Indoor + Outdoor Garden Ideas to Inspire Your Green Thumb
Now in week three of social distancing, most of us are ready for some fresh air. Gardens are the perfect activity to keep you busy when boredom hits. From growing your own food to purifying the air around you, there are benefits for everyone.
Grow Food
As stores struggle to keep up with demand during the pandemic, Victory Gardens, a WWII staple, are having a resurgence and now is the perfect time to grow your own food. Whether you’re an expert gardener or someone looking to grow your very first plants, there’s an option for everyone.
For those who have never grown anything before, windowsill planters with potted herbs would be a great starting point that will spice up your recipes. This guide is helpful to determine what herbs grow well together.
Another easy way to get started is to use vegetable remnants to regrow more of the same food. This trick is sustainable and easy to do. For more advanced gardeners, consider getting some fresh air by planting a variety of fruits and vegetables.
Gardens don’t just have to be stuck in a corner of the backyard, they can also be interwoven with beautiful flowers and plants to act as a centerpiece of your yard. For some inspiration, check out this guide on designing your own vegetable garden.
Breathe Easier
While you’re stuck inside for an extended period time, it’s a great time to add plants to your life and living space. Plants offer a host of of health benefits, including reducing air pollution in your home and promoting easier breathing. If you’d like to add some of these plants to your home, this article from The Sill lists some great options to start with.
Decorate Your Space
One of our favorite things about plants is their ability to transform and bring life into a space. When accessorizing a space, we always include greenery of some kind. Not only do plants bring much needed color and personalization to a space, but they also absorb sounds and help regulate temperature and humidity within a home. If you’re looking for plant and garden inspiration, check out the instagram accounts @iplanteven, @thesill, and @thejungalow for some cool ideas. If you’re looking for ways to display the plants in your home, here are a few planters we love.
If you’ve decided to start a garden of your own or add to your collection, we’d love to see them! Tag us on instagram @yellowbungalowstudio
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