The Wellbeing Garden with Cath Manuel19 Touko 2017

011 - Finding Time For Gardening

Lack of time may be the number one thing that stops people from enjoying gardening, and it's something I get asked about regularly.

In episode 009 I share a few simple ways to grow food in small spaces, and mentioned that a lot time and space were two things most people thought was needed to grow a thriving garden…and maybe money too!

But you don't need a lot of these, you just need a few basic ideas and simple sustainable techniques to grow and enjoy gardening.

A few years ago I was inspired to write an article on this topic, after reading research for my Horticultural Therapy studies, on the health benefits from just 30 minutes, a few times a week in the garden.

I wanted to share a list of many activities that could be completed in just 30 minutes of gardening, or relaxing, time.

You'll find the full article here - http://soiltosupper.com/just-30-minutes-in-the-garden-you-can/

There are many wonderful things that you can enjoy in the garden and in this episode I share a few suggestions, including;

Propagating new plants
Weeding your garden
Planting seedlings
Harvesting a meal or some fresh herbs
Planting a tree, or two
Creating a compost pile
Fertilising plants
Cut a bunch of bananas
Watering your garden

These all improve physical and psychological wellbeing and a perfect for any age or ability.

I've mentioned these links to access for more information…

download my FREE eBook 'Get Your Garden Growing'
eLearning Program '5 Steps to Become a Savvy Gardener' online course.
Video 'Sowing Seeds and Planting Seedlings' or 'Harvesting Bananas'
Join the 'Soil to Supper Facebook Club'
Gather loads of inspirations and ideas at Soil to Supper -http://soiltosupper.com/

I hope you enjoyed this episode and you're now inspired to head outdoors and enjoy a relaxing time in your garden…amongst a busy day!

Thanks for joining me in The Wellbeing Garden, see you again next time,

Cath

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