This document discusses the possibility of planting food in public spaces. It begins by outlining the basic biology of how plants produce food through photosynthesis using sunlight, water and soil. It then discusses examples of urban agriculture from around the world, and considers if food can be grown in urban areas like Hong Kong by addressing potential issues around land availability, policies and technical challenges. The document suggests that some food production may be possible in public spaces in Hong Kong through approaches like community farms, herbs, vegetables and fruit trees depending on the specific location.