How to garden and grow your own food indoors

The calming qualities of greenery may improve and nourish our general physical and mental wellbeing. Many are turning to indoor plants, even growing their own food, to find stability amid social restrictions during COVID-19 pandemic.

Growing plants and herbs in the bathroom. Source: Supplied

Highlights

• Research shows living near greenery is beneficial for one’s physical and mental health.
• Two in five Australians bought a low-maintenance indoor plant in the past 12 months.
• Over 40 per cent of Australians don’t know when to water their plants.

Living close to greenery can alleviate stress, improve sleep, and reduce the risks of cardiometabolic diseases like diabetes

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