Vertical gardening makes most of limited ground space

  • Vertical gardening is a great way to make the most of limited ground space. Some non-vine plants, such as this espalier tree, can be trained to grow along a vertical surface. (Photo by Todd Johnson, OSU Agricultural Communications Services)
    Vertical gardening is a great way to make the most of limited ground space. Some non-vine plants, such as this espalier tree, can be trained to grow along a vertical surface. (Photo by Todd Johnson, OSU Agricultural Communications Services)
Things are looking up for gardening enthusiasts who want to think outside of the box – literally – and those with limited ground area for traditional gardens to grow fruits, vegetables and flowers. Growing plants vertically expands possibilities for garden spaces, said David Hillock, Oklahoma State University Extension consumer horticulturist. Although plants naturally reach vertically toward…

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