Success Story: Growing Vertical

Space often is an issue. That is, none exists or it's covered with asphalt. Schools with open ground may have contaminated soil, which makes digging and growing food a bad idea.
You have until Sunday, April 1 to vote for your favorite herb for One Seed Chicago 2012. Choose cilantro, basil or chamomile from the drop-down menu at www.oneseedchicago.com. You will receive free seeds of the winning plant to grow in your garden. (Voting limited to Chicagoland residents.)

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