Memphis Teacher Grows Urban Flower Farm

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Marisa Mender-Franklin manages nine flower farms in Memphis, Tennessee. She feels much gratitude for her kind neighbors' support.

Members of her local \"Buy Nothing\" group helped her greatly. They let her use their unused yards for growing flowers.

She started with four garden plots in the first year. Now, Marisa runs a flower shop and many farm plots.

Marisa was inspired by a similar project in Toronto. Her team changes old lawns into pretty flower beds.

People enjoy helping others make their dreams come true. Marisa also gives flowers to local schools and charities.

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How many flower farms does Marisa manage?

Marisa manages nine flower farms.

What did the 'Buy Nothing' group help Marisa with?

They let her use their unused yards for growing flowers.

What does Marisa do with the flowers she grows?

Marisa gives flowers to local schools and charities.

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