Community Spotlight: Camden Community Garden

Last season the team launched consistent weekly workdays, held Saturdays 9-11AM. During these two-hour sessions, volunteers might find themselves weeding beds, harvesting produce, mowing between rows, or planting the next round of crops. With 20 beds full of vegetables and fruits that span the rainbow – from bell peppers and yellow squash to green beans and eggplants – there is always something growing. Several beds are also dedicated to herbs and flowers that attract and support pollinators, reinforcing the garden’s environmental impact beyond food production.  

Martin is quick to note that the garden is “not a grocery store,” but is a wonderful resource for neighbors to enjoy and learn from. “As the weather warms, more residents stop by to see what’s coming up, ask questions, and take part. The invitation is simple: come see what we have to offer. This is YOUR community garden.” 

For Stephen, the weekly workdays offer something deeper. He described them as “dedicated time for myself” – a chance to immerse himself in the community, share conversations, get his hands in the dirt, and experience a form of meditation. It’s a reminder that environmental work nourishes people, too. 

The garden’s tagline says it best: growing more than veggies. Over the years, Martin has watched not only crops but also the community flourish. What began as a vacant trash-strewn lot has become a true community space rooted in stewardship, connection, and shared purpose. 

Interested in digging in? The Camden Community Garden is one of several local gardens that can use more helping hands. Get updates from the Camden Community Garden on Facebook and the Boundless Community Garden on Instagram. There’s also a small community garden near the Friendship Bridge in downtown Salisbury called the Edible Garden – reach out to SBYediblegarden@gmail.com to get involved.