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Heritage Garden

McGwire Road, Ladera Ranch, CA 92694

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Currently Closed for Planned Renovation

We are excited to announce that the Heritage Garden is about to enter an exciting new chapter! After 20-plus years of managing the Heritage Garden, where individual plots were tended to by a small group of residents, we are planning to transition from a community garden to a community farm. The intent is to bring more support and resources to the space as well as increase resident engagement and satisfaction. See link to the full announcement below.

We believe this change will bring significant benefits to the Ladera Ranch community, and we want your input on this exciting project. Whether you have a green thumb, love fresh produce, or want to get involved in this exciting community project, this is your chance to help shape the farm’s future.

Please take a few minutes to share some details about your gardening interests in the Heritage Farm Planning Survey and let us know if you’re interested in joining a task force made up of five (5) homeowners/residents. The task force interest form submittal period closed on February 6.

Updates:
- Task Force Members appointed in March
- Task Force Meeting - April 3, 2025
- Phase 2 consulting contract with Farmscape approved in April
- Task Force Farm Tour completed early May
- Task Force Meeting - May 22, 2025
- The Heritage Garden closed on May 31, 2025 for renovation and transition to a community farm.

Amenity Description

What you can expect as the garden transitions to a community farm:

  • Professional Care & Maintenance: With the farm under the management of a professional team, you can expect more consistent care, expert advice, and improved functionality of the garden. 
  • Shared Resources, Less Work: Gone are the days of maintaining individual plots! The managed farm will focus on larger collective growing efforts, offering more opportunities for all Ladera residents to enjoy the fruits of our labor without the individual upkeep. It’s a chance to enjoy gardening and farming without the maintenance worries and keeping track of when you last visited the garden.
  • New Experiences & Educational Opportunities: Learning more about gardening, sustainable farming practices, plant health, etc. has many mental and physical benefits.  
  • Stronger Community Connections: With a managed farm, there will be more community events, volunteer opportunities, healthy eating, and more. 

Heritage Farm Annoucement

Heritage Farm FAQ

Heritage Farm Planning Survey

Heritage Farm Task Force Charter 

Did you know our neighbors to the south have a robust resident farmer program? To learn more about they’re doing in RMV, and the benefits of creating a dynamic program for us here in Ladera Ranch, please visit Esencia Farm. 

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