Urban Abundance in the Spotlight: Why Press Matters for the Yard Farming Movement

We’re thrilled to share that Urban Abundance was recently featured in Florida Weekly in a full-length feature titled “Blooming Business.” The article highlights our mission, services, and the growing demand for sustainable, productive gardens in South Florida. It’s a joyful nod to the growing Yard Farming movement and the role we’re proud to play in leading it.

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In the piece, Florida Weekly journalist Roger Williams captures the essence of what makes Urban Abundance unique—from our custom-designed raised beds and expert maintenance plans to our deep-rooted belief that gardening is for everyone, everywhere. He shines a spotlight on the transformation we bring to yards across Palm Beach County, turning ordinary lawns into edible ecosystems that feed families, delight children, and reconnect people with nature.

But while this press feature is a celebration of our work, it’s also something bigger.

Why Press Like This Matters for the Movement

Yard Farming isn’t just a catchy phrase—it’s a shift in how we think about our homes, our food, and our role in the environment. And when a respected local paper tells our story, it doesn’t just elevate Urban Abundance. It validates the movement itself.

Each article, interview, or shoutout introduces this idea to more people: that a backyard can be more than just a lawn. It can be a source of food, a teaching tool, a pollinator sanctuary, a healing space. Public recognition helps normalize the idea that gardening is not only cool—it’s revolutionary.

Media moments like this give momentum to a lifestyle that is:

• Grounded in self-sufficiency and health
• Rooted in sustainability and local abundance
• Designed to inspire and include people of all ages and backgrounds

This kind of visibility helps break down barriers for those who feel unsure or intimidated by the idea of growing their own food. It says: You can do this. You belong in this movement.

Growth = More Gardens, More Good

We’re proud to say Urban Abundance is growing—and that growth directly powers the movement.

With more gardens comes more knowledge sharing. With more clients comes more opportunities to teach, inspire, and partner with change-makers in the community. Our success isn’t just about premium garden beds (though those are pretty fabulous). It’s about what those beds allow us to do.

• We partner with nonprofits to install gardens at schools, community centers, and transitional housing facilities.
• We provide mentorship and paid internships to local youth, giving them hands-on experience in regenerative agriculture and entrepreneurship.
• We donate garden starts and seedlings to organizations serving food-insecure families.
• We invest in content that educates and empowers our broader community—from Urban Abundance Kids! to garden guides and masterclasses.

Every new client helps us extend our mission. Every garden we install supports a ripple effect of knowledge, confidence, and joy.

From Backyard to Movement

Press like the Florida Weekly article doesn’t just give us a moment in the sun—it strengthens the roots of a larger vision. One where homes across South Florida are buzzing with bees, overflowing with basil, and brimming with purpose.

It invites people to imagine:

• What if your yard could feed your family?
• What if your kids learned biology from basil and math from measuring mulch?
• What if our neighborhoods were connected not just by fences—but by food?

This isn’t a trend. It’s a transformation.

Urban Abundance is proud to be at the forefront, and prouder still that so many of you are along for the journey.

Want to get involved or share this mission with a friend? Now’s the perfect time. July and August are ideal for new garden bed installations, and we’re offering 10% off for the summer season. Plus, when you refer a friend, you both benefit through our referral program.

Let’s grow the movement—one backyard at a time.

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