Urban Allotment Gardens in Europe

Silvio Caputo editor Simon Bell editor Runrid Fox-Kämper editor Nazila Keshavarz editor Mary Benson editor Susan Noori editor Annette Voigt editor

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd

Published:10th Apr '18

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Although urban allotment gardening dates back to the nineteenth century, it has recently undergone a renaissance of interest and popularity. This is the result of greater concern over urban greenspace, food security and quality of life. This book presents a comprehensive, research-based overview of the various features, benefits and values associated with urban allotment gardening in Europe.

The book is based on a European COST Action project, which brings together researchers and practitioners from all over Europe for the first detailed exploration of the subject on a continent-wide scale. It assesses the policy, planning and design aspects, as well as the social and ecological benefits of urban allotment gardening. Through an examination of the wide range of different traditions and practices across Europe, it brings together the most recent research to discuss the latest evolutions of urban allotment gardening and to help raise awareness and fill knowledge gaps.

The book provides a multidisciplinary perspective, including insights from horticulture and soil science, ecology, sociology, urban geography, landscape, planning and design. The themes are underpinned by case studies from a number of European countries which supply a wide range of examples to illustrate different key issues.

ISBN: 9781138588967

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 453g

406 pages