If you are curious about how and why gardening is beneficial to people, community, and ecosystems, you are in the right place! This is a community for learning and sharing about the wonderful benefits of working with plants. Gardening is no longer done only as a source of food but also as a way to support health and wellness in a variety of ways. Exercise, connection to nature, sense of purpose, community, screen free time, are just some of the common motivations for people to maintain a gardening practice. The name comes from my observation that both humans and ecosystems are restored when people work in harmony with nature. This includes our internal landscape and metal processes as well as external landscapes such as gardens and yards. Whether youre experienced or a novice this group is for you! We will often discuss how and why plants, and gardening specifically, is beneficial to humans. There will be a common theme of providing evidence based research, design, theory, and techniques yet all opinions and experiences are also valuable. A great place to start reflecting on ones relationship with plants and nature is by making a Gardening Journal and recording not just what you planted but also how you feel or thoughts that came up. Drawing and collaging is also encouraged to record info and make it personal. Theres a good chance we will do a citizen science project or two as well. I hope you are as excited to be here as I am!

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