What benefits do people get from gardens (or, from gardening)?

Question

What benefits do people get from gardens (or, from gardening)?

Answer 1

quiet time.  

Answer 2

well for me it was a great way to get back on my feet after a long illness

i couldnt go far, so was indoors all the time

my garden was a blank canvas

it is now full of vegetables i grew from seed, it gave me a hobby, fresh air, and lovely organic veggies,

Answer 3

I have been a profesional gardener most of my working life and for me there is nothing like standing back at the end of the day and feeling happy about what you have done.

Nothing quite so rewarding

Tony

Answer 4

they get to eat fresh veggies which are really good for you.and they get to spend time outside taking care of the plants and watch them grow and harvest their vegetable.

Answer 5

peace with the world.

Answer 6

very very cheep fresh yummy vegetables and fruits that you can not get at your local shaws  

Answer 7

It's theraputic - relaxing - rewarding - stress reducer - you create something all on your own and it becomes a passion.  You strive to try new things.

You get out of it what you put into it.

Answer 8

Fresh vegetables & herbs, pretty flowers.  Learning to be patient.

Answer 9

Of course the fresh veggies and fruits. Not to mention is kinda of relaxing. I enjoy gardens...both produce and flower gardens! I have written several lenses and articles on them!

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