In the narrow alleys outside of Xintiandi, a posh district of converted historic shikumen housing in Shanghai, the local residents make full use of their small planter beds. This one is packed to the brim with squash vines, figs, tomatoes, peppers, and several other unidentified greens.
These residents are using small planters for some peppers and squash next to some azaleas and a nice rose vine. It's surprising how much is growing with the limited light available within this narrow alley.
Grapes? Yes, please. I'm not sure if they're for eating, or ornamental, or maybe they're home-vintners. When space is tight, why not go vertical?
Love the use of the overhead space. Creating more area for growing as well as shading the street below. They're on to something.
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