More than 60 volunteers gathered at Peterson Plaza last Saturday morning to break ground on Kerrville’s newest community garden, transforming a vacant lot into what organizers hope will become a gathering place for neighbors and a source of fresh produce for local families.

The Kerrville Community Garden Initiative, led by the Kerr County Master Gardeners, installed 24 raised garden beds, a drip irrigation system, and a small shaded seating area during the daylong work event. Local businesses donated materials, and H-E-B provided lunch for the volunteers.

“We’ve been dreaming about this for two years, and seeing it come together today is incredible,” said project coordinator Ellen Whitfield. “A community garden does more than grow vegetables — it grows friendships.”

Plots are available for rent at $25 per season for Kerrville residents. Those interested can sign up through the Kerr County Extension Office. A ribbon-cutting ceremony is planned for next month.