Seattle Building Edible Forest Filled with Free Food
Seattle is developing a seven-acre edible forest in Beacon Hill to provide free food, featuring fruit trees and berries, promoting community engagement and ecological rehabilitation over several years.
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Seattle has initiated the development of a seven-acre "edible forest" in the Beacon Hill neighborhood, aimed at providing free food to residents and visitors. This innovative project, known as the Beacon Food Forest, is designed to create a self-sustaining urban garden that promotes community engagement and ecological rehabilitation. It will feature a variety of fruit-bearing plants, including apple, pear, and walnut trees, as well as edible berries like blueberries and raspberries. The initiative is believed to be the first of its kind in the United States and is being developed through collaborative efforts by the Friends of the Food Forest community group. The project is expected to take several years to complete, with a focus on establishing a natural ecosystem that supports diverse plant and insect life. The edible forest aims to provide accessible, healthy food options, particularly for families who may struggle to afford fresh produce.
- Seattle is developing a seven-acre edible forest to provide free food.
- The project is located in the Beacon Hill neighborhood and is the first of its kind in the U.S.
- It will feature various fruit trees and edible berries.
- The initiative promotes community engagement and ecological rehabilitation.
- The project aims to create a self-sustaining urban ecosystem over several years.
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