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Mood Boosting Planting - Tips on Gardening with Depression & Low Energy

Gardening can be a lovely form of self-care, but it can also be daunting if you struggle with depression or low energy. To help get you started here are a few tips to help make gardening more accessible and enjoyable. From starting small with a container garden to choosing low-maintenance plants, there are ways to make gardening work for you. And by focusing on the process rather than the outcome, gardening can become a form of therapy that not only benefits your mood, but also provides a home for pollinators and other wildlife.

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