Beijing is Turning Forgotten Corners Into Tiny Gardens

Beijing has added 100 community micro-gardens in 2026, transforming overlooked corners, vacant plots, and underused green spaces into small gardens right on residents’ doorsteps. Image via China National Radio websiteAnd these aren’t simply flower beds. Image via China National Radio websiteIn the hutongs of Dongcheng, where large vacant plots are rare, tiny spaces beside walls, alley corners and land cleared of illegal structures have become gardens. Image via China National Radio websiteThe city now has 113 horticultural stations across all 16 districts, offering residents advice on planting and maintenance. Image via China National Radio websiteOver in Xicheng's Xiaomachang Community, residents helped turn a previously neglected plot of less than 100 square meters into a woodland garden.