Bedminster Community Garden Opens With 253 Plots, Backed by $300K Grant

BEDMINSTER, NJ - Bedminster has a new community garden, and plots are available for reservation.

Somerset County Commissioner Melonie Marano joined Bedminster Council members May 1 for the ribbon cutting of the Bedminster Community Garden at 3055 River Road, officially opening the 253-plot space to residents of Bedminster, Far Hills, Bridgewater, and other Somerset County communities.

The project was supported by a $300,000 Somerset County Recreation Grant.

Plots are open daily from sunrise to sunset, April 1 through Nov. 30, weather permitting.

"The Community Garden advances the goals of Somerset County's Recreation Grant Program and Open Space Preservation Plan by creating an accessible, community-driven space that supports recreation, environmental stewardship, and social connection," Marano said. "Residents have the opportunity to grow their own produce and flowers, all while immersing themselves in nature."

To reserve a plot, residents can call Neil Mastrobuono at 908-212-7000, ext. 405, email nmastrobuono@bedminsternj.gov, or register online at register.communitypass.net/Bedminster.

More information on Somerset County's Open Space and Preservation Programs is available at somersetcountynj.gov.

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