Sun Valley’s Urban Farm, The Hungry Gardens Expands in Partnership with Villa Scalabrini
Expansion will support local families, reduce carbon footprint and provide educational opportunities for community
For Immediate Release
Sun Valley, California, December 8, 2020- Urban Farm, The Hungry Gardens is expanding to provide an even greater selection of farm fresh produce, now with just under an acre of farm. Expansion plans are part of a partnership with the Villa Scalabrini Retirement Center, a non-profit organization and neighbor.
Established in 2019, The Hungry Gardens specializes in growing unique vegetables that are not available commercially but have historical and indigenous value, grown locally in Sun Valley, CA. All vegetables are grown using organic and biodynamic methods to provide the most nutrient dense food for area neighbors and families.
The expansion is an example of two local businesses collaborating together to support the community with hyper local food, provide educational opportunities around farming and work together to mitigate climate change.
“Our farming practice utilizes regenerative methods that promote continual improvement in the soil profile, water retention and use, and soil biodiversity. Additionally, eating local-grown produce reduces your carbon footprint and supports the surrounding ecosystem. Not only pollinators and birds, but the soil ecology is vital to producing the most nutritious produce possible,” said Joni Albers, founder of the Hungry Garden. “We will be restoring the soil and continue to build it as we grow veggies, fruits and herbs for families in the area.”
“Villa Scalabrini Retirement Center is proud to partner with the Hungry Gardens by making a parcel of our property available for such an innovative project” said a key representative for Villa Scalabrini. “In doing so, we are glad to offer our residents, their families and the community at large an opportunity to observe the cycle of growing healthy, organic food. We are excited for our residents to enjoy wholesome, nutritious and unique produce, the fruit of expert urban farming with an emphasis on climate change.”
Customers can enjoy curated Farm Boxes or order produce a la carte and free delivery is available within their delivery zone. The Hungry Gardens will also offer educational opportunities for the community. To learn more about their seasonal offerings, go to https://www.hungrygarden.org/produce. Sign up at https://www.hungrygarden.org/join-us to be invited to participate in “Garden Days” and other related workshops and events on their website.
To order produce or to learn more, please visit: www.HungryGardens.com
About Hungry Gardens: The Hungry Gardens is an urban farm located in Sun Valley, CA, specializing in growing unique vegetables that are not available commercially but have historical and indigenous value. We grow nutrient-dense heirloom produce with regenerative, no-till and biodynamic practices, providing wholesome food for all. To learn more visit: www.HungryGardens.com
About Villa Scalabrini: Villa Scalabrini, located in Sun Valley, at the foothills of the Verdugo Mountains in the San Fernando Valley, is a modern, functional structure, universally praised in architectural circles as “a model home for senior citizens.” To learn more visit: www.VillaScalabrini.com
Hungry Gardens curated heirloom Farm Boxes are seasonal and each box is unique.
The Hungry Gardens specializes in growing over 80 varieties of heirloom tomatoes.
A rare veggie grown at the Hungry Gardens sourced from an indiginous peruivian culture, the Queen of Malinalco Tomatillo. Sweet and citrus flavors with a pineapple overtone.