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Gardening benefits mental and physical health

Although January snow may be building up outside many doorways, gardeners can stay active by tending indoor plants. In a recent study, 18 residents in a low-income assisted living facility attended two-hour interactive horticulture classes over four weeks. They reported significant increases in mastery, self-rated health and self-rated happiness, even from a simple task like maintaining a houseplant.

A separate study showed that outdoor gardening also has physical benefits.

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