Welcome to
Diamond Valley
Community Gardens
Grow with us
Welcome to Diamond Valley Community Gardens! We’re thrilled to offer you two fantastic locations for our gardening beds—70 at our Black Diamond site and 40 at our Turner Valley site.
These vibrant spaces are perfect for nurturing a delightful array of fresh produce or beautiful flowers, all while building a wonderful sense of community.
Join us on the first Saturday of each month from January to June for our popular "Garden Talks". Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just beginning, these free sessions are packed with hands-on experience and invaluable knowledge on a variety of gardening topics, and everyone in the community is invited!
In the "Join Us" section below, you can download our community guidelines, registration package and map of both the Turner Valley and Black Diamond sites. There you will discover pricing, layout of garden beds, community events, and contact information. We are looking forward to gardening with you this year! Please also subscribe to our newsletter for any information you need throughout the season. Click here to subscribe now.
Rooted in community
The Diamond Valley Community gardens are run entirely by our gardeners who volunteer to make this project work as smoothly as possible. As well as looking after our own beds and surroundings, all members are invited to participate in getting to know our neighbours, learning more about gardening and sharing the bounty of our crops among ourselves and with the Oilfields Food Bank.
By renting a bed, a commitment to the gardens' maintenance is expected. Gardeners will choose an assignment that aligns with their own talents and abilities. The tasks are broken down to support everyone's needs.
Spring garden preparation and fall cleanup are collective annual events that take place each season and are weather dependent.
Please subscribe to our newsletter that will be sent out with important dates and events throughout the season.
Upcoming Events
Registration Day
March 7 • Sheep River Library
10 am - 2 pm
Simplify the process and just download and print the registration package and fill out at home, and bring with you the day of registration.
Please bring cash or cheque and we will provide you with a bed assignment and gate code.
Soil Enrichment Class
April 4 • Sheep River Library
3pm - 5 pm
Discover the art of composting and soil enrichment techniques to promote healthy and sustainable garden practices. This workshop highlights eco-friendly methods for both novice and experienced gardeners.
Garden Cleanup
Early April - TBD
Both Garden Sites 10 am - 3 pm
We love this event as it is the start of the season. We put out chairs, clean up the beds, meet returning and new gardeners and get ready for planting!
Join Us This Season
Welcome to our community gardens! Below, you'll find all the downloadable forms and maps you need to immerse yourself in our vibrant gardening community this year. We look forward to having you join us and grow!
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I reserve a bed for this gardening season?
Registration happens on Saturday, March 7 between 10 am and 2 pm. at the Sheep River Library. Please bring cash or cheque and fill out the signed registration package and contract and you will be assigned a bed. If you can't print the registration package at home, we will have forms available at signup day to fill in.
What is the history of the Community Gardens?
Click HERE to get a downloadable and printable history of our gardens.
What is included in my garden rental?
We provide access to water as well as mulch and compost on site for everyone's use.
When can I get access to my bed?
In early May the water is turned on but once you have paid your registration, we will provide you with your gate code to access your bed from dawn to dusk each day until we close in mid-October .