Request Garden Tools, Seeds and Plants for Your Baltimore Community Garden
Planting Words provides gardening tools, seeds and plants to community gardens in low income areas across Baltimore City, Baltimore County and surrounding Maryland communities. If your neighborhood garden needs supplies, tell us about it below and our team will follow up.
Tools, seeds and plants for neighborhoods that grow together.
Who Can Request Garden Supplies?
We support community gardens that bring neighbors together to grow food, flowers and hope, especially in low income neighborhoods. Requests are welcome from:
- Neighborhood and block associations
- Churches and faith communities
- Schools and youth programs
- Nonprofits and community organizations
- Resident groups caring for a shared garden space
Our supplies depend on donations, so we review every request and reply by email about what we can provide.
What We Can Help With
Gardening Tools
Shovels, rakes, hand trowels, gloves and other basics your volunteers need to work the beds.
Seeds
Vegetable, herb and flower seeds to get your season started.
Starter Plants
Young plants that give your garden a head start.
Kind Words
Every Planting Words delivery comes with encouragement for the people doing the growing.
Garden Supply Request Form
Fill out the form below. Prefer email? Send the same details to [email protected].
Garden Support FAQ
How do I request gardening supplies for a Baltimore community garden?
Fill out the request form on this page or email [email protected] with your garden's name, location, what you need and a contact person. Our team will review your request and follow up by email.
Does Planting Words help gardens outside Baltimore City?
Yes. We serve Baltimore City, Baltimore County and surrounding Maryland communities, with a focus on gardens in low income areas.
We do not have a garden yet. Can you still help?
Read our guide on how to start a community garden in Baltimore, which covers finding land, soil testing and water access. Then send us a request when your group is ready to plant.
How can I help community gardens if I do not need supplies?
You can donate to help us buy tools, seeds and plants, volunteer with us, or become a corporate sponsor.
Help Baltimore Gardens Grow
Every tool, seed and plant we share is made possible by donors and volunteers who believe in greener, healthier neighborhoods.