FRICK GREENHOUSE PROJECT

When the Frick Art and Historical Center approached Grow Pittsburgh in 2006 and asked if we wanted to use their beautiful Victorian greenhouse, it was an offer we couldn't refuse.

The greenhouse is a perfect environment for propagating our heirloom vegetables and starting seedlings in the chill of winter. The adjoining kitchen garden also provides adequate space for a bumper crop of cullinary herbs, flowers and vegetables. A portion of the produce is used by The Cafe at the Frick, Click here for menu an on-site restaurant that is committed to purchasing fresh, local food.

"All natural ingredients simply taste better than their processed and pre-packaged counterparts," says John Muth, Manager of The Cafe at the Frick. "This philosophy of sustainable agriculture benefits local farmers, is good for the community, helps protect our environment, is healthier for our guests, and sets The Cafe apart from many other establishments."

Grow Pittsburgh uses the plant starts on its farm sites, makes them available to nonprofit groups interested in community gardens, and sells them to the public. This Spring plants were sold at Whole Foods in East Liberty and May Market at the Phipps.

Throughout the summer, plants and vegetables can be purchased at the greenhouse and during the First Friday at the Frick Summer Concert Series. Flowers and produce are also available at nearby Frick Park Market on Reynolds Street from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on the last Saturday of the month from May to September.

Visitors are welcome to tour the greenhouse, meet Susanna Meyer, the greenhouse manager, and gain inspiration from the garden. The Frick market garden employs different gardening techniques and serves as an excellent model for backyard gardening.