New year, new hobbies: garden plots available now

Spots are available for immediate lease at the Community Gardens.

Would-be gardeners can visit the Leisure World website, www.lwsb.com, to sign up. Find the Community tab, then choose Community Garden Waitlist and complete the online form.

Applicants will receive a letter from the Recreation Department confirming that they’ve received a plot.

There is no reason to wait for the spring planting season. Root vegetables, broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, leafy greens and more thrive in Southern California’s mild winters.

For more information, email Julie O’Brien at minifarm@ lwsb.com or call 562431-6586, ext 2314.