Add Some Winter Colour
When everything around you feels gloomy and grey a pop of colour is a quick way to boost your mood. That's where winter annuals come in. These blooms remain bright even when temperatures drop and are incredibly easy to grow. When the perennial stalwarts of your garden die down and don't look as good as they usually do, plants like snapdragons, sweet alyssum, Iceland poppies and petunias will save the day.
Get Active in the Edible Garden
Getting outdoors, even when temperatures are low, is an essential part of combating the winter blues. Being outside and interacting with nature is scientifically proven to improve mental health and well-being, especially during months when we spend much more time indoors. To keep up the gardening activity, spend some time in your vegetable garden with seasonal produce like brassicas, carrots, leeks and beetroot. As a bonus, these nutrient-packed veggies make great winter recipes and help you fight winter colds.
Grow Houseplants
This story is from the June 2023 edition of South African Garden and Home.
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