Where Greenbrier Grows
About The Garden
The BrierPatch Community Garden was established in 2016 by a group of seniors. They enjoyed it for a few years until they were no longer able to care for it. The garden went back to nature for several years until being brought back to life at the beginning of the 2023 season. It now functions as a means of creating a more engaged community and a space for organic gardening in order to provide better access to local produce.
We operate by volunteers that come together by working hard towards a healthy and sustainable garden that everyone can benefit from. Whether its at an event, in our Childrens Garden, or as a volunteer, we hope you’ll join us soon!
Vincent van Gogh
"Great things are done by a series of small things brought together"
How to Get Involved
You can be involved in the garden a number of ways. You can reserve a garden box for the year, or be a repeat volunteer. You can help with clean up, or harvest, or even events here at the garden. The garden is a great resource if you need help reducing your grocery bill, want to meet new people, or get involved in your community.
Upcoming Events
- Sat, Feb 24The BrierPatch Community GardenFeb 24, 2024, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PMThe BrierPatch Community Garden , 21 N. Broadway, Greenbrier AR 72058
- Sat, Feb 10The BrierPatch Community GardenFeb 10, 2024, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PMThe BrierPatch Community Garden , 21 N Broadview St, Greenbrier, AR 72058, USA
- Sun, Jan 2821 N Broadview StJan 28, 2024, 11:00 AM21 N Broadview St, 21 N Broadview St, Greenbrier, AR 72058, USA
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to All Your Questions
We’re here to answer all of your questions regarding The BrierPatch. Read some frequently asked questions and if you still haven’t found the answer you’re looking for, feel free to get in touch with us and we’ll be happy to assist you.
Are your classes and workshops free of cost?
Most are Free! We strive to keep our garden and events free but there are a few that are ticket only events, meaning that you must purchase a ticket to attend. These events are clearly designated so there are no surprises!
How can I join the Community Garden?
You can join our garden by emailing us or messaging us on Facebook. We will set up a time to meet and get you started! It is free but there is a form to be filled out before we can assign you a garden box!
Are you open on weekends and national holidays?
The garden is open all the time. We ask that you be respectful of others and not take what isn't yours. As a "member" of the garden you will be shown which areas are private gardens and which are community use!
Are there fees or forms?
It's free to be member, but there is a form to that must be filled out before you can start volunteering or gardening. This allows us to continue a good relationship with the city who graciously allows us to use the land the garden is on.
What do I need to bring?
Once you are a member of the garden, you will be assigned a box. This includes the garden box and soil. We do have some tools that have been donated for you to use. Please be respectful of the other members and return them when you are done using them. These tools stay at the garden so everyone can benefit.
What you need to bring: Gloves, Seeds or plants, Trellising items, Organic plant food and soil additives are all helpful.
Can I use any pesticides, fertilizers, or soil additives I want?
We are STRICTLY organic. This is actually one of our only rules. Use of non-organic pesticides, fertilizers, ect will result in the immediate loss of garden privileges. We are more than happy to help you if you have questions or need help deciding what to use!
Do you have a question that wasn’t listed? Get in touch with us today and we’ll be more than happy to help.
Support From Our Partners
Who We Count On
Through the help of our local and regional sponsors, we’ve gained an incredible amount of support. We’re very lucky to have maintained and expanded our Community Garden thanks to the people and groups that contribute. Our collaborative work with our sponsors and partners is extremely special and makes a world of difference for our success.
Whit Davis Lumber
Whit-Davis graciously donated and cut the lumber for new garden boxes and for several new boxes, allowing us to revamp the garden in 2023!
Derden Landscape
Derden has donated yards of soil and mulch which has made an incredible difference in the garden and enabled us to turn 2023 into an amazing production year!
Freyaldenhoven's Greenhouse
Thank you for the donation of many of our vegetable plants and helping complete the planting of our Children's Garden. We were able to donate several pounds of food back into the community.
Lowe's Home Improvement
All the seeds! Lowe's has donated many seed packets which get turned into food for our community and get sent home with school children who come on field trips!
Boy Scouts of America
Our local Boy Scouts and leaders have helped so much in the garden. They built the initial sign and benches, as well as jumping back in during 2023 to help carry soil, build boxes and lay landscape fabric and mulch!