Amber Grossman founded @blackgirlsgardening in 2019 to create a community for Black gardeners, inspired by her gardening experience in Wilmington, New York. Disappointed by the absence of representation on social media, she aimed to foster connection and support. The account gained remarkable popularity, amassing nearly 100,000 followers today, leading to the publication of her book, 'Black Girls Gardening,' which features the stories of 31 women and their gardening journeys. Grossman's efforts highlight the importance of community, representation, and self-sufficiency in food production.
Bugging Out: When people go to grocery stores and see the prices or the quality available, they often feel the need to rely on themselves.
As she worked on fashioning her plot, Grossman observed that no one else in the neighborhood had gardens, indicating a broader issue of representation.
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