Garden Plots
If you have questions about Garden Plot Rental, please call Cindy Yelich, at 847-391-5711.
For more than thirty years, Garden Plots have been provided and maintained by the Park District through our partnership with Commonwealth Edison.
The 20’ x 20’ garden plots are located east of Westgate Road adjacent to Terrace School between Thacker and Miller Streets. Plots will be plowed and made ready for planting as of May 1, weather permitting. In compliance with the Des Plaines Park District policy, animals (except seeing-eye dogs and service dogs) are prohibited in garden plot areas. All animals (including seeing-eye dogs and service dogs) in the pubic area are required by law to be leashed and cleaned up after.
No motorized vehicles are allowed on the bike path adjacent to the garden plots.
In order to provide Garden Plots for as many people as possible, there is a strict two plot maximum per household.
2017 Garden Plot Information
Read the Garden Plot Guidelines and Regulation.
Remember: all renters must register in person.
Returning Renters: Watch for information about when registration opens for 2017.
Registration must be completed in-person, only at the Leisure Center, 2222 Birch Street.
To reserve your previous plot, you must bring in a photo ID and proof of residency (e.g: utility bill).
New Resident Renters
Registration begins Monday, March 13, 2017 8:30am, only at the Leisure Center.
Garden Plots are always issued on a first-come, first served basis.
Note: Proof of residency and age must be presented in order to receive resident and senior rates.
Non-Resident Renters
Registration for ALL non-residents begins Monday, March 27, 2017, at 8:30am.
Garden Plot Fees for 2017
NOTE: 2017 fees have not been finalized. (For reference only, the 2016 fees were R: $35/NR: $45.)
Senior Discount: 50% off for seniors who are 60 years or older.
Two plots maximum per household.
