TLE108 Agri-Fishery Vertical gardening is the way to go if you're short on room

or need to build some screening to provide privacy on a

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patio, deck, or balcony. Vertical gardening makes the
URBAN GARDENING most of your growing space by using upright growth
habits or containers.
• Selection of Plants
• Techniques in Urban Gardening Square Foot Gardening:

Selection of Plants Square foot gardening is a terrific approach for first-

timers because it's a simple way to start a new garden.
There are vegetable, flower and herb varieties that are
easy to grow in urban spaces. When planning your garden, Hanging Basket Plants:
think about what to plant. Hanging planters are an excellent way to add lush, green
intrigue and beauty to every corner of your home or
Climate Considerations- When selecting plants for
apartment.
urban areas, consider the impact of urban heat
islands on plant health and growth. Shelf Gardening:
A garden shelf can significantly increase the amount of
Soil Analysis and Preparation- When preparing soil
space available for your plants while only requiring a
for urban planting, it’s crucial to assess pH levels small amount of time and work to construct.
and enrich nutrients adequately.
Windowsill Gardening:
Space Consideration-Urban gardens often have
Windowsill gardens are a great space-saving option for
limited space, so choose plants that fit well in
gardeners who don’t have large outdoor gardening space
containers or small garden beds.
or open balconies to keep their plants.
Light Conditions- Assess the amount of sunlight your
Using Fence Planters:
urban garden receives. Select plants that match the
light levels of your space. Fence planters are one of the most effective methods to
brighten up a terrace fences or railings by bringing the
Water Requirements- Urban environments may have colours of flowers and plants up to eye level from the
specific watering challenges, such as limited access ground.
to water sources or restrictions on water usage.
Window Box Gardening:
Aesthetic Appeal- Choose plants that complement
Window boxes are insanely popular among urban
each other in terms of color, texture, and growth
gardeners who do not have access to a garden or a roof
habit to create a visually appealing and harmonious
where they can grow plants.
space.
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Examples of Plants for Urban Gardening
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• Lettuce https://nurserylive.com/blogs/plant-talk/8-urban-
• Aubergine gardening-techniques-you-need-to-have-a-beautiful-
• Peace Lily city-garden
• Spinach
• Acer Plant and etc. https://roofgard.info/the-science-of-plant-selection-
for-urban-areas/
`8 Techniques in Urban Gardening
Container Gardening
Container gardening entails growing plants in pots or
containers. It's a simple and enjoyable method to spruce
up your porch or any apartment area.
Vertical Gardening: