4 Benefits of Growing Your Own Garden

There is no taste comparison between a bland store bought tomato and a garden fresh tomato! Eating food that is mass produced, treated with chemicals, or grown hundreds of miles away can be hazardous to our health over time. Starting your own garden can feel overwhelming at first but it is simpler than it sounds. Gardens can be started on a patio, indoors, or a herb garden on a windowsill. You’d be surprised at how many peppers or tomatoes can grow from one pot!

(1)Starting your own garden is a great way to improve your health by eating more fresh vegetables and fruits. Garden fresh produce is higher in nutrients and dramatically reduces the risk of consuming pesticides….You know exactly what you are eating!

(2) Gardens save money on groceries! Growing organic vegetables from seeds is cheaper than purchasing them from a store.

(3) Gardening is exercise. Gardening, pulling weeds, digging and planting can burn approx. 400 calories per hour. Gardening is also great for mental exercise; it helps keep the mind sharp.

(4) Gardening relieves stress. Spending time outside in the fresh air and sunshine can naturally improve your mood, help you feel recharged, and improve overall happiness. Lastly, growing a garden gives you a great feeling of accomplishment.

Pro Tip: Make gardening a family activity by getting your kids involved in raising their own food!