Freedom Gardens

Freedom Gardens is such a simple, yet complex place to visit. As we drove to Freedom Gardens, the surrounding area was very dry, dusty and brown with little vegetation. In the distance, there is a glimpse of green, a vivid green that catches everyone’s attention. “Green” is Freedom Gardens! Freedom Gardens is the vision and product of the late Dr. Chichunta and his wife who still resides there . They were convinced that farming could be successful by using the land, without the assistance of fertilizers, pesticides, and other man-generated products. Row upon row of produce decorates the landscape at Freedom Gardens. Bananas, strawberries, corn, onions, garlic, cucumbers, even garlic, are growing free of chemicals at this bountiful place. Irrigation is used, companion planting, and organic pesticides are used to keep a balance in the eco-system. It is absolutely incredible to see what can be done with some thought and action. I had the privilege of meeting Dr. Chichunta years ago, and his son Daniel is now keeping his dream alive. I know Dr. C. would be very proud of his son and all he continues to do there. Dr. Chinhunta once said that farming was commissioned by God in the Bible – the Book of Genesis. All I can say is that Freedom Gardens makes me feel like I might have had a glimpse of what the Garden of Eden must have looked like – bountiful food, beauty and harmony between God, man and nature.