Gardening is a fulfilling and accessible way to connect with nature, whether you're growing flowers, vegetables or simply tending to houseplants.
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Gardening is a fulfilling and accessible way to connect with nature, whether you're growing flowers, vegetables or simply tending to houseplants.
Check out our safety recommendations.
Prepare a list of essential gardening supplies.
Choose your plants thoughtfully.
Designate a suitable space for potting and settling new plants.
When you are ready, head to our Practice Guides and get started.
Looking for detailed practice guides? Hang tight, they are coming soon!
Gardening is a rewarding activity that anyone can try, whether you have a big backyard or a small apartment balcony. It’s more than just planting flowers – it’s about nurturing life, creating beauty and even growing your own food. Gardening can be as simple or as complex as you like, from easy indoor plants to fully landscaped gardens. It offers a perfect opportunity to step outside, unwind and watch things grow. Plus, there’s a sense of pride and accomplishment when you see, share or eat the results of your hard work. Ready to dig in and start your gardening journey? Let’s get growing!
Gardening is an easy way to improve your health by getting outside, staying active and enjoying the natural world right at home. Check out all the wonderful ways gardening is good for you.
Stress relief
Emotional well-being
Physical activity
Physical well-being
Boosted mood
Emotional well-being
Improved focus
Intellectual well-being, Self well-being
Connection with nature
Self well-being
Monty Don
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Is it finally time for the world to see that you have a green thumb? We know you're eager to get your supplies together and start your growing adventure. Gardening can be a beneficial activity for everyone, but before you head out, read through the following details.
Backyard Gardening
Community Gardens
Container Gardening
Indoor Pot Plants
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Wear protective clothing, a hat and sunscreen where required.
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Use correct lifting techniques.
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Follow instructions on pesticides and fertilisers.
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Stay hydrated.
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"What do I need besides pots?"
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"Planting those seeds was weirdly exciting!"
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"I hope I’m doing this right."
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"I enjoyed that and it looks great."
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"Please grow!"
Are you ready to start gardening?
We are busy working on detailed getting started guides and individual practice guides to follow.
Let's compare three different ways to start gardening for the first time: self-led (using online guided sources), group (IRL) and 1:1 with an instructor (online or IRL).
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Recommendation for first-timer
2nd pick
3rd pick
Availability
Widely
Moderately
Moderately
Average cost per session
Free or low cost
Moderate costs
Expensive
Special equipment required
Costly equipment
None or minimal
None or minimal
Potential for socialisation & community
Mostly solo
Highly social
Social potential
Safety & skill building
Mixed results
Safe & fast
Safe & fast
Space or privacy required
Minimal
Some required
Minimal
Ease of scheduling
Very flexible
Need to plan
Need to plan
Setup time
Little to none
Up to 30 mins
Up to 30 mins
Active practice time
Under 20 mins
Up to an hour
An hour +
Unexpected advantages
Random
Wholesome
Wholesome
The Hanging Gardens of Babylon, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, may be the first known vertical garden.
Plants can "communicate" by releasing chemical signals to warn others of insect attacks.
In ancient Egypt, lettuce was considered an aphrodisiac and dedicated to the god Min.
The famous TV show "Gardener's World" has been running since 1968 & continues to be a staple for gardening enthusiasts.
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Indoor Nature Interventions for Health and Wellbeing of Older Adults in Residential Settings: A Systematic Review
Yeo, N. L., Elliott, L. R., Bethel, A., White, M. P., Dean, S. G., & Garside, R. (2019). Indoor Nature Interventions for Health and Wellbeing of Older Adults in Residential Settings: A Systematic Review. The Gerontologist, 60(3), e184–e199. https://doi.org/10.1093/geront/gnz019
The impact of gardening on well-being, mental health, and quality of life: an umbrella review and meta-analysis
Panțiru, I., Ronaldson, A., Sima, N., Dregan, A., & Sima, R. (2024). The impact of gardening on well-being, mental health, and quality of life: an umbrella review and meta-analysis. Systematic Reviews, 13(1). https://doi.org/10.1186/s13643-024-02457-9
Community Garden Initiatives Addressing Health and Well-Being Outcomes: A Systematic Review of Infodemiology Aspects, Outcomes, and Target Populations
Gregis, A., Ghisalberti, C., Sciascia, S., Sottile, F., & Peano, C. (2021). Community Garden Initiatives Addressing Health and Well-Being Outcomes: A Systematic Review of Infodemiology Aspects, Outcomes, and Target Populations. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 18(4), 1943. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph18041943
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