Unveiling human-nature interaction: Qualitative exploration of perceived benefits of urban gardening

Sammanfattning

The study seeks to provide insights into the subjective experiences and perceived benefits of urban gardening by gardeners in the city of Belgrade. It encompassed several forms of urban gardens, both collective and individual. The study involved conducting semi-structured interviews with 44 gardeners, supplemented by field observations. Thematic analysis revealed seven key themes of benefits. The findings slightly diverged from studies in developed countries, demonstrating less emphasis on the social aspects of urban gardening, as participants did not view social interaction as a primary motivation. Also, there was a stronger focus on the productive and economic aspects of gardening among the retired low-income population of home gardeners with previous experience in agriculture.

Nyckelord

Urban gardens; Restorative experience; Social capital; Identity; Food production; Food security

Publicerad i

Health and Place
2024, volym: 88, artikelnummer: 103276

SLU författare

• Palsdottir, Anna Maria

  • Institutionen för människa och samhälle, Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet
    

UKÄ forskningsämne

Sociologi (exklusive socialt arbete, socialpsykologi och socialantropologi)

Publikationens identifierare

• DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.healthplace.2024.103276

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https://res.slu.se/id/publ/130870