Veg Out Community Gardens (St Kilda)

Veg Out is an organic, chemical free community garden run by volunteers in St Kilda.

Formerly a lawn bowling green, the land Veg Out is situated on is administered by the local council and has been permanently reserved for public use since 1881. We have over 140 garden plots, where members, friends, families and community groups enjoy getting their hands into the soil. Many have little or no gardening experience - but they soon learn, as advice, seedlings and friendships are readily shared.

A commitment to a sense of community, conservation and organic gardening principles underpins all activities on the site. Unlike most community gardens in Melbourne, Veg Out lacks rigid barriers between common land and each plot; the paths curve and meander; flowers, vegetables and artworks have equal standing; the rabbits, chickens, budgies and quails add yet another dimension; and the friendships that have sprung up between gardeners, artists and visitors make the gardens an oasis of calm in one of Melbourne's busiest tourist precincts. A very fertile and creative place.

The Veg Out St Kilda Farmers Market is held on the first Saturday of each month at the nearby Peanut Reserve.

Opening Hours:

Summer: 9am - 6pm, winter: 9am - 4pm

Cost:

Free to visit.
Cost of plots

Access for Dogs:

Dogs must be on leash at all times.

Review:

An eclectic place which both adults and kids will really enjoy. The place is both a community garden and an art space. There are also a range of animals such as chooks, rabbits, quails and guinea pigs roaming freely around the area. The animals have special dietary requirements so please don't feed them.

There is one golden rule for the place - If you didn't grow it, don't pick it! There is a supermarket across the road if you need some supplies of vegetables. Also, don't forget the Veg Out Farmer's market which is run once a month.

There are also some lovely lawn area where you can have a picnic on a sunny day and plenty of bench seats.