Highland Youth Garden

Highland Youth Garden The mission of Highland Youth Garden is to grow minds, grow food and grow communitiy in partnership with our Hilltop neighbors.

The garden’s history is one rooted in humility and love: the seeds for Highland Youth Garden were planted in 2009 when a local recreation center closed, and local educators and lovers-of-gardening began growing food and teaching children on the plot. Now, we feature one of the largest high tunnels in the city, an outdoor education center, and a nearly half-acre plot full of arbors, structures, and crops.

We want to give a special shout out and huge thank you to Yolanda Owens for her five years of volunteer Board service wi...
05/29/2026

We want to give a special shout out and huge thank you to Yolanda Owens for her five years of volunteer Board service with HYG! Yolanda is a dedicated advocate for food education and food access. During her time at the Ohio State University's College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) she facilitated connecting our Green Teens cohorts with the college to learn about careers in environment and agriculture. She not only saw the garden through major decisions over the years, but was always a friendly face at garden events, along with her two wonderful children.

Yolanda is continuing to lead important food work as Executive Director of . Thank you so much for your service, Yolanda, and we look forward to continuing to collaborate to spread the love of and access to food and education!

🌱 We have another Plant Sale this Saturday! Stop by Highland Youth Garden to pick up some plants to start your own backy...
05/28/2026

🌱 We have another Plant Sale this Saturday! Stop by Highland Youth Garden to pick up some plants to start your own backyard garden!

Date: Saturday, 5/30/26
Time: 9:30AM - 11:30AM
📍85 S Highland Ave, Columbus, OH
(Stop by the high tunnel - you can't miss it!)

Questions? Email [email protected]

Thank you to everyone who has supported our plant sale this spring!

Thank you to the OSU Climate Justice class volunteers who joined us earlier this month! Your hard work is greatly apprec...
05/28/2026

Thank you to the OSU Climate Justice class volunteers who joined us earlier this month! Your hard work is greatly appreciated, and we look forward to seeing you back at the garden soon! 💚

Every year, we unleash an army of ladybugs into the high tunnel for a pest-busting extravaganza! The best part? Our gard...
05/25/2026

Every year, we unleash an army of ladybugs into the high tunnel for a pest-busting extravaganza! The best part? Our garden club students get in on the action! The seasoned pros guide our newbies, turning any bug jitters into a love fest with these amazing little critters.

We still have space in our Summer Camp if you'd like for your kids to experience a fun and educational summer in the garden. Visit our website below or LINK IN BIO to learn more and register.

➡️ https://www.highlandyouthgarden.org/summer-camp

Questions on Summer Camp? Email [email protected]

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🧑🏽‍🍳👩🏼‍🍳 Our Garden Club students are busy making their afternoon snacks after school, using fresh produce from the gard...
05/22/2026

🧑🏽‍🍳👩🏼‍🍳 Our Garden Club students are busy making their afternoon snacks after school, using fresh produce from the garden! Involving kids in the snack-making process encourages them to explore new vegetables while having a great time. Thank you to Ms. Jane and Ms. Savannah for their continuous efforts to teach and create fun experiences inside and outside of the garden!

🐝 Celebrate World Bee Day on May 20th!Did you know that we have a beehive at Highland Youth Garden? That's correct! You ...
05/20/2026

🐝 Celebrate World Bee Day on May 20th!
Did you know that we have a beehive at Highland Youth Garden? That's correct! You can find it right in front of the HYG Garden House! A special thanks to Luke of for their ongoing support in maintaining it over the years.

📷 Luke visited the garden for a hands-on lesson about bees with last summer’s Green Teens!

5️⃣ reasons why bees are essential and beneficial for your gardens:

🐝 Pollination Powerhouses: Bees are incredible pollinators, playing a crucial role in the growth of many fruits, vegetables, and flowers. By transferring pollen from one bloom to another, they help plants reproduce and maintain biodiversity in your garden.

🐝 Boosting Yields: With bees’ help, gardens often see increased yields. Fruits and vegetables like tomatoes, cucumbers, and apples thrive when bees are around to assist with pollination, leading to more abundant harvests.

🐝 Supporting Biodiversity: A healthy bee population supports a diverse range of plant life. This diversity attracts other beneficial insects and wildlife, creating a balanced ecosystem right in your backyard.

