Topic: garden

My visit to Clarksville’s Farmers Market

By Beth Robinson | August 1, 2009 |

Local farmers sell their fresh garden produce on Thursdays and Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. till 2:00 p.m. at the historic L&N Train Station located at Commerce and 10th Street.

You’ll see nice people, pay fair prices, and enjoy eating fresh healthy food.  I bought a watermelon, cantaloupe and tomatoes from Mr. & Mrs. Heflin. From other vendors, I also bought a dozen ears of corn, cucumbers and a fresh baked chocolate pie. «Read the rest of this article»

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Sign up for Clarksville community supported agriculture

By Beth Robinson | May 21, 2009 |

Would you like to sign up for the Garden of Hope CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) Program?  CSA boxes will cost $20/week for 12 weeks. You will receive a box full of fresh, seasonal vegetables throughout the growing season.  The CSA boxes will be available for pick-up on the farm [860 Hornbuckle Road] each Friday from 3:00 – 6:00 pm from July 3rd through September 18th.  Boxes can be paid for on-site weekly or full payment can be made in advance.

Your support will benefit Clarksville’s F.U.E.L and Loaves and Fishes programs as well as provide fresh, home-grown veggies for your family.

The Garden of Hope is a local community outreach program sponsored in part by the City of Clarksville Office of Housing and Community Development, UT/TSU Cooperative Extension program in Montgomery County, other organizations and businesses. «Read the rest of this article»

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Garden of Hope project seeks Volunteers

By Beth Robinson | May 1, 2009 |

The Garden of HOPE needs your help and support. The project will help raise funds and awareness regarding the hungry citizens in our community. Garden of Hope volunteers will plant, care for and harvest produce that will be sold to raise funds for local food programs including F.U.E.L, Loaves and Fishes and other groups feeding the hungry.See attached flier about the project. An organizational meeting is being held on May 5, 2009 at 9:30 am in the conference room of the City’s Housing and Community Development Office.

The Garden of Hope is a local community outreach program sponsored in part by the City of Clarksville Office of Housing and Community Development, UT/TSU Cooperative Extension program in Montgomery County, other organizations and businesses. «Read the rest of this article»

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Master Gardeners plant sale

By Beth Robinson | October 9, 2008 |

Montgomery County Master Gardeners Plant Sale will be held Saturday, October 11 at 9:00 a.m. and continue until  until sold out. The event will be held at Veterans Plaza, 350 Pageant Lane.

A wide variety of locally grown perennials, priced to sell, will be available along with advice and growing tips from Tennessee Master Gardeners.

For more information, contact  931-647-4328 or

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