Not everyone has access to a garden – (and those who don’t should try to get into nature as much as possible!) – but if you are lucky enough to, there are so many benefits you can gain from spending time there.In fact, the UK’s Royal Horticultural Society has done scientific research that shows that the simple act of thinking about nature and spending time in it can reduce stress and mentally recharge us!
What you’ll learn about the benefits of gardening:
The infographic is divided into sections that show the mental, physical, and even potential financial benefits of gardening!It is a hobby which can seem a little intimidating at first – with all the complicated plant names and seasonal variations – but if you start small with one plant, flower or herb you will very quickly gain knowledge and open possibilities you never knew existed!
Why we love this infographic!
This infographic is beautifully designed and set out for easy reading. It allows us to clearly understand the different ways in which gardening can help us all, and you don’t need any prior knowledge to understand the information presented.So, are you ready to get your hands dirty and dig into this infographic? Soak up the knowledge, complete the quiz and earn points towards a SEED which will grow in your virtual forest and be planted in a place of your choosing!
Quiz gratitude:
Big thanks to Loch Ness Water Gardens for this insightful infographic.Thanks to Peter Miller on Flickr for the quiz cover pic.Special thanks to Nicolas Florez for creating this quiz!