You must be a Garden Resource Program member in order to participate in the distribution.
Hot Crop Distribution Dates & Times
Thursday, May 21, 4:00-6:30 PM - NEW DATE!
Get Ready for Distribution
Sign up to volunteer with us at any Seed + Transplant Distribution
Review your seed and transplant options: Family Gardens | Community, School & Market Gardens.
Review Planting Instructions.
Set aside a box or two to collect your seeds and transplants.
If you can't attend, a friend or family member can pick up on your behalf—just have them provide the primary gardener’s name at check in.
Parking
KGD Farm is located at 3100 Orleans St, Detroit, MI 48207. Parking is available in the lot across the street from the farm (entrances to the lot are on Wilkin St. and Riopelle St). There is also street parking available on Erskine St. for easier accessibility. Parking is not allowed on Orleans St.
What to Expect
Plan for up to 30 minutes to complete distribution, especially during peak times.
When you arrive, check in at the check-in table to the right of the farm entrance.
If you need to pay for or have questions about your 2026 application, visit the application & payment table to the left of the farm entrance.
A swap table will be available for growers to exchange seeds and transplants.
Visit the engagement table for KGD class info, upcoming events, and a fun activity for GRP kiddos.
No pets allowed except for service animals.
Accessibility at KGD Farm
There is a step-free entrance at the corner of Orleans & Wilkins. There is one step up onto the curb from Orleans St to the entrance of KGD Farm. Pathway materials at KGD Farm include wood chips, gravel, and grass.
If you need assistance with collecting or carrying your resources to your car, please go to the front of the line and let staff know and we will assist you
If you have mobility challenges and need your seeds and transplants delivered to your home, please send your request on the Friday before the first distribution for that crop. You can email Jessica Pitts Jessica@keepgrowingdetroit.org or call the office at 313-656-4769 to make arrangements.
We cannot accommodate pickups outside of scheduled distribution times. A makeup distribution with limited options will be scheduled after the distribution dates listed above.
Can’t make it?
Feel free to send someone in your place with your contact information. Please note we cannot accommodate drop ins at KGD Farm for pickups outside of the scheduled distribution times. If you have questions, please contact jessica@keepgrowingdetroit.org or 313-656-4769 to discuss how we can best help you receive your GRP resources.