🐝 Natural Beauty: Bees contribute to the vibrant blooms that make gardens beautiful. Their pollination work ensures that flowers blossom brightly, enhancing the visual appeal of your garden space.

🐝 Educational Opportunities: Observing bees at work in the garden provides a chance to learn about the wonders of nature. It’s a great way for children and adults alike to connect with the environment and understand the importance of conservation efforts.

Embracing bees in your garden not only benefits the plants but also enriches the entire ecosystem surrounding it!

Have you stopped by one of our Garden Markets yet? This season, we have so much in store for you! Not only can you enjoy...
05/18/2026

Have you stopped by one of our Garden Markets yet? This season, we have so much in store for you! Not only can you enjoy FREE fresh produce from the garden, but you might also take home seedlings to start your very own backyard garden! We love connecting the community to gardening and look forward to continuing this connection for many years ahead!

2026 HYG Garden Markets 🥬
🗓️ Wednesdays & Fridays at 3:00PM - 4:30PM
📍 85 S Highland Ave, Columbus, OH 43223

Questions? Email [email protected]

En Español
¿Ya has visitado alguno de nuestros Mercados del Jardín? ¡Esta temporada tenemos muchísimas cosas preparadas para ti! No solo podrás disfrutar de productos frescos del huerto totalmente GRATIS, ¡sino que también podrás llevarte a casa plantones para crear tu propio huerto en el patio trasero! Nos encanta conectar a la comunidad con la jardinería y esperamos seguir fortaleciendo este vínculo durante muchos años más.

Mercados del Jardín HYG 2026 🥬
🗓️ Miércoles y viernes, de 3:00 p. m. a 4:30 p. m.
📍 85 S Highland Ave, Columbus, OH 43223

¿Tienes preguntas? Envía un correo electrónico a [email protected]

These beautiful flowers were planted by last year’s Garden Club kids! We love providing our students a space where they ...
05/15/2026

These beautiful flowers were planted by last year’s Garden Club kids! We love providing our students a space where they can witness the results of their hard work blossoming. 🌸

Our current Spring Garden Club program is full, but we still have space in our Summer Camp in Weeks 3 and 4!

Visit our website below or LINK IN BIO to learn more and register today!
https://www.highlandyouthgarden.org/summer-camp

Questions? Email [email protected]

Last week, we held our 1st Community Dinner of 2026! We welcomed over 20 community members to the harvest table in the m...
05/14/2026

Last week, we held our 1st Community Dinner of 2026! We welcomed over 20 community members to the harvest table in the main garden. Special thanks to our Board Member, Renee, for preparing three delicious stuffed shell dishes, and to our Interim Executive Director, Lindsey, for bringing a refreshing kohlrabi cabbage slaw made with kohlrabi straight from the HYG garden!

Our monthly Community Dinners in the garden provide a wonderful opportunity for community members to connect and learn more about the latest happenings at the garden 💚

This event (like all of our events) is free and open to all! We look forward to seeing you next month!

June’s Community Dinner
Date: Wednesday, June 3, 2026
Time: 4:30PM - 5:30PM
📍85 S Highland Ave, Columbus, OH 43223 (meet at the Harvest Table)

Questions or would like to donated a dish? Email [email protected]

05/13/2026

The Highland Youth Garden Spring Garden Festival is coming up on May 15th! 🌿🌸 This festival will feature a variety of garden-themed crafts, activities, games, and more for all ages. Attendance is always 100% free, as are all games, activities, crafts, and food during festivals. Learn more about their seasonal festivals and programming at the link: https://buff.ly/1YLl91G

Our weekly Volunteer Schedule takes place on Thursdays from 9:00AM - 11:00AM. If this timing doesn’t fit your schedule, ...
05/13/2026

Our weekly Volunteer Schedule takes place on Thursdays from 9:00AM - 11:00AM. If this timing doesn’t fit your schedule, don't worry! We also offer various volunteer opportunities throughout the year during our community dinners and festivals. We appreciate all of our volunteers who contribute to the growth of the garden and our programs!

Visit the HYG Volunteer Portal below or LINK IN BIO and sign up today!

HYG Volunteer Portal:
➡️ https://volunteer.bloomerang.co/volunteer/ #/join-party?k=etyiqo9hfl2ras

Questions? Email [email protected]

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106 S Wheatland Avenue
Columbus, OH
43204

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+16146538263

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