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Key Takeaways
The pandemic became a time to explore new hobbies.
While some were definitely more beneficial than others, one especially health-centric practice has exhibited staying power: gardening.
In urban areas,gardeningand farming on rooftops and in community options began taking off well before Covid-19.
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And studies show that community gardens are an efficient and affordable method of promoting physical health and mental well-being.
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They are learning how to be a part of something bigger than themselves.
“They are learning how to be a part of something bigger than themselves.
He sees the work being done in the gardens and greenhouses as especially therapeutic.
The plants can only thrive when the right preparation, weeding, and pruning is taken care of.
This process becomes a strong metaphor for the mental healing journey.
It provides a sense of safety and creativity.”
This requires carefully observing the site for several weeks, ideally before planting.
La Puma suggests assessing the location by asking questions like, how does the sun hit?
Are there predators nearby?
Is it convenient to your house?
In the context of community gardens, this requires organization.
TheAmerican Community Gardening Associationis a great place to start.
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Virginia Cooperative Extension.Planning the vegetable garden.
American Gardening Association.10 steps to starting a community garden.
