St. Louis University Community Gardens-Rules, Terms, and Conditions for Garden Bed Growers

The SLU community beds are open to SLU and neighborhood community members. Plots are assigned to individuals with the intention that they be used in accordance with the rules, terms, and conditions outlined below. If you are found to be in violation of any rules, you may lose your plot and the right to your plot for the next growing season. This will be determined by SLU staff.

If approved for a plot in this garden I will abide by the following rules, terms, and conditions:

1. To remain a member, I must attend one garden orientation meeting and contribute at least 30 minutes of labor per month for the maintenance of common areas.
2. When my garden plot is assigned, I will cultivate and plant in it within one month. I will continue to use the plot for the entirety of the 2020 season. I understand I will be notified if my plot appears neglected or abandoned, and if the situation Is not corrected my plot may be forfeited.
3. I will not share the fence lock combination with others not associated with the garden.
4. To the best of my ability, I will keep my plot free of weeds, pests and diseases. I will keep my plot, paths, and surrounding areas clean and neat. I understand that by not keeping control of weeds they may spread to other garden beds, hindering other gardeners' abilities to grow healthy plants.
5. If vacations or other circumstances prevent me from caring for my plot, I will notify SLU garden staff and will arrange to have my plot watered, maintained and harvested in a way consistent with SLU garden standards.
6. As this farm under USDA standards, I will only use organic gardening methods. I will not apply synthetic pesticides, herbicides, fungicides or fertilizers on my plot. Additionally, I understand that planting organic seeds and seedlings is highly encouraged. If I am unsure about a product's classification as organic or nonorganic, I will consult SLU garden staff.
7. I will respect the communal tools and will clean them and return them to the storage shed at the end of each use.
8. If I must abandon my plot for any reason I will notify the SLU garden as soon as possible. I am responsible for leaving my garden space in reasonable conditions and I will remove all structures and other non-plant materials unless arrangements are made.
9. I use this garden at the sole discretion of the SLU garden leaders and agree to abide by the policies and practices put forth. This agreement Is for one gardening season and must be renewed annually.
10. Pets are allowed only if the gardener cleans up pet waste immediately.