Noyes Park Community Garden plots are distributed through a lottery system. Lottery winners will be notified via email by February 15, 2024. Register now through February 8, 2024 to enter the lottery to receive a plot for the 2024 growing season.

FoNP is thrilled to announce that this year’s Brookland Halloween Parade & Party will once again be led by the talented Phelps ACE High School Panther Marching Band.

It’s the spookiest time of year! Read on to learn more about this year’s Brookland Halloween Parade & Party!

The Brookland Halloween Parade and Party needs partners to ensure we are able to put on a fun, interactive, memorable, and FREE event for all to enjoy. FoNP has developed simplified sponsorship tiers to raise funds for the 2023 event.

The climate of Washington DC sits in USDA plant hardiness zone 7a. This means that the area experiences mild to moderate winters with temperatures that can occasionally dip down, but typically do not experience the extreme freezes seen in more northern zones. Despite the cold, there are numerous vegetables that not only tolerate, but thrive in these conditions. This post explores five of the best vegetables to consider for a winter garden in Washington, DC.

Building a winter garden in the Washington DC area is an excellent way to extend your gardening season and enjoy fresh produce even during the colder months. This post provides a step-by-step guide and features your winter garden should have in order to create a bountiful harvest in the cold winter months.

Nature has equipped plants with a variety of tools to defend against pests. One of the most intriguing aspects of this natural defense system is companion planting. This poot explores five examples of how companion planting can help fend off pests and promote a thriving garden.

Gardening enthusiasts understand the crucial role that pollinators play in ensuring a successful harvest. Without these helpful creatures, we wouldn't enjoy a rich variety of fruits and vegetables. From zucchinis and watermelons to peppers and eggplants, our dinner plates owe much to the diligent work of bees, butterflies, and other pollinating insects. This post explores three methods gardeners, especially those with raised bed gardens in urban areas, can use to create an environment that not only attracts these vital pollinators but also supports their well-being.