P-Patch facts for kids
A P-Patch is a special piece of land used for gardening. This name is mostly used in Seattle, Washington. The "P" in P-Patch first came from the Picardo family. They owned a place called Picardo Farm in Seattle's Wedgwood area. Part of their farm became the very first P-Patch. Some people mistakenly think "P" stands for "pea" (like the vegetable), but that's not true!
One of the most interesting P-Patch spots is on top of a parking garage! This garage is located on Mercer Street at the Seattle Center. It's a huge garden, about 25,000 square feet (2,322 square meters). This special garden opened in 2012. It was planned to close in 2020, but people in the community protested. Because of their efforts, the garden was saved and is still open today!
Finding a P-Patch Garden
Seattle has many P-Patches all over the city. These gardens allow people to grow their own food and flowers. They are a great way for communities to come together. Each P-Patch has its own unique feel and location.
Some Popular P-Patch Locations
Here are just a few examples of the many P-Patches you can find in Seattle:
- Picardo Farm, located at 26th Ave. N.E. & N.E. 82nd St.
- Interbay, found at 2451 15th Avenue West.
- Marra Farm, located at 4th Ave. S. & S. Director St.
- Maple Leaf, found at 5th Ave. N.E. & N.E. 103rd St.
- University Heights Center, located at 5031 University Way N.E.
- Fremont, found at Woodland Park Ave. N. & N. 39th St.
- Phinney Ridge, located at 3rd Ave. N.W. & N.W. 60th St.
- Evanston, found at Evanston Ave. N. & N. 102nd St.
These gardens are important places for people to connect with nature. They also help grow fresh food right in the city!
