Allotment garden plots are in high demand. Join the waitlist or find out more about booking a plot.

Allotment plots and benches can be booked by residents who wish to grow vegetables and flowers for their personal use. Each plot/bench is located within an Allotment Garden or greenhouse that the City of Toronto manages.

Outdoor allotments are open from the beginning of March to mid-November and are closed from mid-November to the end of February. Indoor allotments are open from the beginning of October to mid-May and are closed from mid-May to the end of September.

Outdoor Allotment Gardens

Park Hours Details
Bishop Allotment Garden

190 Bishop Ave.

7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily during the booking period Bishop Allotment Garden is located within the Finch Hydro Corridor. There is no parking or vehicular access to the site.
Cornell Campbell House Allotment Garden

3620 Kingston Rd.

7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily during the booking period Cornell Campbell Allotment Garden is located within the outdoor space of Cornell Campbell House. There are three parking spots for permit holders at the site.
Daventry Allotment Garden

19 Daventry Rd.

7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily during the booking period Daventry Allotment Garden is located within the Gatineau Hydro Corridor. There is no parking or vehicular access to the site.
Four Winds Allotment Garden

20 Four Winds Dr.

7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily during the booking period Four Winds Allotment Garden is located within the Finch Hydro Corridor. There is no parking or vehicular access to the site. Limited street parking is available adjacent to the site.
Givendale Allotment Garden

1 Givendale Rd.

7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily during the booking period Givendale Allotment Garden is located within the Gatineau Hydro Corridor. There is no parking or vehicular access to the site. Users must walk into the hydro corridor to access the garden.
High Park Allotment Garden

1873 Bloor St. W.

7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily during the booking period There is no vehicle access to the park on weekends and holidays. Very limited parking is available Monday to Friday.
Jonesville Allotment Garden

50 Jonesville Cres.

7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily during the booking period Jonesville Allotment Garden is located within the Gatineau Hydro Corridor. Parking is provided.
Leslie Street Allotment Garden

5 Leslie St.

7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily during the booking period Leslie Street Allotment Gardens are located close to Leslie Street, a busy vehicular corridor. Limited parking is available adjacent to the site.
Marie Baldwin Park Allotment Garden

746 Jane St.

7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily during the booking period No parking on site or vehicle access to the garden.
Silverthorne Allotment Garden in S.A.D.R.A. Park

458 Old Weston Rd.

7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily during the booking period No parking on site or vehicle access to the garden.
Stoffel Drive Allotment Garden

20 Stoffel Dr.

7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily during the booking period Stoffel Allotment Garden is located within an Etobicoke Hydro Corridor. Parking is provided.
West Deane Park Allotment Garden

410 Martin Grove Rd.

7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily during the booking period There is a very limited amount of parking on site.

Indoor Allotment Garden

Riverlea Greenhouse Allotment

919 Scarlett Rd

Riverlea Greenhouse Allotment is located within Riverlea Park. Parking is provided. The unsupervised site is open:

  • Monday: 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Wednesday: 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Friday: 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Saturday: 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Sunday: 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Greenhouses may be very hot or very cold, and users should dress according to the weather.

The use of a plot is at the risk of the Permit Holder and is subject to all City of Toronto policies. Allotments are governed by Municipal Parks By-Law 608.

Questions or disputes must be directed to Client Services at 416-396-7378 or PFRcustomerservice@toronto.ca.

Vandalism, damage, or repairs must be reported to 311.

Failure to comply with the conditions of use may result in permit cancellation.

Eligibility

A permit holder must be a City of Toronto resident. Proof of residency may be requested.

Plots not tended to or planted on by June 1 without notifying the City may be offered to another applicant.

Plots cannot be reassigned. Available plots are offered to the waitlist if available.

Use of Space

Plants can be grown for personal use only.

Allotments cannot be used for commercial use. Commercial use is the selling of produce or growing large quantities of a single crop for profit.

Encroachment

Permit holders cannot modify plot size, remove signs or use common areas for storage.

Organic Gardening Only

Only organic growing is allowed. Insecticidal soap, compost and clean soil are allowed.

Prohibited Materials

  • Chemical pesticides and fertilizers
  • Propane or other fuels
  • Fresh manure

Prohibited Plants

Trees and tall plants must not shade other plots. No cannabis (per Cannabis Act), invasive plants or noxious weeds.

No Dumping

There is to be no dumping of garbage or waste, including household items, in allotments.

Structures

Permanent structures are not to exceed one metre (three feet) in height, including fences, shelters, greenhouses and canopies. Trellises for beans and other climbing plants must be temporary and removed at the end of the season.

Waste Management

Use the provided recycling/trash bins or dispose of waste responsibly.

Seasonal cleanup of all equipment and debris must be completed by November 13.

Items remaining after November 14 will be removed and costs invoiced to the permit holder.

Water Access

Water source available mid-May to mid-September.

Etiquette and Safety

You are expected to be courteous to other permit holders, visitors, and staff. You are responsible for guest behaviour and the cleanliness of your plot.

No abusive language, smoking, alcohol, or loud music.

You are responsible for your personal safety during severe weather, heat and cold.

Pets

No pets are allowed in Garden Allotment Areas.

Vehicles

May not enter or park in garden, parks, or hydro lands (except designated areas).