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We believe that business can be a force for good. We always looking for ways to reduce our impact on the planet, improve the health and wellness of our customers, and drive positive social change.
Our products are all US made with most of the production being done in New York State (including the plastic injection molding). This keeps our transportation-related carbon emissions low.
We use biodegradable PLA plastic to manufacture the plastic parts of our product.
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OUR EARTH DAY SERIES
Becoming The World’s First ‘Net Negative’ Gardening Company
Urban Leaf was founded upon the belief that addressing the environmental impact of our food system represents one of, if not the, biggest challenges that our generation faces. It is simply not possible that humanity can continue to feed itself the way it does. It’s no...
What are the Best Fruits and Vegetables to Grow Indoors?
In this time of the pandemic, everything can be bought online, from clothing to home décor, to food and essentials. However, it may be very convenient, but what’s more convenient than being able to grow your own food indoors? In this blog, we will talk about the best...
5 Best Indoor Garden Ideas for Small Spaces
Are you a plant lover and have been wanting to start your own indoor garden but you do not have any idea on how and where to start? In this blog, we will talk about some indoor garden ideas that you can do for small spaces, such as apartment rooms or balconies. How to...
Bruschetta Recipe: How to Make Bruschetta with Microgreens
Bruschetta comes from the Roman term - to toast - and it is what’s known as an antipasto or starter-dish. In this blog, we will be showing you how we make our bruschetta with self-grown and freshly picked microgreens and other healthy and tasty ingredients. The basic...
Spring Planting: The Best Pots & Potting Mix Used for Repotting
When looking for a forever home for your plant baby, there are two things that you should consider before you start repotting - pots and a potting mix. Typically, we would want to size up our pot and put some new potting mix in it so that our plants can get fresh...
Lemon Balm Bundt Cake or Lemon Balm Cupcakes
Lemon Balm Bundt Cake is moist with a delicate herbal citrus flavor. Best made when you have some helpers to assist with eating. You’ve been warned. Ingredients Servings: 8 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/4 tsp baking soda 1/4 tsp salt 1/2 cup unsalted butter at...
9 Common Critters Who May Be Destroying Your Garden and How To Stop Them
Have you ever experienced being so excited to harvest your cabbages, only to wake up the next morning and find out that they’ve been chomped off by a mystery animal? Devastating - we know. If you’re an outdoor gardener, not only do you go toe-to-toe with pesky...
How to Grow Kale Indoors
Kale used to be called the peasant’s cabbage. Now, it’s more like a wealthy Hollywood superstar’s cabbage.Timing Sprouts in 1-2 weeks. Harvest from Month 3+ on.Part sun Equivalent of 5+ hours of direct sun [DLI of 15+ mol/m²/day].Care Beginner friendly. You’ll sprout,...
Indoor Light for Lettuce & Leafy Greens
Leafy greens tend to be short-lived crops in nature but when grown in a controlled environment, like your home, they can be harvestable for a long time. The game is to not let them think it's summer (when it gets too hot or the days get too long, they end their life...
Are You Getting Enough Light? Here’s An Easy Fix
A good fix for your plant that is not getting enough light is natural light! Herbs such as basil, cilantro, dill, and parsley all have slightly different light preferences, but as a general rule of thumb, your home garden needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight a...
How to Grow Arugula Indoors
The Romans grew arugula as an edible herb and ate it for good luck. Arugula's spicy aroma and flavor make it naturally resistant to pests.Timing Sprouts in 1-2 weeks. Harvest from Month 2+ on.Full sun Equivalent of 5+ hours of direct sun [DLI of 15+ mol/m²/day].Care...
