Step One

Obtain a Home Gardens application in one of the following ways:

• Fill out your application online
• Download a printable application in PDF format
• Email [email protected] to receive an application by mail
• Or contact our program Manager Antonio by phone at 503-284-8420 x102

Step Two

Fill out and submit your application online or mail it to the Growing Gardens office at:

C/O Home Gardens
3114 SE 50th Ave
Portland, OR 97206 

Your name will be added to our waitlist in the order in which the application was received. Our waitlist is separated regionally in Portland (N, NE, SE), Gresham, Milwaukie, and Oregon City to ensure that we are evenly distributing our program services.

Step Three

Once your name reaches the top of our waitlist our staff will contact you to schedule a site visit and program orientation.

During this visit, we will talk about where you want your garden located, take a soil sample for testing, and bring paperwork for you to complete.

At this point, you will receive a schedule for your garden installation, seasonal classes, and supply distribution dates.

Step Four

Let's build a garden! Your official garden build will take place sometime between the months of June and October.

When the big day arrives, our experienced team of volunteers will arrive at your home to break ground and officially build on your brand-new garden! 

Your neighborhood garden adviser will schedule routine visits from here to provide additional resources and answer any questions you may have.