"Gardens engage our senses of smell, taste, vision, hearing, and touch. Plants reward gardeners with fragrant flowers, tasty fruit and vegetables, colorful flowers and foliage, the subtle sound of grasses and other plants rustling in the wind, and textures that vary from soft to rough to prickly. The sensory experiences of gardens comfort and relax us. Research has shown that simply strolling or viewing green spaces can be therapeutic and reduce stress. So the next time you have a hectic day, take a moment to sit or stroll in the garden. You will be impressed at the calming effect your garden can have."*
*Taken from the September 2011 Iowa State University, University Extension calendar.
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