The recent year has been really hard on everyone. We suddenly found ourselves entering a world where carefree living was gone, only to be replaced by masks and social distancing. Our homes, once our sanctuary from the chaos of life, turned from a place of respite into an overcrowded multi-purpose space. During lock downs we had to work from home, the kids had to do school from home and were unable to venture out safely anywhere.
As these restrictions became the norm, people started re-evaluating their lives and looking at what is really important, what can’t be taken or swept away. This led to a sea of change as people all across the country suddenly embraced home and hearth in a new way. They took up baking and enjoyed the warm comfort of freshly baked sourdough bread. The garden and growing your own food also became part of our new way of being, as we savored our time in nature and enjoyed the bounty our garden produced.
Design a Beautiful Outdoor Living Space
With everything going on all at once inside our homes, more and more people also began coming up with ideas about how to extend their indoor living space outside. They saw the untapped potential of their back yard, and looked for ways to make it even more beautiful. When they were able to get out, they often headed for the local garden center to find the best seeds, starters and plants. Furthermore, planting trees, such as the Coral Bark Japanese Maple, add distinct beauty and a focal point for your yard. They are easy to grow, low maintenance, and one of the hardiest maple trees available.
In order to create the best space possible, top notch garden centers also offer landscape design services. They’ll be able to help you create a truly beautiful outdoor space that is designed to be easy to maintain and will delight you for years to come.
Embracing the Farm to Table Movement
We’ve all heard of farm to table, but with the pandemic the true value of that concept came shining through. When you grow your own produce you honor your body by providing the most nutritious food, which in turn helps keep you healthy and boosts your immune system. You also cut down on the harmful chemicals and pesticides which are typically present in our food chain.
Your local garden center can provide everything you need to turn your back yard into your modern urban or suburban farm. They have expert advice and just as importantly, are eager to share their wisdom. They can help you transform your land into a productive garden that produces amazing fresh fruit and vegetables.
Building Community Through Gardening
When you and your neighbors are actively working the land, you’ll find that you can come together to create a new form of community. Many times we are so isolated in our homes, driving in and out of the garage and really never interacting with anybody. It’s off to work for everyone, or there are too many errands to run. Now, though, all of this can change.
It’s fun to exchange gardening ideas and tips with your neighbors, and to see them celebrate the magic of watching seeds bloom and grow. When your mini-farm harvest comes in you’ll likely have lots of extra fruit and vegetables that you and your neighbors can share. You can even set up a free table outside your home and share your bounty. Put your extra produce there, and your neighbors can take some of your zucchini and leave you some wonderful red peppers and radishes too.
