April is the national gardening month, and the days are getting longer and the weather warm up, many people turn their thoughts to the garden. Gardening is much more than cultivating tasty fruits, vegetables and beautiful flowers of flowers. The advantages are extending to improving physical and mental health, increasing nutrition and the creation of learning and community engagement opportunities. Let’s take a look at some of these advantages:
Physical advantages
Gardening is a great way to go out and move. Activities such as raking, poleter and use a wheelbarrow support cardiovascular health and promote weight management. The lifting, flexion and involvement can strengthen muscles and improve flexibility, which is particularly beneficial for the elderly.
Spend time outside in fresh air and the sun also helps the body produces vitamin D, which is crucial for immune function.
Mental advantages
Spending time in the garden can help reduce stress and anxiety by providing a link with nature and a feeling of accomplishment. The drop in stress levels can cause better mood and self -esteem. These mental health benefits also have a physical impact – reduced stress can reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
Social benefits
Joining local gardening groups can promote a feeling of community and goal. It is a great way to socialize and learn from others in your region. Gardening is a lifelong learning experience, and sharing it with other helps to build stronger communities.
Nutritional advantages
The growth of your own fruits and vegetables not only brings a feeling of pride, but also allows you to control the use of pesticides and fertilizers. People who often garden better health because they have easy access to fresh products. Gardening can also be a fun and educational family activity that teaches young people to grow and preserve their own food. Product preservation can help families save money from grocery store, especially during the winter months.
Even those who have a limited space can enjoy gardening. The gardening of containers works well in small areas and can be used to grow a variety of vegetables – even dwarf fruit trees. Remember to join a gardening club or volunteer in your community by weeding public flowers or helping to maintain local parks.
For more information on gardening, consider attending the NDSU extension – the free gardening of the County Stutsman, sponsored by the master gardeners of the County Stutsman. The event will take place on Saturday May 3, 2025 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Dakota Farmers Union headquarters in Jamestown. Contact the extension office at 701-252-9030 for more details.
(Tagstotranslate) Brenda Jarski-Weber (T) Stutsman County (T) Stutsman County Office Office
