Written by Jessica Sim and originally published on Yesilist English.
Amidst compact apartment blocks and bustling roads, opportunities to garden in Istanbul can feel scarce. Yet urban homes are full of gardening potential, ranging in scale and technicality. For example, bean sprouts can be grown within days, while avocado seeds can be nurtured into fruit-producing trees over several years. Similarly, herbs can be grown in almost any recycled canister, while aquaponics require a careful balancing of fish, bacteria and plants. Although Istanbul’s markets provide an excellent source of fresh and seasonal produce, urban-home gardens have many additional and unique benefits. They can provide an ‘on-demand’ supply of fresh vegetables and herbs for a kitchen, decoration for a window, and even insulation for a building. In addition, most indoor plants can be grown year-round. Here are 10 ideas to get you thinking, researching and experimenting.
