Close Menu
WhatsgoodlyWhatsgoodly
    What's Hot
    How an Audiologist Can Help

    How an Audiologist Can Help

    August 25, 2025
    Protecting Your Hearing: Why It's More Important Than You Might Think

    Protecting Your Hearing: Why It’s More Important Than You Might Think

    August 25, 2025
    Five Unconventional (Yet Effective) Ways To Reduce Stress

    Five Unconventional (Yet Effective) Ways To Reduce Stress

    August 24, 2025
    • About
    • Contact
    X (Twitter) Instagram Pinterest Tumblr Reddit
    WhatsgoodlyWhatsgoodly
    • Home
    • Lifestyle
      1. Food & Drink
      2. Health & Fitness
      3. Jobs & Career
      4. Culture
      5. View All
      How To Throw The Perfect BBQ This Summer

      How To Throw The Perfect BBQ This Summer

      May 26, 2025
      How to Get The Highest Quality Cinnamon (1)

      How to Get The Highest Quality Cinnamon

      March 7, 2024
      6 Superfoods for Better Health: Unlocking Their Nutritional Potential

      6 Superfoods for Better Health: Unlocking Their Nutritional Potential

      September 29, 2023
      Top 10 Pizza Fails That Will Blow Your Mind

      Top 10 Pizza Fails That Will Blow Your Mind

      December 8, 2022
      How an Audiologist Can Help

      How an Audiologist Can Help

      August 25, 2025
      Protecting Your Hearing: Why It's More Important Than You Might Think

      Protecting Your Hearing: Why It’s More Important Than You Might Think

      August 25, 2025
      Five Unconventional (Yet Effective) Ways To Reduce Stress

      Five Unconventional (Yet Effective) Ways To Reduce Stress

      August 24, 2025
      Personal Wellness Upgrades You Can't Buy at the Store

      Personal Wellness Upgrades You Can’t Buy at the Store

      August 12, 2025
      a group of skulls on a wall

      Sparking Curiosity in the Past: Inspiring Young Minds to Explore Anthropology

      July 21, 2025
      Career Paths You Can Consider If Helping People Is Right For You

      Career Paths You Can Consider If Helping People Is Right For You

      May 23, 2025
      How To Balance Passion And Profession

      How To Balance Passion And Profession

      April 16, 2025
      How To Find The Right Career Path For You

      How To Find The Right Career Path For You

      February 24, 2025
      Beyond Tourist Traps: How to Explore Destinations Like a Local

      Beyond Tourist Traps: How to Explore Destinations Like a Local

      December 7, 2023
      The Emotions Everyone Goes Through On The Fourth Of July

      The Emotions Everyone Goes Through On The Fourth Of July

      December 13, 2022
      The 10 Best Celebrity Fourth Of July Instagram Photos

      The 10 Best Celebrity Fourth Of July Instagram Photos

      December 13, 2022
      celebrities domestic violence

      10 Violent Men Who Are Always Forgiven Because Everyone Loves Their Art

      December 12, 2022
      How an Audiologist Can Help

      How an Audiologist Can Help

      August 25, 2025
      Protecting Your Hearing: Why It's More Important Than You Might Think

      Protecting Your Hearing: Why It’s More Important Than You Might Think

      August 25, 2025
      Five Unconventional (Yet Effective) Ways To Reduce Stress

      Five Unconventional (Yet Effective) Ways To Reduce Stress

      August 24, 2025
      Why Good Writing Makes Work And Life Easier

      Why Good Writing Makes Work And Life Easier

      August 20, 2025
    • Fashion
      • Burkini
    • Beauty
    • Tech
      A Guide To Auto Insurance Extras: Do You Need Them?

      A Guide To Auto Insurance Extras: Do You Need Them?

      August 13, 2025
      a hand holding a cellphone

      Different Ways Technology Can Improve Your Life

      July 16, 2025
      a close up of a car

      The Main Things to Consider When Buying a Car

      July 15, 2025
      a hand holding a car key

      Steer Clear Of These 5 Car Selling Mistakes

      July 8, 2025
      How to Think and Buy Smart With a Used Car

      How to Think and Buy Smart With a Used Car

      June 20, 2025
    • More
      • Home & Garden
      • Gift Guide
      • Jewelry
      • Finance
      • Education
      • Politics
      • Animals
      • Dating and Relationships
      • Tattoos & Piercings
    Contact
    WhatsgoodlyWhatsgoodly
    Home » Home & Garden » Why You Should Appreciate and Care for Your Garden
    Home & Garden

    Why You Should Appreciate and Care for Your Garden

    By WhatsgoodlyMarch 12, 2025Updated:July 28, 2025No Comments3 Mins Read
    Share Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Reddit Telegram Email
    Share
    Facebook Twitter Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Email

    A garden isn’t just a patch of grass or a few plants you water when you remember. It’s a piece of the earth that belongs to you. A space where life happens—where roots stretch, flowers bloom, and birds stop by just because they can. But here’s the thing: a garden only thrives when it’s given attention. When you stop seeing it as another thing on your to-do list and start treating it like something worth loving, it changes everything.

