Probably one of the most common ways seen in cities to do some urban gardening is container gardens. Makes sense since most densely populated areas don’t have much green space up for grabs for agriculture, and with most people in big cities living in apartments container gardening just makes sense because it is incredibly flexible… Read more
Nowadays when most people think of Detroit they think of urban decay, bankruptcy, and ruin. And up until recent times those initial thoughts would have been valid. Detroit was once the wealthiest city in the USA, thriving on the automobile industry. The decline of Detroit can’t be blamed on one single thing because it was… Read more
Dr. Jenn Dazey, a leading naturopathic physician, says that most of medicine is still based on herbs. Growing healthy herbs is one of the best things you can do with that spare space in your backyard. And here’s the best thing – it’s easy and won’t take as much time as you might have thought…. Read more
Fresh food sprouts on high-rise rooftops, schoolyards, once-abandoned buildings and floating barges are a dramatic scene. Gardened spaces indeed have a vibrant, endearing environment as compared to vacant lots. But other than turning civic blight into lively blossoms, are these urban farms any good? According to a new report released by the Center for a… Read more
Square foot gardening is a superb farming approach that allows you to get maximum yields from small-area farming. The available area is divided into square parts, each about 12” on one side. When done well, square foot gardening is an intensive way to grow vegetables, especially in urban or suburban settings where large vacant plots… Read more
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