gardenstead | 💖 The benefits of gardening in community 🌱 @gardenstead | Uploaded February 2023 | Updated October 2024, 2 hours ago.
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On the latest episode of Digging in with gardenstead, Katie speaks with Hannah (aka @gingergrows1 on IG) about the benefits of gardening in community ⬇️

💚 community gardening has well-documented social and emotional benefits, plus
➡️ they offer educational opportunities for youngsters
💚 participants feel the shared joys of land stewardship
➡️ oftentimes community gardeners give a portion of their produce to local food banks or other community outreach organizations
💚community gardens filter rainwater, absorb carbon dioxide, improve local soil health, feed pollinators and can ease urban heat island effects

⏯️ For more about Hannah’s experiences in her allotment garden and the benefits of gardening in community, watch the full podcast episode, now up on our channel!
youtu.be/51NQcyIFp-4