    Why You Should Appreciate and Care for Your Garden
    Via Pexels

    Grounding: A Simple Yet Powerful Benefit

    Ever stood barefoot on damp grass and felt instantly calm? That’s grounding. It’s more than just a feel-good moment; it’s science. When your feet touch the earth, your body absorbs electrons that can reduce inflammation, improve sleep, and even boost your mood. It’s like a free therapy session right in your backyard.

    And yet, so many people don’t do it. They rush from the front door to the car, shoes on, never once pausing to connect with the ground beneath them. If you’ve got a garden, you’ve got built-in access to this kind of healing—no appointment necessary.

    How to Appreciate Your Garden

    Most people only notice their garden when something’s wrong. The weeds are out of control, the grass is turning yellow, the flowers are dead. But real appreciation comes from paying attention before things fall apart.

    Start small. Look at it when you drink your coffee in the morning. Notice how the sunlight hits different leaves. Listen to the birds. Smell the air after it rains. You don’t have to know the names of every plant to appreciate them. Just being present makes a difference.

    Taking Care of Your Garden (Without Feeling Overwhelmed)

    Taking care of a garden doesn’t have to feel like a full-time job. It’s not about spending hours sweating over weeds or feeling guilty for not watering enough. It’s about little habits that make a big difference.

    • Water smart, not more – Early mornings or late evenings work best. Less evaporation, more absorption.
    • Soil matters – Think of soil as the foundation of a house. If it’s weak, nothing thrives. Compost and mulch go a long way.
    • Prune with purpose – Cutting back dead branches isn’t just for looks; it helps plants grow stronger.
    • Lawn care counts – Good lawn care pulls your whole garden together. Mow regularly, but don’t cut too short—scalping is real.
    • Right plants, right effort – Native plants and perennials mean less maintenance and more resilience. Work smarter, not harder.

    What You Get in Return

    The best part? A well-loved garden gives back. It cleans your air, cools your home, and feeds the bees and butterflies that keep everything in balance. It gives you herbs for your cooking, flowers for your table, and a place to sit when you need a break from the noise of the world.

    And mentally? There’s something about watching a tiny seed turn into something real—something alive—that reminds you growth takes time. That effort matters. That beauty doesn’t happen overnight.

    Final Thoughts

    A neglected garden is like a missed opportunity. It could be something amazing, but only if you let it. The good news? It’s never too late to start paying attention. Take a step outside. Breathe it in. Your garden is waiting.

    Share. Pinterest Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Reddit Tumblr Email
    Previous ArticleWhat Could You Do If Your Home Had An Extra 1,000 Square Feet?
    Next Article 4 Additions You Never Knew Your Home Needed
    Whatsgoodly
    • Website
    • X (Twitter)
    • Instagram
    • Tumblr
    • LinkedIn

    Whatsgoodly is about understanding how your entire community feels; it’s about empowering the moderates to be heard over the fringes who yell the loudest. That’s our mission.

    Related Posts

    Affordable Upgrades That Make a Big Visual Impact
    Home & Garden

    5 Affordable Upgrades That Make a Big Visual Impact

    August 22, 2025
    Ways to Keep Your Home Pest-Free This Fall
    Home & Garden

    5 Ways to Keep Your Home Pest-Free This Fall

    August 20, 2025
    Issues That Can Crop Up Around Your Home
    Home & Garden

    4 Issues That Can Crop Up Around Your Home

    August 9, 2025
    Add A Comment

    Comments are closed.

    Top Posts
    Majority of Millennials Oppose Trump’s Immigration Ban

    Majority of Millennials Oppose Trump’s Immigration Ban

    November 29, 2022
    Top 10 Party Schools

    Top 10 Party Schools

    November 29, 2022
    How an Audiologist Can Help

    How an Audiologist Can Help

    August 25, 2025
    Latest Articles
    How an Audiologist Can Help Health & Fitness

    How an Audiologist Can Help

    WhatsgoodlyAugust 25, 2025
    Protecting Your Hearing: Why It's More Important Than You Might Think Health & Fitness

    Protecting Your Hearing: Why It’s More Important Than You Might Think

    WhatsgoodlyAugust 25, 2025
    Five Unconventional (Yet Effective) Ways To Reduce Stress Health & Fitness

    Five Unconventional (Yet Effective) Ways To Reduce Stress

    WhatsgoodlyAugust 24, 2025
    Most Popular
    Majority of Millennials Oppose Trump’s Immigration Ban

    Majority of Millennials Oppose Trump’s Immigration Ban

    November 29, 2022
    Top 10 Party Schools

    Top 10 Party Schools

    November 29, 2022
    How an Audiologist Can Help

    How an Audiologist Can Help

    August 25, 2025
    Our Picks
    Majority of Millennials Oppose Trump’s Immigration Ban

    Majority of Millennials Oppose Trump’s Immigration Ban

    November 29, 2022
    Top 10 Party Schools

    Top 10 Party Schools

    November 29, 2022
    How an Audiologist Can Help

    How an Audiologist Can Help

    August 25, 2025

    Subscribe to Updates

    Get the latest creative news from FooBar about art, design and business.

    X (Twitter) Instagram Pinterest Tumblr Reddit
    • Home
    • Contact
    • About
    • Write For Us
    • Support
    • Terms
    • Privacy
    © 2025 Whatsgoodly Inc. All rights reserved.

    Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.