Dongjak-gu, Distribution of 500 Box Garden Sets

Applications accepted via website from 15th to 24th... Targeting local residents, daycare centers, and kindergartens... Easy urban farming experience in small spaces... Cultivation containers, potting soil, and seedlings provided

[Asia Economy Reporter Jongil Park] Dongjak-gu (Mayor Changwoo Lee) is distributing 500 box garden sets that provide opportunities to experience urban agriculture.

This project was prepared to offer children a new experience of growing plants directly, and for adults, an opportunity to overcome COVID-19 blues through small-scale gardening activities, as well as to produce and share healthy food.

The distribution targets are Dongjak-gu residents or local organizations such as daycare centers and kindergartens, and applications will be accepted through the district office website from the 15th to the 24th.

The box garden set consists of a 50ℓ non-toxic plastic cultivation container with a built-in wick irrigation system, one bag of potting soil, and 12 seedlings including lettuce and chicory, allowing easy cultivation of various plants on verandas, balconies, rooftops, and more.

Individuals or groups can apply for up to 2 sets, and with support from Seoul City and the district, each set is offered at an affordable price of 8,000 KRW.

On the 25th, the final recipients will be selected through an electronic public lottery and announced on the district website.

The selected residents will have the box garden sets individually delivered to their registered addresses in April.

For more details, inquiries can be made to the Economic Promotion Division.

Kim Jungwon, head of the Economic Promotion Division, said, “Through the distribution of box garden sets, we expect to revitalize the weary spirits caused by the prolonged COVID-19 pandemic and enable self-sufficiency in eco-friendly food,” adding, “We hope many interested residents and organizations will participate.”

Meanwhile, since 2016 until last year, the district has created 28 sites including rooftop gardens and school gardens to promote urban agriculture and provide healthy leisure activities for residents.

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