Kitchen garden
Kitchen Garden
A Kitchen Garden (pronunciation: /ˈkɪtʃɪn ˈɡɑːrdən/) is a space separate from the rest of the residential property that is used for growing food that can be consumed by the household.
Etymology
The term "Kitchen Garden" is derived from the Middle English words "kychene" and "gardin". "Kychene" refers to a room or area where food is cooked and prepared, while "gardin" is a fenced area meant for cultivation.
Description
A Kitchen Garden can contain a wide variety of plants, including vegetables, herbs, fruits, and flowers. The size and layout of a Kitchen Garden can vary greatly depending on the space available, the gardener's preferences, and the types of plants being grown.
Related Terms
- Potager: A French term for a kitchen garden. It is traditionally a space for growing vegetables, herbs, and flowers that are used in the kitchen and dining room.
- Herb Garden: A type of kitchen garden that is specifically dedicated to growing herbs.
- Victory Garden: A type of private kitchen garden that was encouraged during World War I and World War II to reduce pressure on public food supply.
- Permaculture: A system of agricultural and social design principles that are used to simulate or directly utilize the patterns and features observed in natural ecosystems. Kitchen gardens can be designed using permaculture principles.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Kitchen garden
- Wikipedia's article - Kitchen garden
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