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Why libraries are the perfect place to build fruitful communities
Learn about how adding Productive Urban Landscapes to libraries can be beneficial to the community...
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Apr 7, 20212 min read
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Top 5 edible plants that grow in your front yard!
These perennials act as both beautiful additions to your landscape, as well as nutrition for your body - all in your own front lawn!
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Apr 5, 20213 min read
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It’s about to smell a lot like onions
It's about to smell a lot like onions, so let's talk about those wild onions in your yard.
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Mar 24, 20212 min read
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Do squirrels pity humans?
This week we're asking the hard questions, like do squirrels pity us?
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Mar 17, 20213 min read
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American as apple pie
A little history lesson about apple pie, the American food system, and why we do what we do at Roots Down.
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Mar 11, 20212 min read
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Can we reimagine streets for people?
When it comes to vehicles, we mainly talk about reducing emissions. Should we be talking about eliminating cars instead?
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Mar 4, 20213 min read
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What is regenerative harvesting?
Many cultures have practiced regenerative harvesting as way to let the soil rest, and provide habitat and food for other species.
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Feb 12, 20213 min read
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17 medicinal plants that can also be used for toilet paper
Can you use plants for toilet paper? Of course you can! Here are 17 plants that make perfect TP replacements.
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Jan 25, 20218 min read
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Solving housing and food insecurity at the same time
Can we solve the housing and food crises with a single solution? We believe we can.
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Jan 20, 20212 min read
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What is Urban Agriculture?
What is urban agriculture, and what are some of the differences between agriculture and urban agriculture?
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Jan 14, 20212 min read
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