More and more research demonstrated that being in nature fueled our overall mental and physical well-being. Gardening was one of the best ways to actively engage with nature and reap these benefits on a regular basis.

This year’s OKC Gardening School held March 9 helped participants further understand the powerful link between gardens and well-being. Speakers shared practical ways to create beautiful, thriving, and low-maintenance gardens. Accessible design strategies along with specific tools and equipment to make gardening less physically demanding, at any age, were also presented.

Participants left motivated and knowledgeable about starting a new garden or enhancing their home garden for increased happiness and health.