Dakota Gardener: : Victory gardens are trending in 2026

By Esther E. McGinnis, NDSU Extension, Horticulturist Three people contacted me over the last two weeks and inquired about victory gardens. At my age, I am not very trendy, but this wartime concept seems to be gaining traction in 2026.

Victory gardens originated during World War I to encourage homeowners, schoolchildren and others to grow fresh food in backyard gardens, containers and other small p…