What are the Discovery Gardens?

The New River Discovery Gardens feature a seasonal flower garden, a Florida native plants garden, a butterfly garden, an interactive children’s sensory garden, and a community garden. The library works closely with the County Cooperative Extension and the Florida Master Gardeners to provide a complete gardening resource.
 

Using the Discovery Gardens

• Attend a class taught by an instructor. Find upcoming classes and activities online at Calendar of Events.
  Here are some examples of recent classes:
  • All about Raised Garden Beds
  • Backyard Fruit
  • Caring for Your Florida Yard
  • Edible Landscapes
• Come to one of our seasonal plant swaps to share your plant cuttings and discover something new. 
• Attend the monthly Garden Club events to learn and share ideas. 
• Take a self-guided tour of the various discovery gardens during the library’s hours of operation. 
• Speak with a staff member about reserving a plant bed in the community garden.
   

Requirements

• All work areas and equipment must be cleaned and put away after use. 
• Please note a signed liability waiver is required prior to using the plant beds. 
• The Discovery Gardens may be used by patrons under the age of 16 when accompanied by a parent or caregiver. 
• Patrons who have allergies or other concerns about gardening outdoors should consult a healthcare professional prior to use.
   

Makerspace Playbook and Required Waiver 

• Makerspace Playbook: This playbook must be consented to, and signed by the participant - and parent/guardian if applicable - before use of space is permitted.
• Pasco County Liability Waiver and Permission Form: This waiver must be consented to, and signed by the participant - and parent/guardian if applicable - before use of space is permitted.
  
  

Volunteering

• Interested in becoming a Makerspace Volunteer?
• Check out our Library Volunteers page ~ with teen and adult applications, and more!
  
  

Location

New River Branch Library
34043 State Road 54
Wesley Chapel, FL 33543

Contact the library at (813) 788-6375 to learn more about the Discovery Gardens.

See the Calendar of Events to search for community garden activities here.