Resident: $65

Senior Discount: We’re pleased to offer a plot at half price to gardeners 60 years and older.

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