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A survey by Gardens For All indicates that 56% of
people who vegetable garden are over 50 years of age. When asked why they garden,
respondents Remember . . . start small and initiate gardening activity slowly! Let your garden grow as success and self confidence develop. Remember, gardening is a form of exercise. Warm up and gradually increasing the time and level of tasks. Be sure to change tasks frequently. Don’t spend hours pruning or digging, as you’ll surely end up with sore muscles. Incorporate some health-friendly garden planning principles. 1. Raised beds and trellises are easier to maintain than in-ground
beds. Research shows that the closer one’s garden is located to your back door, the more enjoyment you will get from it. By following these planning steps you’ll truly enjoy the mental and physical benefits gardening can provide! To locate a physician that can help you, go to Alliance Physicians & Surgeons or call the Alliance Physician Referral line at 1-888-749-drdr. |
Contact Us: Senior Care Preferred 1-513-585-6462 . |
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The very best gardeners are ones who have
witnessed and labored through many growing seasons. It’s possible to acquire
knowledge of horticulture through books and classes, but experiencing the successes and
failures of many gardens is a great way to learn.
gave reasons such as peace and quiet, novelty, sharing, control,
and a sense of order; order and control were of greater importance to older respondents
than younger ones. Order involves making a garden look neat and tidy. Control means being
in charge of the garden’s appearance and production. Gardening can improve one’s
self esteem since it focuses on our abilities not our disabilities.