{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Episode 372: Modular Greening in Cities","description":"Can modular planting reshape our cities? In this episode, the Upper Bloom team explores how modular, plant-filled containers are bringing greenery to dense urban streets, terraces, and retail frontages. A natural follow-up to our Sloane Street episode, we discuss whether these systems enhance biodiversity, serve aesthetic goals, or simply make challenging urban spaces greener, while also diving into sustainability, plant choices, and the practical realities of keeping cities green. Benny\u2019s Bug of the Week: Green fanged tube web spider - sponsored by Cerddwr\u2019s Herbs go to www.cerddwrshb.com and use the code BUGPODS for a listener\u2019s discount. Cerddwr's Herbs on Facebook  Cerddwr\u2019s Herbs Links Upper Bloom Please support the podcast on Patreon And follow Roots and All: On Instagram @rootsandallpod On Facebook @rootsandalluk On LinkedIn @rootsandall If you liked this week\u2019s episode you might also enjoy these episodes from the archives: Episode 363: The High LineI explore the story behind New York\u2019s iconic elevated park, examining how an abandoned rail line was transformed into a richly planted public space that balances design, biodiversity and heavy footfall. A compelling companion to this modular greening conversation, it highlights what\u2019s possible when ambitious planting schemes reshape dense urban environments. Episode 369: Retail Meets Urban Nature This episode looks at the greening of London\u2019s Sloane Street, exploring how large-scale streetscape redesign can integrate trees, planting and infrastructure to soften the urban realm. It pairs perfectly with today\u2019s discussion, offering a broader civic-scale perspective on how cities can weave nature back into commercial spaces. ","author_name":"Roots and All - Gardening Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/rootsandall.co.uk","html":"