FGCU Food Forest
9920 FGCU South Court, Fort Myers, FL 33913
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About the Business
Welcome to the FGCU Food Forest, a unique student-run botanical garden located at 9920 FGCU South Court, Fort Myers, Florida. Nestled within the Department of Integrated Studies, this lush oasis is dedicated to showcasing tropical and subtropical edible species thriving in South Florida’s climate. Open to the community from sunrise to sunset, the Food Forest is a vibrant space where students, alumni, staff, faculty, and community members can engage in lifelong learning and sustainable living practices.
Our mission is to advance environmental sustainability and promote whole food nutrition by providing organic fruits and vegetables to the campus and the surrounding Southwest Florida communities. Through innovative educational and service-learning opportunities, the Food Forest fosters a deeper understanding of sustainable food production and permaculture design, which emphasizes Earth Care, People Care, and Fair Share.
Visitors are invited to explore the serene environment of the Food Forest, a free resource that offers a peaceful retreat from the stresses of daily life. As a university property, the garden is patrolled by the University Police Department to ensure a safe and welcoming experience for all. If you notice anything amiss, please contact (239) 590-1900 or visit our website.
Directions: The FGCU Food Forest is conveniently located just off the main FGCU entrance road, past the Sugden Welcome Center and adjacent to the Kleist Health Center. Discover what makes our campus special and join us in cultivating a commitment to sustainability and community partnership. For more information about the FGCU experience, including academic programs, student life, and ways to get involved, explore our website and follow our social media channels.
Reviews
"Fantastic place to learn which plants grow well in SWFL gardens!"
"Love this forest. Such a cool place."
"I volunteered here for school and they do a great job keeping the place together. They'll need some help getting the hurricane damage fixed so I will be back soon."
"This is a garden in the college campus run by a student organization. It provides sustainably grown produce for the entire school as well as the public and you are free to go and take what you need (please don't be greedy). If you are confused about what you can harvest, you can take a tour or ask a volunteer about it. You can get service learning hours by volunteering here as well. I would suggest volunteering if you are interested in learning how to garden or to improve your garden skills with a friendly group of people. This is a great part of FGCU and you should definitely check it out even just to see how beautiful it is."
"A garden dedicated to the collection, cultivation and display of a wide range of plants labelled with their botanical names. It has a shadehouse and a sitting area near the entrance. Good place to see birds. There is a student club that runs it."
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