Farmers’ markets are extremely popular in the Los Angeles area but it takes a few hours for those farmers to bring their goods into the city. That doesn’t mean fresh veggies and produce can’t be grown here. As you drive around the neighborhoods, you might see a new type of land development popping up: the urban community garden.
The most recent addition is a 5,000-square-foot vacant lot in South LA that has been given a new lease on life thanks to a $150,000 donation. The original owner fell behind on his taxes and had to forfeit the property. That’s when the Los Angeles Neighborhood Land Trust swooped in to take over the lot. Philanthropist Erika Glazer stepped in with her generous gift and the planting has begun.
Do you think you could turn your backyard into an urban garden? You could with a little help from Junk King Los Angeles. Don’t let the title fool you. When it comes to hauling away stuff, Junk King is the expert and that goes for landscaping cleanups as well. To plot out a backyard garden you’ll want to start with a cleared out space. If you’ve got a concrete patio then obviously that cement has got to go! If you have a patch of grass then you’ll need to cut up the sod to make way for your plants. Either way, you’re going to have piles of debris that you can’t throw out in the garbage. That’s where Junk King LA comes into play. They’ll provide you with the manpower and truck space to cart off all that yard waste and let you have a fresh start.
If you don’t want to tear up a patio but still want a garden, you might think about your front yard. That could be some prime real estate for a small vegetable garden. Bringing in garden boxes can help keep your herbs separate from your produce and prevents your soil from spilling out everywhere.
As you think about your landscaping cleanup, it’s not just dirt or concrete you might want to get rid of. The Junk King crew can also haul away things like old lawnmowers, BBQ grills, patio furniture or hammocks. While they’re at it they can also help you clean up the rest of your home by removing all those bulky items you’ve been holding onto. Hiring Junk King LA is the perfect way to kick start your spring cleaning project. As soon as all that clutter is gone, you can start planting. A fresh garden salad is just a few weeks away!