huerto
“huerto” means “vegetable garden” in Spanish (a small plot of land used for growing food).
vegetable garden
Also: orchard
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Mi abuelo tiene un huerto con muchos tomates.
A1My grandfather has a vegetable garden with many tomatoes.
Quiero plantar lechugas en mi huerto urbano.
A2I want to plant lettuce in my urban garden.
El huerto escolar enseña a los niños de dónde viene la comida.
B1The school garden teaches children where food comes from.
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Which word would you use for a place where you grow carrots and onions?
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From the Latin word 'hortus', which means a small plot of land or a garden.
First recorded: 10th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'huerto' and 'huerta'?
Generally, a 'huerto' is a small, private garden for personal use. A 'huerta' refers to a larger commercial area of irrigated land for growing produce.
Can I use 'huerto' for a flower garden?
Not usually. In Spanish, we use 'jardín' for flowers and decorative plants. 'Huerto' implies that you are growing something to eat.
Does 'huerto' always have to be in the ground?
No! Nowadays, many people have 'huertos en macetas' (pot gardens) on balconies, often called 'huertos urbanos'.