Cultivating Community: How Urban Gardens Are Sowing Solutions for America’s Cities

Cultivating Community: How Urban Gardens Are Sowing Solutions for America’s Cities
People work in a community garden in this file photo. Monkey Business Images/Shutterstock
Sara Julie Andrew
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Living in the city usually brings to mind busy streets, tall buildings, and a fast-paced lifestyle. But if you look a little closer, you’ll see something special happening—like a quiet change that’s turning empty lots into green spaces and places without fresh food into spots full of edible goodies. I’m talking about community gardens. These amazing little oases are doing more than just growing fruits and veggies; they’re also bringing people together, helping local businesses, and addressing some enormous challenges our cities are facing today.

Sara Julie Andrew
Sara Julie Andrew
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Sara Julie Andrew is a publicist, writer, and independent journalist. She is the founder of Inspire Global Media and The Regenerative Magazine.