Jim Bacci, Dennis McNamara, Clare Skeen, Bill and Andrea Shadel, Lynne Kosobucki, Diane Calabrese and Marianne Schell are among the founders of the Elizabeth Street Community Gardens in Keyport, New Jersey. The Keyport Garden Club's Elizabeth Street Gardens Committee manages the gardens.
2026 RENEWAL PRIORITY for returning gardeners in good standing—those who have complied with all prior season rules and requirements—receive priority consideration January 1st to February 1st.
2026 OPEN ENROLLMENT is from February 1st through April 1st. If all plots are filled, a waitlist will be created in the order applications are received.
$35 ESCG Membership: includes 1 garden plot - for an individual and/or a family and shared gardening tools
KGC Optional Add-On for ESCG Members:
ESCG members who wish to participate in KGC events must be covered by Garden Club of NJ (GCNJ) insurance.
Add $12 per person to become a participating KGC Member.
Dedicated to maintaining an organic community garden that provides education and beautification to the community and supplies food for its members, Elizabeth Street Community Garden (ESCG) members maintain the grounds at the ESCG, working in a spirit of cooperation and fellowship. Our goal is to offer a safe and attractive environment to people desiring a place to learn and grow edible produce and flowers.
Plots are $35 per year, to cover the cost of materials and insurance.
Plot size is 4 x 8.' First come, first served.
Keyport residents may apply for one plot per household.
Returning gardeners have priority until February 1st and will receive a registration email. Open registration to residents of Keyport will start after that date.
APPLICATION PACKAGE IS BELOW
The garden is located at the corner of Elizabeth and Church Streets. Our growing season is March to February. Novice and experienced gardeners are welcome!
The ESCG is managed by the Keyport Garden Club.
Herbs, lettuces, tomatoes, more!
Advice is available. You might also check out the Square Foot Gardening Plan for lots of ideas.
