Urban Farm DB
Research catalogue
Database research record2012·Global

Edible Landscaping and Xeriscaping

Avi Friedman

Island Press/Center for Resource Economics eBooks

Urban Farm DB summary

This chapter discusses the problems of conventional landscaping, which requires excessive water, maintenance, and chemicals, leading to resource depletion and pollution. Alternative practices such as edible landscaping and xeriscaping are gaining traction in residences, as they can significantly reduce adverse environmental effects while maintaining aesthetic value. The principles and applications of these methods are discussed in this chapter.