Private paradises nested in the backyards of houses. Roofs that function as community gardens. Edible stains of beauty hidden in city blocks. Evergreen shows a green aesthetic statement that allows city dwellers to bring nature back into their daily lives and satisfy urban gardening desires. Living with plants is mutually beneficial; Besides the exchange of carbon dioxide and oxygen, leaves, flowers and stems give each space a warm and individual charisma. In this captivating collection of designs, urban gardening is complemented by a softer side: balconies that add an extra relaxing touch to your morning cup of coffee, flowers that provide calming scents throughout your home, or romantic flowers that feed the soul rather than fill your plate.

Evergreen also inspires those who already live amidst lush horticultural and sustainable oases. Simple plans and examples show you how to transform unused spaces, both inside and outside, into blooming and functional patches. The sketched floor plans visually represent a myriad of designs, including which plants bloom in the dark corners of a living room or which leaves enjoy a wet bathroom environment. Profiles of both professionals and hobbyists, plant lovers, are an interesting guide to productively getting your hands dirty; herbal gardens next to the fire stairs, greenhouses serving as living spaces and social gardens on the roofs arouse more and more curiosities. From cactus growers and florists to store owners and activists, let Evergreen's cast of characters guide you in creating and maintaining a green utopia and extinguishing your longing for gardening.