Year 1 • Spring
Neighborhood native plant swaps
Urban residents gathered to exchange native plugs and seedlings, building the first shared pollinator corridor.
Bringing native plants to urban yards, balconies, and community spaces.
A rustic, community-centered timeline of growth
King City Gardens celebrates drought-tolerant natives, seasonal harvests, and neighbor-driven stewardship. Explore milestones that connect city dwellers with the land they share.
Year 1 • Summer
Community garden plots
Small plots were mapped for native plantings along sidewalks and shared spaces, adapting to pedestrian traffic and shade.
Year 2 • Autumn
Pollinator corridors established
Native grasses and flowering perennials were planted to create habitat and edible harvests for urban wildlife.
Year 3 • Winter
Education and seed library
Workshops on native plant care, soil building, and seed distribution fostered local stewardship and knowledge sharing.
Year 4 • Spring
Harvest markets & community didactics
Neighbors traded edible natives and seasonal greens at local markets, strengthening city-plant ties.