Beautiful Things Grow in Our Greenhouse
Ours is a teaching greenhouse to stimulate new learning about the steps of plant propagation and its connection to food production. Members sew seeds, water appropriately, transplant seedlings, weed, and then plant and attach plant name labels for sale to the general public.
Reach members learn from skilled gardeners and work alongside a volunteer crew to grow a vast array of ornamental herb, vegetable, and succulent plants. Many of the herbs and vegetables are given to partner organizations, like Cy-Fair Women’s Club’s Community Garden, and Reach’s group homes, while the succulents and ornamentals are crafted into decorative pots and centerpieces for sale.
Stats
- 4 Community Gardens
- 1700 Plants
- Over 4000 lbs produce to local food pantries
Employees
- 1 Paid employee
- All volunteers
What's a "Microgreen"?
- Young vegetable greens that are approximately 1-3 inches tall
- Aromatic flavor and concentrated nutrient content
- Baby plants, falling in between sprouts and baby greens
- Contain higher levels of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants than the same quantity of mature greens
- Rich in potassium, iron, zinc, magnesium and copper
- Product du jour in the health food market
- Sold at many Houston Farmer Markets
Mission
The Greenhouse at Reach Unlimited provides all Members with meaningful exposure to gardening skills and the opportunity to develop job skills while supporting local community gardens to aid the local food-insecure population.
Vision
Reach Unlimited will create a financially sustainable, secure environment where people with developmental disabilities can become all they are created to be.
11832 Mueller Cemetery Road, Cypress TX 77429