[from the Introduction ] Foodscaping is the logical integration of edibles in a traditional ornamental landscape. In other words, to foodscape is to grow food alongside your flowers in the landscape that already exists. It is a design and growing strategy that makes the most of the square footage in every landscape. I'm not suggesting everyone "become a farmer" by digging up the front yard - far from it. Through foodscaping, you can harness the sunny open mulch space that's already in a prime spot and add your favorite edibles like kale, tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, lettuce and carrots. The average suburban foundation landscape - the landscape around the house - offers open space the equivalent of 1,250 sq ft, or 48 average-sized 4x8 raised beds. That's a lot of edible potential! While an urban house on a small lot may offer less planting space, any sunny area can be foodscaped - even if you're living in a townhome or condo with only a deck or front porch. Excerpted from The Foodscape Revolution: Finding a Better Way to Make Space for Food and Beauty in Your Garden by Brie Arthur All rights reserved by the original copyright owners. Excerpts are provided for display purposes only and may not be reproduced, reprinted or distributed without the written permission of the publisher.
