From under the elm

People are hungry in Edmond, Oklahoma. There were times as a child that I was hungry. People don't get enough fresh vegetables. It is my hope to provide a source of nutritious fresh food to my community of local food banks, kitchens, friends and family.

The garden sits in the bottom land of Chisholm Creek and has great top soil and a nice flat 1/2 acre for cultivation. We have added a water well, irrigation and electricity.

The setting is my favorite reason to garden here. The old elm tree shades a nice sitting area from which to view the garden and the rich nature that comes and goes in the bottom.

• Sweet corn - 700 ears
• Onions - 150 pounds
• Garlic - 50 heads
• Red Shallot - 50 lb
• Cantaloupe - 50
• Peppers - 25 boxes
• Summer Squash - 3 boxes
• Tomatoes - 15 boxes
• Okra - 25 boxes
• Green Beans - 8 boxes
• Blackberries - 6 boxes

Even in prosperous Edmond, food banks do a steady business serving the poor. Most efforts are operated by volunteers. They almost always need help. Please give cash or volunteer.

Great examples:
Regional Food Bank: where you can donate  or  volunteer.

Other Options, Inc. in OKC

Project66 Community Food Pantry in Edmond