Urban Gardens
No matter where we each live, there is always room for a garden! Perhaps the greatest need is in those places where concrete and steel have replaced the natural landscape. These picture books feature urban gardens:
The Gardener occurs during the Depression and is arranged in a letter-writing format.
My backyard is shaded, and I have searched for a means to compactly grow herbs on my sunny deck. This slanted step garden box is on my wish list. Perfect for a small space too!
Walking a city block lined with window boxes brings me joy!
In a previous post, I also mentioned Flower Garden, a story in which a father helps his daughter create a window box for her mother.
Watch full screen here.
If the space outside for growing is restricted, try using food scraps to create a kitchen garden. Let me know in the comments if you try any of these ideas. Go here to watch full screen.