Giessen launches pre-planted organic garden plots for beginners in 2026

Residents of Giessen can soon register for seasonal garden plots to grow their own organic vegetables. Registration opens on February 25, 2026, with plots available at two locations. The scheme offers pre-planted gardens, tools, and support—no prior experience needed.

Each 30-square-metre plot will be pre-planted with at least 10 organic vegetables. The growing season runs from mid-May to mid-November, with the first harvest expected in late June. A steady supply of fresh produce will continue until October, enough to feed a household of three vegetable lovers.

Participants can also grow extra crops and replant after early harvests. The lease fee for a plot is €160, which includes water access, gardening tools, and on-site guidance. In previous years, the programme allocated 150 plots across two sites: 100 at Auf der Hardt in Giessen and 50 at Krautgarten in Kleinlinden.

The initiative aims to provide fresh, homegrown food with minimal effort. Registration begins on February 25, 2026, for plots that will be ready by mid-May. Those interested can secure a space at either Auf der Hardt or Krautgarten for the upcoming season.