Soil therapy: Reconnecting people to plants in an ‘urban jungle’

Frank Asher grew up with gardens and knows that gardening is important for the growth and wellbeing of the individual and the community. In 2008 he opened Old City Green then 2013 Old City Farm and...

Frank Asher owns Old City Farm and Guild in the D.C. neighborhood of Shaw, a community green space much needed in the concrete jungle of the District. 

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Frank Asher grew up with gardens and knows that gardening is important for the growth and wellbeing of the individual and the community. In 2008 he opened Old City Green then 2013 Old City Farm and Guild was born at its current location in the Shaw neighborhood of D.C. He hopes to continue to bring people together around growing and enjoying the garden and space at Old City Farm and Guild. 

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