Wellesley has two community gardens with over 100 plots for residents to rent for a nominal yearly fee.
Brookside Community Gardens
There are 40 garden plots at Brookside, and they cover a total of about 2.4 acres. They land is located on the south side of Oakland Street between Standish Rd. and Brookside Rd. in a residential area. Part of the property abuts the Wellesley Country Club, and Rosemary Town Forest is across the street.
Prospective gardeners may apply beginning in January; there is a waiting list for plots.
For additional information, email brooksidegardenclub@gmail.com
Weston Road Gardens
There are about 90 plots in a 2.5 acre space at the Weston Road Gardens. The area is part of the North 40, a 46-acre parcel that the town purchased from Wellesley College for $35 million in 2014.
Prospective gardeners may apply beginning in January; there is a waiting list for plots.
The Natural Resources Council serves as administrator for both Brookside and the Weston Road Community Gardens. These gardens are licensed by independent resident gardening boards.
