Citizens would claim small plots and exploit them by growing fruits , vegetables , and flowers for the local market .
Originally , the Champ de Mars was part of a large flat open area called Grenelle , which was reserved for market gardening .
Citizens would claim small plots and exploit Champ de Mars by growing fruits , vegetables , and flowers for the local market .
Originally , the Champ de Mars was part of a large flat open area called Grenelle , which was reserved for market gardening .