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Database research record2023·Singapore

The contributions of urban horticulture to cities' liveability and resilience: Insights from Singapore

Angelia Sia, Puay Yok Tan, Kenneth B. H. Er

Plants People Planet

Urban Farm DB summary

This opinion article discusses the role of urban horticulture in Singapore, focusing on four national-level programs. It illustrates how these initiatives contribute to cultivating community ownership, fostering community ties, and promoting interest in horticulture among urban dwellers. The programs include community gardens, allotment gardens, the Gardening with Edibles program, and therapeutic horticulture programs.