# Social Good Gardening Gardeners search for ways to give back. By [Vasiliki Marapas](https://www.trendhunter.com/Vasiliki.Marapas), Research Advisor & Writer | Published Apr 15, 2015 | Category: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/environmental-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/social-good-gardening ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.8/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Social Good Gardening trend? **Social Good Gardening:** Both novice and veteran gardeners are expressing an interest in giving back to their community. Whether they're partaking in urban gardening initiatives, community-wide projects or smaller-scale, at-home measures, gardeners recognize the benefits of the practice and wish to share the wealth. On a broader scale, this shift reflects a desire on the part of eco-conscious consumers to educate others through actionable, results-based methods. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Jan 14 to Apr 13, 2015 - Published: Apr 15, 2015 - Patterns: [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation), [Authenticity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/authenticity) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Themes within the Social Good Gardening trend ### Community Gardening Both novice and veteran gardeners are expressing an interest in giving back to their community through urban gardening projects, community-wide initiatives or smaller-scale, at-home gardening measures. ### Sustainable Agriculture Smart modular microfarms and connected greenhouses are providing urbanites and commercial farmers a lightweight solution for cultivating rooftop gardens and addressing food security concerns globally. ### Produce-Sharing Initiatives Websites like AmpleHarvest.org are empowering gardeners to share their extra produce with their neighbors in need, reducing food waste and food insecurity. ## What the Social Good Gardening trend means for industry ### For Agriculture Innovations such as smart modular microfarms, community gardens and empowerment programs for developing sustainable agriculture solutions. ### For Food Waste Reduction Produce-sharing initiatives like AmpleHarvest.org and education programs like The Campus Kitchen use gardens to reduce food waste by empowering communities to take action. ### For Urban Development Community gardening projects, rooftop gardens and innovative urban farming initiatives are transforming city spaces, creating new opportunities for empowering underserved and underrepresented communities. ## Trend signals for Social Good Gardening Trend score 3.8 out of 10, from popularity 55%, activity 51%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 55% - Activity: 51% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Social Good Gardening trend 5 featured examples from Jan 14 to Apr 13, 2015. - [Smart Modular Microfarms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rooftop-gardens): These Connected Greenhouse Create Rooftop Gardens in Urban Areas (Category: Eco) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrating technology and modular designs into traditional agriculture to enable sustainable and efficient urban farming practices. - [Fruitful Rooftop Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philadelphia-urban-farming): Cloud 9 is an Exciting New Philadelphia Urban Farming Initiative (Category: Eco) Implication: The agriculture industry should explore options to develop new technologies and sustainable production systems to meet the needs of emerging urban farming initiatives. - [Wildflower Seed Bombs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seed-bomb): Seedles' Colorful Seed Balls Aim to Revive the Bee Population (Category: Eco) Implication: Disruptive opportunities for companies developing sustainable gardening tools, eco-friendly fertilizers, and natural pest control solutions. - [Empowering Food Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/campus-kitchen): The Campus Kitchen Uses Gardens to Educate Kids on Food Waste and Hunger (Category: Eco) Implication: Food service companies can invest in community gardens and educate children about healthy eating as a way to provide locally sourced produce while promoting nutrition and environm… - [Produce-Sharing Communities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ample-harvest): AmpleHarvest.org Lets Gardeners Give to Their Neighbors in Need (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The agriculture industry can tap into produce-sharing communities by providing resources, support, and education to community gardeners. ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Eco - [Jewel-Toned Fall Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quince-silk) - [Compostable Coffee Pucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compostable-coffee-pucks) - [Intelligent Private Grids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ara-core-powers) - [Compact Electric Family MPVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-electric-family-mpvs) All articles: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco)