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Quick, what’s a great way to provide good, physical activity for you and your family that can also save you money and provide fresh, healthy food? Growing a garden!
If you’re new to gardening and think it’s only for those with the greenest of thumbs, never fear. With some simple planning (for instance, start small), you can soon be enjoying the fruits (and vegetables) of your labor. Just ask yourself:
You can grow so many wonderful and colorful types of produce with a home garden. Herbs are an easy place to start (basil, rosemary, dill, oregano), while vegetables can be grown in many ways (carrots, lettuce, green beans) and fruit possibilities are always enticing (a raspberry bush, an apple tree). The harvest time is different for many of these options, so keep that in mind as you choose what to grow.
Here are some tips to follow while growing:
Some additional resources to help you on your way:
The time you spend growing your garden can also be some of the most therapeutic you’ll ever spend, not to mention that it’s much less expensive than buying fruits and vegetables at the grocery store every week. It’s also a great opportunity to spend quality time with your kids and teach them a valuable skill they can keep with them for life.
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