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## Licking County and Central Ohio Garden Enthusiasts: Growing Community Through Local Gardening
NEW GROUP!
We're just getting started and looking for our first members to help this community grow from the ground up!
We're a relaxed community of gardening enthusiasts in Licking County and Central Ohio who share a passion for native plants, pollinators, sustainable practices, and Ohio's natural beauty.
*What to expect:*
• Regular posts about local gardening events, plant sales, workshops, and nature programs
• Opportunities to connect with fellow gardeners in our rural community
• A platform to share gardening tips, plant suggestions, and local resources
• Occasional informal meetups at community gardens, arboretums, and nature centers
*A personal note from the organizer:*
As a recent transplant to the area, I'm starting this group to put down roots in more ways than one! Gardening has brought me joy, better health, connection with nature, and a sense of purpose - benefits I hope to share with neighbors who feel the same way.
*This group is perfect for anyone interested in:*
• Learning about Ohio native plants and supporting pollinators
• Discovering local gardening resources and events you might otherwise miss
• Connecting with neighbors who share your gardening interests
• Building a more resilient, nature-friendly community in our rural area
Whether you're an experienced gardener or just starting out, join us to stay informed about local gardening happenings and connect with like-minded enthusiasts in Licking County and beyond!
No membership fees or participation requirements - simply join, stay informed, and participate when you can.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- 🌱 Lynd Fruit Farm 4th Annual Earth Day Celebration and Native Plant SaleLynd Fruit Farm, Pataskala, OH
4th Annual Earth Day Celebration!
This year the Celebration is scheduled for April 26th with activities running from 10am-2pm.
This is a non-ticketed event. Everyone is welcome! Food trucks, Birds of Prey, kids crafts, live music, raspberry plants, apple trees, and of course NATIVE PLANTS for Sale by Monarch Meadows Native Plant Nursery
Where: Lynd Fruit Farm, 9399 Morse Rd, Pataskala Ohio 43062
Time: Activities will be from 10am- 2pm. The Market will remain open until 5pm.Apple Tree Sales
Lynd Fruit Farm will be offering young, bare root apple trees for sale! Talk with Andy, Cody or Noah at this event to learn how you can grow your own apples right in your backyard!
Birds of Prey Exhibit
Have you ever been face-to-face with a Kestrel?? Now is your chance! Manon VanSchoyck from Ohio Nature Education will be set up with several different Species of these wonderful birds- from Kestrels to owls, you're not going to want to miss this!
Our Earth Day Celebration is the grand opening for Spring Native Plant Sales. Alex and Grace will have Click here for Native Plant List Available at the Earth Day sale at least 50+ different species to choose from on opening day, with more coming each week.
Free to the public, no RSVP needed, just show up!
