Sustainable city gardens

Bring the countryside to your balcony with native, pastel-toned charm

Discover easy-to-grow native plants that thrive in urban spaces. Dutchie Gardens offers practical tips, seasonal ideas, and a blog-style approach to help you cultivate beauty with local ecology in mind.

Urban-friendly planting

Compact, scalable setups with vertical planters and balcony-friendly layouts that maximize small spaces.

Tips for small spaces

Native plant focus

Prioritize species that support local pollinators and require minimal irrigation.

Ecology first

Pastel aesthetic

Soft hues and textures that bring calm to busy urban life.

Color harmony

Latest posts

Native grasses for city terraces

Why grasses are the unsung heroes of small-space gardening and how to pair them with herbs for a low-maintenance terrace.

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Seasonal planting guide for beginners

Step-by-step actions to keep your native patch thriving through the year with minimal fuss.

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Water-wise watering for urban gardens

Techniques to conserve water while keeping native beds hydrated during dry spells.

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Balcony composting: turning scraps into soil

Compact composting solutions that work in apartment settings for richer native soils.

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