by urbanabundance | May 5, 2025 | Plants, Edible Gardening, Featured
“I’ve never seen something so green burn so fast.” That quote, from a recent Central Florida farm visitor, captures exactly what many of us are feeling this season. Across Florida, the skies have stayed dry, the ground is cracking, and the stress is setting in—not...
by urbanabundance | Apr 30, 2025 | Featured, For Kids
At Urban Abundance, we’re big believers that gardens grow more than just food. They grow confidence, curiosity, and connection — especially in kids. That’s why we’ve launched a new monthly coloring series just for the youngest members of our garden-loving community....
by urbanabundance | Apr 19, 2025 | Edible Gardening, Featured
At Urban Abundance, we’re in the business of building something bigger than backyards. We’re growing a local food movement — one garden, one household, one neighbor at a time. And now, with the launch of our Referral Program, we’re inviting you to help shape the next...
by urbanabundance | Apr 19, 2025 | Edible Gardening, Featured, Plants, Summer Plants
When most people think of gardening, they think of spring. But here in Florida, that’s only half the story. We live in one of the rare places in the U.S. where you can grow food every month of the year — if you know how to work with the seasons. And when you do, the...
by urbanabundance | Apr 7, 2025 | Edible Gardening, Featured
How Urban Abundance makes growing food simple, joyful, and sustainable in 2025 So we’ve covered the why. Now let’s talk about the how—because growing your own food isn’t just possible in 2025, it’s easier and more exciting than ever. Urban Abundance is built to make...
by urbanabundance | Apr 7, 2025 | Edible Gardening, Featured
Part 2: Gardens Grow More Than Food The physical, emotional, and ecological benefits of growing your own When we plant a seed, we’re doing so much more than growing food—we’re growing resilience, wellbeing, and connection. Here’s what we mean: 🌿 Health from the Ground...
by urbanabundance | Apr 7, 2025 | Edible Gardening, Featured
Part 1: The World Has Changed—And So Must We A look at the global and local factors driving the homegrown food movement If the last few years have taught us anything, it’s that our food systems are more fragile than we realized. From climate extremes to shipping...
by urbanabundance | Apr 7, 2025 | Edible Gardening, Plants, Summer Plants, Uncategorized, Vegetables
Say goodbye to sad, wilting greens and hello to your new favorite summer staples. Most traditional spinach varieties struggle as temperatures rise, but lucky for us, there’s a trio of tropical, powerhouse greens that thrive in the heat. At Urban Abundance, we call...
by urbanabundance | Mar 31, 2025 | Edible Gardening, Plants, Summer Plants, Uncategorized, Vegetables
Quick Take: • Type: Leafy Green • Season: Summer (loves the heat!) • Growth Style: Upright bush with soft, tender leaves • Bonus: Packed with nutrients, easy to grow, and known as a “longevity food” in many cultures. Why We Love It: Egyptian Spinach, also known as...
by urbanabundance | Mar 31, 2025 | Herbs, Plants, Summer Plants, Vegetables
Quick Take: • Type: Herb • Season: Year-round in warm climates (prefers shade in summer) • Growth Style: Rosette-forming with long, serrated leaves • Bonus: Flavor-packed and heat-tolerant—like cilantro, but turned up to 11! Why We Love It: Culantro (Eryngium...
