Hunter Park GardenHouse

Hunter Park GardenHouse Year-round farm and gardening education center on Lansing's Eastside. We are open 5 days a week, and offer a wide assortment of programs.
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The Hunter Park GardenHouse, a project of Allen Neighborhood Center, serves as a demonstration site and hub for year-round garden education, where neighbors volunteer to grow food, flowers, and community, and youth develop job and life skills in service to the neighborhood. Since 2008, the Hunter Park GardenHouse has empowered neighbors to grow, prepare, and eat healthy food to better their health

and become better connected with the community. Our current programs include:

Garden Education Workshops & Services
Gardening Workshops- a full menu of year-round gardening workshop options. Urban Gardener Certification Course, a multi-session course teaching a variety of skills including planting food crops, designing home gardens, seed starting, composting, and soil science. GardenHouse Products
In effort to become financially sustainable, we are expanding our selection of products and services for sale, in which money raised will benefit our charitable programs, allowing us to provide services and programs for neighbors who can’t afford to pay. Our main annual fundraiser include a spring plant sale of vegetable and herb starts, a fall native plant sale, and regular produce sales through the Allen Neighborhood Center’s Veggie Box program. Growing Food
We grow and sell produce through a Multi-Season, multi-grower CSA- The Allen Neighborhood a Center Veggie Box. Youth Programs
Take Root Garden Club- a youth program for ages 5-10, focusing on nutrition and fitness education through gardening. Youth Service Corps- a job and life skills training program for youth ages 11-17, in which youth participate in service-learning projects focusing on food access: Garden-in-a-Box, Edible Park, Park Cart, and Fruit Tree Project.

Come by Today for FREE PRODUCE FRIDAY!10AM-12PM 500 E Clifford St Lansing, MI 48912
06/27/2025

Come by Today for FREE PRODUCE FRIDAY!
10AM-12PM
500 E Clifford St
Lansing, MI 48912

Come on by and get your FREE produce!we will have...Collard GreensMustard GreensCucumbersBlack Magic KaleCurly KaleLettu...
06/25/2025

Come on by and get your FREE produce!
we will have...
Collard Greens
Mustard Greens
Cucumbers
Black Magic Kale
Curly Kale
Lettuce
Chinese Cabbage
Herbs
& MORE!

You might notice something new in Edible Park...Tomato trellising Whether you're growing tomatoes, cucumbers, or floweri...
06/24/2025

You might notice something new in Edible Park...Tomato trellising
Whether you're growing tomatoes, cucumbers, or flowering vines, trellising can elevate your gardening game. Start small with a DIY trellis or explore various designs to suit your garden's needs.

Space Efficiency: Vertical growth frees up ground space, allowing you to plant more in the same area.

Healthier Plants: Elevating plants improves air circulation and sunlight exposure, reducing the risk of diseases.

Aesthetic Appeal: Trellises add vertical interest and beauty to your garden.

Mark Your Calendars!
06/12/2025

Mark Your Calendars!

We’re excited to introduce Edward and Ella, our newest GardenHouse Fellows! They’ll be bringing fresh energy, creativity...
06/11/2025

We’re excited to introduce Edward and Ella, our newest GardenHouse Fellows! They’ll be bringing fresh energy, creativity, and passion to the garden community this season.

🌱🎉 Congratulations to all the participants who completed the Urban Gardener Certificate Program this Tuesday! Here's to...
05/29/2025

🌱🎉 Congratulations to all the participants who completed the Urban Gardener Certificate Program this Tuesday! Here's to the growth you've cultivated and the green spaces you'll nurture. Keep planting the seeds of change!

Join us for Free Produce Friday at Hunter Park GardenHouse, held every other Friday. Enjoy fresh, organically grown prod...
05/28/2025

Join us for Free Produce Friday at Hunter Park GardenHouse, held every other Friday. Enjoy fresh, organically grown produce harvested right here at the GardenHouse. Please bring your own bags or boxes. Come share in the harvest!

We will have...
Collards
Kale
Swiss Chard
Lettuce
Herbs
Rhubarb

Last Tuesday, our Urban Garden Certificate Program participants had the pleasure of visiting the inspiring 1991greenery,...
05/27/2025

Last Tuesday, our Urban Garden Certificate Program participants had the pleasure of visiting the inspiring 1991greenery,LLC Homestead in Lansing, MI. This urban oasis exemplifies how every inch of a yard can be transformed into a productive and beautiful garden space.
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During our visit, we collaborated on building a functional worm bin, enhancing the homestead's composting system and demonstrating sustainable practices in action. The hands-on experience provided valuable insights into maximizing small spaces for urban gardening.

A heartfelt thank you to Hillary Coleman, the visionary behind 1991greenery, for welcoming us and sharing her wealth of knowledge. Her dedication to urban homesteading and community education is truly inspiring.

05/27/2025

Come and get your FREE Veggie Starts!
They will be out here all day. Bring your own bags and trays 🌿🌱

05/21/2025

Looking to elevate your garden game? Meet the Corinto Cucumber—the ultimate choice for growers seeking reliability, flavor, and resilience. Here's why Corinto stands out:

✨High-Yield & Early Harvest
Corinto cucumbers mature in just 48 days, producing an abundance of uniform, dark green fruits measuring 7–8 inches. Their small seed cavities and crisp texture make them perfect for fresh eating and salads.

🌿 Disease-Resistant Powerhouse
This hybrid variety boasts intermediate resistance to common cucumber ailments, including powdery mildew, cucumber mosaic virus, and cucumber vein yellowing virus, ensuring a healthier, more robust crop.

🌡️Versatile Growing Conditions
Corinto thrives in both cool springs and hot summers, making it ideal for various climates. Its parthenocarpic nature means it sets fruit without pollination, perfect for greenhouse cultivation or areas with low pollinator activity.

🪴 Perfect for Containers & Trellises
With vigorous growth and a vining habit, Corinto cucumbers excel when trellised, saving space and promoting straighter fruits. They're also well-suited for container gardening, bringing fresh produce to patios and balconies.

Ready to grow your best cucumbers yet?

We'll be grilling hot dogs and burgers; you're welcome to bring a side dish to share or simply bring yourself. Come enjo...
05/21/2025

We'll be grilling hot dogs and burgers; you're welcome to bring a side dish to share or simply bring yourself. Come enjoy good food and great company!

Address

500 Clifford Street
Lansing, MI
48912

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 12pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 12pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 12pm
Thursday 5pm - 7:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 12pm

Telephone

+15179993910

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