When people think about growing food, their first inclination is a traditional vegetable garden tucked away in the backyard. In fact, this practice is becoming even more common with the latest studies showing up to 35% of the American population is growing some of their own food, the highest numbers seen in decades.
But edible plants have more to offer green industry professionals and their customers!
Vegetables, herbs, fruits and other edible landscape plants add color variety, contrasting textures, various interesting forms to landscapes, while at the same time providing a fresh supply of delicious ingredients for the table. Many plants traditionally thought of as strictly edibles have great ornamental value as well, allowing for increased marketability, by offering both beauty and function when incorporated into an existing landscape or specifically designed into an edible garden space. This growing “Foodscaping” trend is not limited to just home gardens. Edible landscapes are being planned and planted in neighborhoods and communities across Texas. Target both eco-friendly and more traditional customers by learning how the edible landscaping trend can open a garden of possibilities for your business. Room 162
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