The Farmer and the Foodie
The Farmer & The Foodie is a program that highlights the power of local food and sustainable agriculture in Kentucky. Seedleaf plays a vital role in this mission by cultivating community gardens and providing fresh produce to underserved neighborhoods in Lexington. Through educational programs, volunteer opportunities, and partnerships, Seedleaf empowers residents to grow their own food and promotes healthier, more sustainable communities. Their dedication to fighting food insecurity is transforming urban spaces into green, thriving areas that nourish both people and the planet.
ABOUT US
Seedleaf is a community gardening organization that provides horticultural training and supports the practice of gardening and small scale farming in the urban spaces of Lexington, Kentucky.
OUR MISSION
Nourishing Communities through growing and sharing food.
OUR VALUES
Seedleaf values the ongoing connection of people to land, the incubation of healthy community interdependence and the cultivation of growers. We believe that this leads to the development of a robust local food economy and a just and equitable system of stewardship over urban land.
GET INVOLVED
Volunteering to plant urban gardens offers numerous benefits for individuals and communities alike. It fosters a sense of community engagement and collaboration, bringing people together to work towards a common goal. Urban gardens enhance the environment, improve air quality, and promote biodiversity by transforming places into green areas. Additionally, these gardens provide fresh produce, contributing to food security in urban areas and encouraging healthier eating habits. Gardening itself can also positively affect mental health, reducing stress and promoting a sense of accomplishment and connection to nature. Volunteers cultivate plants and nurture stronger, more resilient communities through these collective efforts.
Upcoming Events!
Seedleaf’s Birthday!
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Water Works
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Locations
Our Gardens
Seedleaf manages 10 free, you-pick gardens and a 2-acre urban farm that are open to the public in North Lexington. Our London Ferrell Community garden has plots available for rent on a sliding scale. Email Garden@seedleaf.org to inquire about plot rentals and requirements.
Seedleaf’s Headwater farm is a 30-acre farm located in North Lexington and is open to group group visits and field trips. please email farm@seedleaf.org for more information on how to visit.
Use the map to locate your nearest free, you-pick community garden location.
“The single greatest lesson the garden teaches is...that as long as the sun still shines and people still can plan and plant, think and do, we can, if we bother to try, find ways to provide for ourselves without diminishing the world.”
