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O
ver the past
five-plus years,
Lakewood’s
gardens have
undergone a
significant transformation.
It all began with a vision
from resident Dean Decker.
He imagined a space where
gardening was not restricted
by age or physical abilities.
With his idea of raised
garden beds, he wanted to
ensure accessibility for all
residents. Now, 100 such
beds dot the landscape, with
some innovative designs
such as the arc-shaped bed
that further minimizes
physical strain.
Today, approximately
65-70 dedicated resident
gardeners tend to a plethora
of plants. The range is
impressive, from juicy
grapes and strawberries
to aromatic peppers and
vibrant daylilies. When
the fruits of their labor
are ready, Dean, acting as
the unofficial gardenerin-chief, gathers the
produce and distributes it
at the community’s front
Lakewood’s
Greenhouse
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