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M O D E R N G R O W I N G JULY 2017 | VOLUME19 NUMBER 4 FEATURES 46 Let’s Go Up on the Roof by Barbara H. Shaw With codes being relaxed and ever- increasing numbers of people living in cities, rooftop gardening is taking off. Discover how you, too, can create your own urban oasis “on high.” 52 Calcium Complexities by Dr. Lynette Morgan Find out why it’s important to understand the complexities of calcium before attempting to treat this aspect of nutrition in your plants. 64 The 4 Factors of Vertical Farm Success by Amy M. Storey They’re all the rage in some circles, but how effective are vertical farms, really? Get the lowdown on this growing method, from the floor up. 12 first feed