A garden embodies movement, a connection with nature, the rhythm of the seasons, hands-on work, and witnessing the results of your own efforts.
A garden embodies movement, a connection with nature, the rhythm of the seasons, hands-on work, and witnessing the results of your own efforts.
A comprehensive review from 2024 compiled research findings on gardening and horticultural therapy, showing an overall positive impact on well-being.
A plant provides very tangible feedback: you water it, repot it, prune it — and after some time, you witness the outcome.
Weeding, planting, or observing growth engages the senses and enhances fine motor skills.
A balcony, a windowsill, herbs in the kitchen, a shared community garden, or a few pots can offer a similar experience.
Contact with soil and pollen is not neutral for everyone.
While the overall trend of the results is positive, the significant variability among the studies makes it challenging to determine a specific 'dose' of gardening.
Further reading: Sue Stuart-Smith, "The Well-Gardened Mind"
This is educational material and does not substitute for individual diagnosis, psychotherapy, or medical advice.
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