Rooftop plots, balcony containers, and shared community gardens are reshaping how city residents think about growing their own food.
Local gardening groups report a sharp rise in membership over the past two years, with waiting lists for community plots now stretching several months in some neighborhoods.
Beyond fresh produce, organizers say the gardens have become informal community hubs, bringing together neighbors who might otherwise never cross paths.
City planners are taking note, with several new residential developments now including dedicated rooftop growing space as a standard amenity.
