Article by Richgro
2 MINUTES A DAY IN NATURE: Benefits of being in the garden
By David Miles, Sales Manager – Richgro Landscape and Commercial When was the last time you sat in the garden and looked out at what was around you? I do this quite often after a good or bad day. One of being grateful for what I have and reflecting on the day just gone, or the day about to begin. Remember all the senses we have the fortune of looking after…….. 1. Sight – 80% of all impressions are through the eyes 2. Sound/hearing 3. Smell/scent 4. Touch 5. Taste Even perception is a gift. As a keen gardener, the time I spend connecting to the earth, planting and reaping the rewards is so emotionally satisfying.
I’m no expert, but I know firsthand how gardening improves our wellbeing and health and healing everywhere in the world. A national survey of over 500 people conducted by Richgro in April this year found out that: • 98% of people say that spending time in the garden improves their mood • 76% of people are spending more time in their outside space than they did pre-social distancing measures • More than half (57%) say they are growing more fruit and vegetables • 80% of respondents had made gardening-related purchases in the past month • 91% of households with kids at home are using the garden as part of their routines and entertainment while self-isolating. contiunes page 20
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