Less than seven years ago, Odette Pollar moved to Oakland’s Lakeshore neighborhood, but she already knows more people than most folks do after decades.

Several years ago, Pollar decided to dig up and redo her backyard. She had plants she didn’t want, but didn’t want to throw away. She asked her neighbors to take some and they gave her others in return.

A local group that seeks to connect available garden space with neighbors who want to do the work will meet Apr. 3 to share gardening info and resources, and try to link up folks who have land or skills to spare.