Desert Rain Garden, located in Dilkon on the Navajo Nation, continues the family tradition my grandmother started with her big cornfield. Back then, our family would come together to share the harvest with the community, and I’ve continued to carry those values with me. When I got married and moved to a new location, I planted a garden, and my daughter, who showed interest as early as 4 years old, soon joined me. We built two lasagna beds for her, and she started by growing onions, then strawberries, and later asparagus.
For the past 15 years, we’ve continued to grow our garden, keeping it small, but thriving. Living in an area with water shortages, we rely on a water line and also haul water from the local windmill to grow our crops. We prioritize selling our produce locally within our community before traveling to the farmers’ market. I’m proud that our garden shows others that even with a small plot of land, you can grow enough to share with the community, enjoy fresh meals, and store extra for the future.
I hope our story encourages more people to start their own gardens and grow their own produce—no matter how small the space, there’s always enough to share and enjoy.
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