Strongsville Community Garden grows much more than vegetables and flowers: Talk of the Towns [Video]

STRONGSVILLE, Ohio — The Strongsville Community Garden, a thriving oasis of greenery and camaraderie, has been cultivating more than just vegetables since its inception in 2017.

Nestled at 18181 Pearl Road within the Southwest Medical Center property, this garden boasts 65 plots, each measuring 4 feet by 8 feet, and serves as a nurturing ground for 65 families.

The initiative, a joint venture between the City of Strongsville and the Southwest General Medical Center, offers residents a unique opportunity to grow fresh, organic produce.

But the garden’s impact extends far beyond agriculture. It has become a vibrant hub for community interaction and mutual support.

“In the true spirit of a community, everyone helps out,” says Jennifer Milbrandt, coordinator of natural resources for Strongsville.

“I feel like our garden has become a community!”

Participation in the garden requires each plot holder …