Novice? Green thumb? Just digging around?
The resources below have been created to help you, no matter your experience, with urban farming and gardening. Scroll through the tips and tricks, research, and best practices for a sustainable lifestyle.
The 2023 USDA Plant Hardiness Zones Map for San Diego
Explore how San Diego has changed on the newly updated USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map. Released in November 2023.
What is Urban Agriculture?
Urban farming is a movement back to our roots using existing space in and around cities to be closer to our food sources.
Raised Beds vs In-Ground Beds
The type of planting bed to use is one of the first things to consider when installing your new fruit and vegetable garden.
Cool Season Crops
It’s the season for plants that thrive with dimmer, shorter amounts of light and chillier temps.
Warm Season Crops
The days are warming up and growing longer… It’s time to transition your garden from cool season plants to warm season crops!
5 Tips to Avoid Food Waste
Right at this very moment, about 40% of the U.S. food supply isn’t being eaten… but the problem of food waste can be the solution to hunger!
Irrigating Gardens vs Lawns
Our research shows that a fruit and vegetable garden in the same space as a lawn will not only conserve water, but reduce water usage by about 75%!
BIPOC Farmer's Immersion: An Interview
California Farm and Garden sent resident farm technician Ariana Neves to the BIPOC “Farming in Relationship with Earth” Farmer’s Immersion event.
Agrihoods: Urban Planned Communities
Sprouting up across America, agrihoods enable us to exist together as a society while treading lightly on our land.
Composting
Learn how to turn your wasted kitchen food scraps into a nutrient-rich garden amendment!