Gardening boosts mental wellbeing

Gardening offers a quietly powerful way to support both physical and emotional health.

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Many people will find that simply spending time working with the soil, nurturing plants and observing growth can ease tension, lift mood and strengthen well-being in ways that go beyond mere exercise. According to experts, such as Sarah Thompson, a professionally registered horticultural therapist, based in Boise, Idaho, “research suggests 20-30 minutes (a few times a week) can reduce stress and lift mood, with benefits increasing the more regularly one gardens”.